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EXTERNAL RECRUITMENT

Country Director – CARE International in PNG

CARE is a leading International Humanitarian Aid Organisation fighting global poverty, with a special focus on working with women and girls to bring lasting changes to their communities.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Country Director to join the CARE International (CI) team. This is a dynamic and interesting position for someone to play a key role in implementing the strategic direction of the Country Office in Papua New Guinea.

As Country Director, you’ll be responsible for the overall planning and management of CARE International’s development and humanitarian program, and Country Office activities in PNG.

Working as a member of CARE Australia, you’ll ensure that CARE Australia’s corporate policies are implemented in PNG as well as ensuring that all legal requirements and agreements for program operation are in place. The responsibilities outlined below will be realised in accordance with CARE International’s values, Vision2030 and CI Papua New Guinea’s Long-Term Program Strategy.

What to do:

• Overseeing a process of ensuring CARE’s support to PNG transforms to be as local as possible and is led by those most impacted
• Promoting the Vision, Mission and Principles of CARE International and ensuring consistency with provisions of the CARE International Code in CI’s operations in PNG
• Contributing to the development, promulgation and implementation of CARE Australia’s strategic intent, and corporate policies and practices
• Responsibility for the effective management of the CARE PNG overall program portfolio of development and humanitarian programs
• Responsibility for the overall performance and management of CARE PNG’s workforce
• Effectively managing all assets and financial resources of CARE PNG
• Seeking and securing funding and financing of projects through the maintenance of strong relationships with major donors and multilateral organisations, through the preparation of project proposals, and through timely reporting on existing projects
• Overall responsibility for the safety and security of all CARE in PNG’s staff in-country and safeguarding of all organisational assets and operations
• Liaising and working closely with teams within CARE Australia including our Fundraising and Public Engagement Team, our Senior Management Team, and other relevant employees.

Selection Criteria

• Senior operational management experience demonstrating the capacity to manage budgets, staff and programs, preferably with an international NGO working on both development and humanitarian programs
• Proven leadership ability including strong people management skills, the ability to respond effectively to challenges and experience leading complex strategic change
• Proven capacity to develop external relationships as well as representational and networking skills, to further the goals of CARE International Strong initiative and drive with a demonstrated record of innovation
• Strong organisational and project management skills as well as the ability to deliver quality results within deadlines
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in project design and proposal preparation, program and project management and of current best practice development approaches, tools and methodologies
• A tertiary qualification in a relevant field will be highly regarded
• Demonstrated understanding of gender equality and women’s empowerment and a commitment to CARE International’s approach and values including ethnic diversity and cultural sensitivity

Strong preference for national candidates.

Why Work with CARE International (CI)

Working with a dedicated team, this rewarding role will give you the opportunity to make a real difference and give you the chance to improve the world, advance gender equality through your work and contribute to change.

Additional Benefits Include:

• Access to generous leave benefits, appropriate insurance and allowances
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• A flexible options to support excellent work-life balance
• The opportunity to use your skills to fight poverty with a special focus on working with women and girls to bring lasting change to their communities

Questions about the role?

Please contact our People & Culture team at [email protected]

How to Apply?

For more information on this opportunity and to review the position description go to www.care.org.au/careers

To apply please attach your CV and cover letter addressing the selection criteria.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so we encourage you to apply early.

Applications close: 23^rd March 2026

CARE PNG is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages women to apply.

CARE PNG is committed to safeguarding children and the Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse.

CARE PNG does not tolerate gender-based violence and is committed to ensuring that Women, Men, Girls, and Boys live a LIFE FREE FROM VIOLENCE.