Job Description

Events Coordinator |PIE Program

• Commencement in August 2026

• Duration up to 30 June 2027

• Based in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea

• Open to PNG nationals only

About the Program

The Partnerships for Improving Education (PIE) Program is a 5-year, Government of Australia (GoA) investment to support the Government of Papua New Guinea (GoPNG) improve the delivery of access to and quality of education for the children of PNG. The expected end-of-investment outcomes (EOIO) for the PIE investment are:

Targeted Outcome 1 More children (girls, boys, and children with disabilities) in the early grades enrol and stay in school in target locations using replicable and sustainable approaches

Targeted Outcome 2 Target locations are using sustainable and replicable approaches to support improvements in the quality of teaching and learning in the early grades

Enabling Outcome 3 Evidence of systemic change within the education sector that improves the delivery of early grades education.

About the Opportunity

Under the guidance of the Delivery Specialist and PIE Executives, the Event Coordinator will be responsible for providing support with planning, coordination, and execution of education related events.

This includes managing all aspects and logistical requirements of events, from pre-planning through to post-event evaluation.

Key responsibilities

• Provide support in planning and coordinating logistical aspects of events, including, vendor coordination, transportation, catering, and technology requirements.

• Create and manage invitations and RSVPs requirements.

• Serve as the point of contact for internal teams, speakers, participants, and external partners.

• Monitor purchase orders and payments for vendors associated with events.

Key deliverables

• Detailed event plan and timelines.

• Coordination of event logistics and execution.

• Post-event reports with feedback

Key working relationships

• Delivery Specialist

• Operations/Delivery Lead

• National Education Technical Adviser

• Shared Services Staff

About You

For applications to be considered, a response to the key selection criteria below must be provided

Key selection Criteria

1. Relevant tertiary qualification in Communications, Business, Administration or a related field, or equivalent experience.

2. Demonstrated experience coordinating professional events, including planning, logistics and stakeholder engagement.

3. Demonstrated experience working with government, education, church, civil society and/or private sector stakeholders, preferably in development programs.

4. Demonstrated high-level communication, organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.

5. Demonstrated interpersonal and relationship management skills, with the ability to build effective partnerships and coordinate across diverse stakeholders

How to Apply

• Please ensure to address the Key Selection Criteria (About You) in your cover letter, and submit your application online, along with your CV as a single document (max 5 pages).

• Applications must be submitted personally by individuals only. Applications submitted by a company or organisation will not be accepted.

• The successful applicant will be engaged through an employment agreement determined by Abt.

Due to the volume of applications we receive, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

Closing Date: Tuesday 14 July 2026 (Midday, local time) #LI-AUSBRIT

Abt offers market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits. Local candidates strongly encouraged to apply.

Disclaimer: Abt Associates will never ask candidates for money in exchange for an offer of employment.