Program Manager  

• Annual commencement salary from $24,571.56
• Classification: LE5

 

About the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT)

The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) advances the interests of Australia and Australians internationally. This involves strengthening Australia’s security, enhancing Australia’s prosperity, delivering an effective and high-quality overseas aid program and helping Australians overseas. DFAT provides foreign, trade and development policy advice to the Australian Government. DFAT also works with other Australian Government agencies to pursue global, regional and bilateral interests.

Under the Australia-Nauru Aid Partnership Arrangement, the governments of Australia and Nauru are working together to improve economic growth opportunities and reduce poverty in Nauru. The three priorities of Australia’s aid to Nauru are: improving public sector management; investing in nation building infrastructure; and supporting human development, with a particular focus on health and education.

 

About the position

The position contributes to building stronger linkages between Australia and Nauru and will work to advance development priorities in the education, health, governance and/or infrastructure sectors. Under general direction, the Program Manager works to established policies and procedures to manage and administer Australia’s aid program in Nauru. Specific program responsibilities will be determined based on the successful candidate’s training and experience.

 

The key responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

• Support implementation of Australian development cooperation programs by managing a range of contracts and financial management, monitoring and reporting processes.
• Maintain relationships across a broad range of stakeholders, including government officials and international and regional organisations.
• Oversee and manage accurate, up-to-date activity data on DFAT aid management and other systems.
• Prepare financial estimates and program expenditure.
• Assist with developing and managing risk register for each program.
• Assist with preparation for and participation in programming meetings with development partners.

 

Qualifications/Experience

• Relevant experience working on projects, programs and/or financial management.
• Tertiary qualifications would be an advantage.
• Well-developed IT skills and experience in the use of financial management systems. 
• Fluency in written and spoken English (required) and Nauruan (desirable).

 

Employment conditions

Subject to satisfactory medical check and background verification, the successful applicant/s will be offered an initial one-year full-time contract with potential to extend.

 

Contact information.

All queries relating to job applications should be directed to +674 557 3551 or [email protected]

 

How to apply

You need to provide:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)/ Résumé
• Cover letter (maximum two pages) outlining how your skills and experience fit the position.
• Contact details for 3 referees.

 

Applications should be emailed to [email protected] 

Closing date for receipt of applications is 5pm Monday 2 September 2024. Late applications will not be considered.