Program Background
The Economic and Social Infrastructure Program (ESIP) is an Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) program implemented by DT Global.
Under strategic direction from DFAT officials at the Australian High Commission in PNG, ESIP is delivering a range of activities and policy initiatives in the energy, telecommunications and water sectors. ESIP is also supporting PNG’s state-owned enterprise performance improvement program and delivering social infrastructure planning, design, and construction services.
Gender equity, disability and social inclusion (GEDSI) and social and environmental safeguards are a focus of the program and are mainstreamed across ESIP’s activities and operations
About DT Global Asia Pacific
At DT Global Asia Pacific, we aim to positively impact people’s lives through delivery excellence. As a leading implementing partner across Asia and the Pacific, we co-create locally led solutions in partnership with governments, communities, and stakeholders. We bring together talented teams and deep regional expertise to deliver initiatives that promote inclusive economic growth, essential services, and resilient, secure communities. With over 1,500 staff, experts in 22+ countries and more than 60 years of development experience, we tackle complex community, national and transnational challenges — from governance and justice systems to climate resilience, infrastructure and social equity — with innovative thinking and a commitment to long-term impact.
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The Role
The Communications and Public Diplomacy Specialist will lead the design and delivery of strategic communications and public diplomacy for the Lae Market redevelopment. Communications and public diplomacy events will focus on the operations, outcomes, benefits and lessons of this flagship social infrastructure investment.
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Terms of Reference_ Communications and PD Specialist.pdf
About You
•Qualifications in communications, journalism, marketing or a related discipline will be highly regarded
•Proven record of producing clear, accurate and engaging written and visual content for diverse audiences with strong editing and quality assurance skills
•Substantial experience (typically 6–9 years) designing and delivering communications and media for complex programs or organisation, including field-based work in PNG or the Pacific
•Some knowledge and / or understanding of applying GEDSI and safeguards principles.
HOW TO APPLY
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Please submit
1) Your CV
2) A cover letter addressing the selection criteria
APPLICATIONS CLOSE Sunday 17 May 2026, 11:59 pm (AEST)
Should this role be of interest, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Kindly note only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
People with lived experience of the regions in which DT Global operates are strongly encouraged to apply. DT Global welcomes applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds including First Nations peoples, diverse Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity and Expression, and Sex Characteristics (SOGIESC), and people with disabilities.
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