Coordinator - People & Culture

ABOUT KTF:

KTF is an Australian international aid and development organisation working in Papua New Guinea (PNG).

We work with people and communities to improve the lives and futures of Papua New Guineans. We do this by: assisting remote and rural communities with access to elementary and primary education; improving access to quality and accessible healthcare; improving equality and access to sustainable income-generation opportunities, especially for women; and by fostering the next generation of leaders.

KTF is a member of the Australian Council for International Development and is accredited with the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade’s Australian Not-for-Profit Cooperation Program.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

The Coordinator - P&C supports the People & Culture function in recruitment, onboarding, training, employee engagement, HR administration and data management of KTF’s PNG employees. The role requires good knowledge of PNG workplace legislation, an eye for detail, and the commitment and skill to ensure an inclusive work environment. Reporting to the Australian based Manager - P&C, the role also requires excellent time management and communication skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support the recruitment of PNG-based employees, including liaison with hiring managers in PNG and Australia, candidate liaison, interview scheduling and panel support, and conducting reference checks;
• Assist with onboarding and induction processes, including compliance;
• Support PNG employee engagement activities;
• Use KTF’s HRIS to manage PNG employee data;
• Complete P&C related financial transactions;
• Provide a HRIS ‘helpdesk’ service to PNG employees;
• Support the Manager - P&C during performance management, contract, and probation processes;
• Assist with data collection for reporting purposes;
• Contribute to the development and improvement of P&C procedures, templates and systems;
• Coordinate KTF’s medical and life insurance administration;
• Stay abreast of changes in the PNG HR environment;
• Participate in internal KTF committees as required;
• Support other P&C initiatives and activities, and KTF project tasks, as required;
• Deliver the above in close collaboration with the Manager - P&C.

SELECTION CRITERIA

• 2-3 years’ experience in a generalist HR role, (NGO Preferred);
• A tertiary qualification in HR (ESSENTIAL);
• Good knowledge of PNG workplace legislation;
• Demonstrated strong capability in the use of technology (HIGHLY REGARDED);
• Demonstrated experience of working in a fast-paced work environment managing conflicting deadlines;
• Ability to work both individually as well as part of a team;
• Excellent communication skills – verbal and written;
• Can-do attitude, initiative, and great problem-solving skills;
• Ability to travel to remote and rural areas of Papua New Guinea; (ESSENTIAL)
• Demonstrated ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality at work; (ESSENTIAL)
• Have the right to work in PNG.

Closing date: 24th July 2026 or earlier if filled. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

Previous applicants need not reapply.

In your application please ensure to include evidence of your tertiary qualification and address the selection criteria in your cover letter. While AI is useful, your own voice will be highly regarded. The recruitment process includes phone screening, and an online, and in person interview.

For queries only, email [email protected], with the position title as subject. Please note that applications received via this email will not be considered.