ABOUT OXFAM IN THE PACIFIC

Oxfam is a global aid and development organisation that mobilises the power of people against poverty. Across the Pacific, we work alongside local partners and communities to address gender, economic and climate injustice, including in situations of crisis.

Our work is guided by Oxfam's global values and Pacific values of openness, flexibility, respect, equity, justice, solidarity, collaboration, sharing and humility. We are committed to supporting local ownership and leadership of change.

ABOUT THE PROJECT

Papua New Guinea is home to some of the world's largest remaining tropical rainforests and significant biodiversity. Many rural communities depend on forests and natural resources for their livelihoods. However, deforestation, climate change, limited infrastructure and governance challenges continue to affect sustainable natural resource management. Oxfam France, in partnership with Oxfam in the Pacific, will deliver the Forest Connect project. The project supports the European Union's FCCB programme by strengthening the capacity of communities, civil society organisations and private-sector actors to participate in conservation-compatible economic activities and climate-resilient land management.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Project Driver & Logistics Support Officer will provide safe, reliable and efficient transport while supporting the project's logistics, administration and operational coordination requirements. The role will help ensure the smooth delivery of field operations, stakeholder engagements, workshops, travel arrangements, procurement logistics and day-to-day project activities.

The position supports project implementation across Papua New Guinea and reports to the Senior Program Manager. By combining driving, logistics and administrative support, the role contributes directly to effective, responsive and well-coordinated project delivery.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Transportation Services

• Provide safe, reliable and timely transport for project staff, partners, consultants and visitors.

• Support travel to project sites, stakeholder meetings, workshops and community engagements.

• Plan routes and coordinate vehicle movements in line with project schedules and priorities.

• Comply with road-safety requirements and Oxfam vehicle policies and procedures.

Vehicle Management

• Conduct daily vehicle inspections and safety checks before travel.

• Maintain accurate vehicle logbooks, fuel records and mileage reports.

• Coordinate vehicle servicing, maintenance and repairs in a timely manner.

• Ensure project vehicles remain clean, secure, roadworthy and fit for purpose.

Logistics Coordination

• Support the planning and coordination of workshops, meetings, training events and field visits.

• Assist with transport, venue, accommodation and catering arrangements as required.

• Support procurement logistics, including the collection and delivery of supplies and equipment.

• Coordinate the movement of project materials between offices, partners and field locations.

Administrative Support

• Assist with document filing, photocopying, scanning and record management.

• Support meeting logistics, venue setup and the preparation of materials.

• Maintain accurate logistics and administrative records.

• Provide general administrative support during peak project implementation periods.

Asset and Inventory Management

• Maintain basic inventory records for project assets, equipment and supplies.

• Support periodic asset verification and stock checks.

• Monitor the condition, security and appropriate storage of project equipment and supplies.

Health, Safety and Compliance

• Follow Oxfam policies relating to safety, security, safeguarding and conduct.

• Promptly report vehicle incidents, accidents, security concerns and policy breaches.

• Support compliance with organisational operational procedures and relevant legal requirements.

General Project Support

• Provide practical and operational support across project activities as required.

• Assist project staff during field deployments, meetings and events.

• Undertake other reasonable duties consistent with the nature and level of the position.

ABOUT YOU

Essential qualifications and experience:

• A minimum of three years' experience in a professional driving role.

• A valid Papua New Guinea driver licence and a demonstrated safe driving record.

• Experience driving in urban, rural and remote locations.

• Experience supporting logistics, administration or operational functions.

• Good knowledge of vehicle-maintenance requirements and basic troubleshooting.

• Completion of secondary education.

Core competencies

Strong safety awareness and defensive-driving skills, sound organisation and logistics coordination, and the ability to manage multiple tasks and changing priorities. The role also requires accurate record-keeping, attention to detail, reliability, professionalism, integrity, good communication and interpersonal skills, and flexibility to support a broad range of operational and administrative activities.

Desirable qualifications and experience:

A certificate or relevant training in Administration, Logistics, Business Studies, Transport Management or a related field will be highly regarded.

For the full position description, click HERE.

Applications Close 16 September 2026. Upload your CV with references and a cover letter.

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