+ **Location: Port Moresby** + **Contract duration: up to 30 June 2025 (with an additional 12-month extension)** + **Reserved for Papua New Guinean nationals** **About the Papua New Guinea Programs** Abt in PNG supports six programs, and each program is an Australia Government Program Implemented by Abt Global. + Australia PNG Economic Partnership (APEP) + Australia PNG Subnational Program (APSP) + PNG-Australia Transition to Health (PATH) + PNG Partnerships for Improving Education (PIE) + PNG Women’s Lead (PNGWL) + PNG Australia Institutional Partnerships Program (PIPP) **Position Overview:** The Travel Officer is responsible for arranging travel and associates support to Abt personnel in Papua New Guinea. **Key Responsibilities** The Travel Officer will undertake the following responsibilities. + Arrange official travel and accommodation for Program members for all national arrivals/departures and international arrivals/departures where required. + Assist staff requests for travel and accommodation, and logistical support for Program activities. + Ensure required documentation and procedures for travel arrangements are in place and information for requesting and processing travel arrangements are fully accessible to Program staff and providers. + Liaise with appropriate travel/accommodation/transport providers on travel bookings and provide information on Program policies/guidelines and processes. + Review invoices, prepare payment requests and submit to Finance for payment. + Update and manage the travel planner for Program staff on a weekly basis. + Assist with the preparation of all travel documentation including per diems and cash advances. + Assist with ensuring that logistics arrangements such as tickets/per diems/accommodation/vehicle etc. are issued on time and communicated to the traveller. + Keep the Travel Manager and travellers regularly informed of travel risks, delays and emerging issues. + Keep relevant registers including travel register up to date at all times + Support the Travel Manager with induction briefings regarding travel and accommodation processes for new staff when required. + Work with the Travel Manager to continuously improve travel systems and procedures. + At all times, work in accordance with the processes specified in the Abt Procedures Manuals; and + Other duties as may be required by the Finance Manager. **Specific Deliverables** + Follow up and ensure travellers submit acquittals in a timely manner as per Abt policy and procedures. + At all times, work in accordance with the processes specified in the Company Procedures Manuals. + Provide a responsive and timely service to travellers, maintaining professionalism at all times. **Key working relationships** + All shared service teams (Finance, Payroll, HR, Security & Fleet, Procurement) + Program Delivery Teams + Internal and External Clients (Procurement companies/Travel Agencies/Hotel etc.) **About You** For applications to be considered, a response to the key selection criteria below must be provided; + Diploma or equivalent qualification in business management, administration, project management, social science and/ or another relevant discipline. + Basic experience in coordinating and managing administrative, travel, and logistics tasks. + Some relevant experience in a high-volume, fast-paced environment (internships or volunteer work acceptable). + Good written and verbal communication skills in English and Tok Pisin. + A strong commitment to delivering excellent client service, with a proactive approach to anticipating needs. + Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially MS Outlook, MS Word, and Excel. **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._ + _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._ _We welcome and thank all applications; however only shortlisted applicants will be contacted_ . **Closing Date: Sunday, 23 February 2025 (Midday, local time) #** _LI-AUSBRIT_ _Abt Global is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to upholding high standards of Child Protection, Anti-bribery and Fraud Protection._ _We encourage applications from experienced and capable women, and people with disabilities_