Rewarding opportunities to support the ongoing development of PNG

URS is the managing contractor of the SPSN Program providing project management and technical support.  SPSN is an Australian Government-funded initiative in partnership with the Government of Papua New Guinea (GoPNG).  Its goal is “to enable civil society, together with the state and others, to better meet the needs and priorities of men, women and children in communities across PNG”. 

SPSN will provide civil society, Government at all levels, and other key stakeholders with a range of support, including grants, capacity building, networking opportunities and research.

The SPSN Program is seeking applications for the following positions:

1 x FINANCE OFFICER
1 x DISABILITY PROGRAM SUPPORT OFFICER
1 x FIELD FINANCE OFFICER
2 x DEVELOPMENT COORDINATORS

[ These Positions are closed ]

FINANCE OFFICER

Based in SPSN Head Office, Port Moresby and reporting to the Finance Manager, the position is primarily responsible for providing efficient delivery of all financial and client services to the SPSN Program.  The Finance Officer will be someone who can demonstrate:

• Strong MYOB, Accounting and Excel skills
• Understanding of Fraud Management
• Experience in financial systems
• Experience in payroll processing is an advantage

The successful candidate must have Degree or Diploma in Accounting or Business studies and must have demonstrated financial and strong accounting skills.

DISABILITY PROGRAM SUPPORT OFFICER

Based in Department for Community Development (DfCD) Office, Port Moresby and reporting to the DfCD Disability Manager, the position is responsible for assisting the Disability Division of DfCD to implement the Disability Inclusive Development Program (DIDP).  Women and men with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.  The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Skills and experience in preparing work plans
• Skills and experience in coordinating program activities
• Skills and experience in preparing concise accurate reports

The successful candidate must have experience working with or in disabled people’s organisations and understanding of government policy and work relative to people with disability, including the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD).

FIELD FINANCE OFFICER

Based in the SPSN Kokopo Field Office and reporting to the Field Program Coordinator, the position will ensure the efficient delivery of all grant and operations-related financial activities with zero-tolerance for fraud.  The Field Finance Officer will be someone who can demonstrate:

• Strong MYOB and Excel skills
• Ability to provide detailed and accurate financial reports
• Good communication and organisational skills
• Ability to train and coach communities in financial management

The successful candidate must have Degree or Diploma in Accounting or Business studies and must have demonstrated financial and accounting skills.

DEVELOPMENT COORDINATORS

Based in various SPSN Field Offices and reporting to a Field Program Coordinator, Development Coordinators will support the activities and monitor the progress of SPSN Component initiatives and grants.  The Development Coordinator will be someone who can demonstrate:

• Strong working experience in community development
• Experience working with informal groups, civil society organisations and/or local level government
• Strong planning, budget and coordination skills

The successful candidate must have Degree or Diploma in the relevant field and must possess a minimum of 5 years community development experience

For further information and terms of reference of these positions, please contact Lucy Vele on telephone number 323 5643.

To apply

• Please post your application and CV to Office Manager, SPSN Office, P O Box 279, Waigani, NCD
• Or you can drop your application to the SPSN office at Century 21 building, Level 1, Kunai Street, Hohola
• Or email your application to: recruitment(AT)spsnpng.com

Applications close 25 May 2012

NB: Only short-listed candidates will be contacted

[ These Positions are closed ]