About the opportunity
The project, Establishing Systems for Sustainable Integrated Land-use Planning across New-Britain Island in Papua New Guinea, funded by GEF-FOLUR, focuses on the landscape of New Britain Island. Based in the Project Management Unit, the Project Officer will provide support to the financial and administrative management of the project as well as support the project manager with overall project management. The Project Officer will also provide support to other GEF Projects as and when required. The role involves ensuring effective project planning, compiling data for work plans and budgets, supporting implementation in accordance with UNDP rules, mainstreaming gender equality, providing administrative and logistical advice, and maintaining partnerships with stakeholders.
Salary and benefits
- Competitive salary and remuneration package in accordance with UNDP National Personnel Service Agreement (NPSA-9) standards.
- One-year contract duration with opportunities for project-based professional growth.
- Experience working on high-impact environmental and sustainable land-use projects with the United Nations Development Programme.
Who can apply?
- Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in Business Administration, Public Administration, Economics, Political Sciences, Social Sciences, or a related field, with a minimum of 2 years of progressively responsible administrative or project experience; OR a first-level university degree (Bachelor's degree) in the same fields with a minimum of 4 years of qualifying experience.
- Fluency in English and Tok Pisin is required.
- Experience in the use of computers, office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and web-based management systems, with advanced knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages.
Required documents
- Up-to-date curriculum vitae (CV)
- Completed application form demonstrating meeting of educational and experience requirements
When to apply
- Date Posted: 2026-09-18
- Explicit Closing Date: 2026-10-03 at 03:59:00 UTC
How to apply
- Review the job description and eligibility requirements carefully.
- Prepare your updated CV and required application details.
- Submit your application through the official UNDP Oracle Recruiting Cloud portal by the stated deadline of October 3, 2026.
Additional information
- This position is a National Personnel Service Agreement (NPSA-9) role based in Papua New Guinea.
- UNDP applies a tiered application process prioritizing eligible internal and transition candidates where applicable.
- UNDP does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Ideal for professionals in Papua New Guinea with project management or administrative experience in environmental, conservation, or sustainable development initiatives.
- Strong fit for candidates with fluency in both English and Tok Pisin who want to contribute directly to GEF-funded landscape and land-use planning projects.
- Well-suited for individuals seeking international organizational experience with UNDP within a National Personnel Service Agreement framework.
What should you think carefully about?
- The position is offered on a 1-year contract duration, which may require planning for future career steps beyond the initial term.
- Applicants must already meet the strict educational and professional experience prerequisites (Master's with 2 years or Bachelor's with 4 years).
- Proficiency in both English and Tok Pisin is a mandatory requirement for daily operations and communication.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role provides a valuable opportunity to build specialized career experience in international development, environmental management, and project operations within the United Nations system, supporting participants who aim to strengthen their expertise in sustainable land use and climate programs.
Our take
Qualified professionals in Papua New Guinea with a background in project administration and environmental management should seriously consider applying before the October 3, 2026 deadline. Candidates lacking the required years of experience or local language proficiencies should look for other opportunities.
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