{"id":24102,"date":"2026-01-27T08:46:26","date_gmt":"2026-01-26T22:46:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.peopleconnexion.com\/?page_id=24102"},"modified":"2026-04-14T15:23:31","modified_gmt":"2026-04-14T05:23:31","slug":"ncdc-recruitment-campaign-wave2-2026","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.peopleconnexion.com\/ncdc-recruitment-campaign-wave2-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"National Capital Distric Commission (NCDC) Recruitment Campaign 2026 Wave 2"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-01.cms-ap-v2i.applyflow.com\/peopleconnexion\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/ncdc-logo-300x95.png\" alt=\"NCDC logo\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"95\" width=\"300\" title=\"ncdc logo\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\"  \/>\n<h3>\n\t\tBuild the Future of Port Moresby\n\t<\/h3>\n<h1>\n\t\tNational Capital District Commission (NCDC) Recruitment Campaign\n\t<\/h1>\n\t<h4>Are you seeking an opportunity to contribute to public service and support the sustainable development of Papua New Guinea&#8217;s capital city?<\/h4>\nThe <strong data-start=\"273\" data-end=\"320\">National Capital District Commission (NCDC)<\/strong> invites suitably qualified and motivated individuals to apply for roles under its <strong data-start=\"403\" data-end=\"432\">2026 Recruitment Campaign<\/strong>. This campaign supports NCDC&#8217;s mandate to strengthen service delivery, governance, and urban management across Port Moresby, while building long-term organisational capability in the public sector.\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-01.cms-ap-v2i.applyflow.com\/peopleconnexion\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/pom-image.png\" alt=\"pom image\" itemprop=\"image\" height=\"540\" width=\"960\" title=\"pom image\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\"  \/>\n<h2>\n\t\tAbout the National Capital District Commission (NCDC)\n\t<\/h2>\n<p>The National Capital District Commission (NCDC)\u00a0is the statutory authority responsible for governing and managing Papua New Guinea&#8217;s capital city, Port Moresby.<\/p>\n<p>Unlike other arts of PNG that fall under provincial administrations, <strong>Port Moresby sits within a unique administrative area &#8211; the National Capital District (NCD) established under its own Act of Parliament<\/strong>. The NCDC is mandated to plan, manage, regulate and shape the capital city on behalf of its residents, communities, and the nation as a whole.<\/p>\n<p>As the <strong>gateway to Papua New Guinea<\/strong>, Port Moresby plays a critical national role.\u00a0The NCDC&#8217;s responsibilities extend beyond routine municipal services to include city-wide planning, regulation, infrastructure coordination, social development, and institutional reform in a rapidly growing and complex urban environment.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2>\n\t\tWhat NCDC Does\n\t<\/h2>\n\t<p>The NCDC is responsible for the <strong>day\u2011to\u2011day urban management of Port Moresby<\/strong>, with responsibilities spanning three core areas:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Infrastructure, <\/strong><strong>Urban Services<\/strong><strong> &amp; City Maintenance<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Oversight of urban infrastructure programs that support a safe, functional, and liveable city<\/li>\n<li>Planning, delivery and maintenance of city roads, drainage systems, and transport corridors<\/li>\n<li>Management of street lighting, public spaces, parks and recreational facilities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><strong>Public Health, Community Services, MSME <\/strong><strong>&amp; Social Development<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Oversight of waste management, sanitation, and environmental health services<\/li>\n<li>Management and regulation of major public markets and community facilities<\/li>\n<li>Support for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and businesses via economic initiatives<\/li>\n<li>Operation and support of local urban health clinics<\/li>\n<li>Delivery and coordination of youth programs, gender and social services, sports development, community safety and public wellbeing initiatives<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><strong>Regulation, Planning &amp; <\/strong><strong>Urban Growth<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Physical planning, land use management, and development control<\/li>\n<li>Issuing building, trade and business licencing and compliance<\/li>\n<li>Physical planning and zoning enforcement<\/li>\n<li>Supporting sustainable and structured urban growth in partnership with national agencies and stakeholders<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Through the <strong>Amazing Port Moresby<\/strong> vision, the NCDC is undergoing significant organisational and systems reform &#8211; strengthening governance, improving service delivery, and building the institutional capability required of a modern Pacific capital city.<\/p>\n<p>This recruitment wave offers an opportunity to be part of that transformation and to contribute directly to shaping the future of Port Moresby.<\/p>\n<h2>\n\t\tWhy Join NCDC?\n\t<\/h2>\n\t<p>Working with the NCDC means being part of an organisation that is actively shaping the future of Port Moresby.<\/p>\n<p>At NCDC, your work will:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Directly impact the quality of life for a million residents<\/li>\n<li>Contribute to the future development of Papua New Guinea&#8217;s capital city<\/li>\n<li>Support projects and programs with national importance and lasting impact<\/li>\n<li>Bring together government, communities, businesses and development partners<\/li>\n<li>Be guided by a strong focus on professionalism, accountability, and service<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>NCDC is undergoing major reform and growth.\u00a0 for people who want to help build better systems, improve how services are delivered, and be part of positive, long-term change.\u00a0 If you are motivated by purpose, responsibility, and the chance to leave a legacy, NCDC offers work that truly matters.<\/p>\n<h2>\n\t\tThe Recruitment Campaign\n\t<\/h2>\n\t<p>Peopleconnexion PNG has been engaged by the National Capital District Commission to deliver a <strong>large\u2011scale recruitment campaign covering 63 distinct position titles <\/strong>across a range of technical, professional, and leadership disciplines.<\/p>\n<p>Several of these positions involve multiple appointments, reflecting the scale and operational needs of a growing capital city authority.<\/p>\n<p>This campaign represents a significant investment in building NCDC&#8217;s internal capability to strengthen service delivery to the people of Port Moresby.<\/p>\n<h2>\n\t\tOur Recruitment Partner &#8211; Peopleconnexion PNG\n\t<\/h2>\n\t<p>Peopleconnexion PNG is a leading Papua New Guinea recruitment and workforce solutions firm, with deep experience supporting government, state\u2011owned enterprises, and major private sector organisations.<\/p>\n<p>For this project, Peopleconnexion PNG is responsible for:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>End\u2011to\u2011end recruitment management<\/li>\n<li>Advertising and talent attraction<\/li>\n<li>Shortlisting and assessment<\/li>\n<li>Stakeholder coordination<\/li>\n<li>Ensuring a fair, transparent, and merit\u2011based process<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>\n\t\tHow to Apply\n\t<\/h2>\n\t<p>Interested candidates are encouraged to:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Review the available roles and position requirements<\/li>\n<li>Prepare to upload relevant supporting documentation\n<ul>\n<li>Up-to-date CV<\/li>\n<li>Cover letter<\/li>\n<li>Copy of educational qualifications<\/li>\n<li>Copy of a valid driver&#8217;s licence<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Submit an application through the Peopleconnexion PNG application portal<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Open to Port Moresby residents only.<\/p>\n<p>Due to volume of candidates, only short-listed candidates will be contacted regarding applicant progress.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Applications are assessed on merit, capability, and alignment with NCDC&#8217;s values and service mandate.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h1>\n\t\tTake the Next Step &#8211; Click the Role Below to Apply\n\t<\/h1>\n<h2>\n\t\tCITY MANAGER ADVISORY DIVISION\n\t<\/h2>\n<h3>\n\t\tLegal Branch\n\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.peopleconnexion.com\/jobview\/principal-legal-officer\/ed85fc3e-39e4-49aa-9cba-8fe039de2b2a\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tPrincipal Legal Officer\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n<h3>\n\t\tOffice of City Manager Branch\n\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.peopleconnexion.com\/jobview\/budget-analyst\/350c9afd-bc28-4f27-af7b-b2999785e90b\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tBudget Analyst\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n<h3>\n\t\tStrategic Planning &#038; Policy Branch\n\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.peopleconnexion.com\/jobview\/policy-coordinator\/b8ba069c-6f2e-4039-94c4-f1ce55478293\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCoordinator &#8211; Policy &#038; SOP\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.peopleconnexion.com\/jobview\/planning-and-monitoring-coordinator\/2e8b448c-1d82-4185-8b31-720de2c95209\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCoordinator &#8211; Planning &#038; Monitoring\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n<h2>\n\t\tCOMMUNITY SERVICES DIVISION\n\t<\/h2>\n<h3>\n\t\tParks &#038; Open Spaces Branch\n\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.peopleconnexion.com\/jobview\/manager-parks-and-open-spaces\/54c4755d-43b4-4876-8ed3-65432d18347c\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tManager &#8211; Parks &#038; Open Spaces\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n<h3>\n\t\tMarket Management Branch\n\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.peopleconnexion.com\/jobview\/manager-markets\/22fbe523-0e50-44b4-b069-5d65d374c95d\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tManager &#8211; Markets\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n<h2>\n\t\tCORPORATE AFFAIRS DIVISION\n\t<\/h2>\n<h3>\n\t\tCommunication &#038; Engagement Branch\n\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.peopleconnexion.com\/jobview\/manager-communications-and-engagement\/9e198365-190a-4fde-a574-28f7a714bb0f\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tManager &#8211; Communication &#038; Engagement \n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n<h3>\n\t\tNCDC Fleets Branch\n\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.peopleconnexion.com\/jobview\/fleet-servicing-and-safety-officer\/9120d9f7-3d98-4790-9d59-52ee5ca488fe\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tFleet Servicing &#038; Safety Officer\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n<h2>\n\t\tENGINEERING AND INFRASTRUCTURE DIVISION\n\t<\/h2>\n<h3>\n\t\tCivil Survey &#038; Design Branch\n\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.peopleconnexion.com\/jobview\/manager-civil-survey-and-design\/f8424e0c-0f86-4aaa-bcc5-408fd988e540\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tManager &#8211; Civil Survey &#038; Design\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n<h3>\n\t\tCivil Projects Branch\n\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.peopleconnexion.com\/jobview\/contract-administrator\/3a60763e-374d-4025-ac7c-0ed31cabbdcc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tContract Administrator &#8211; Civil &#038; Infrastructure\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n<h3>\n\t\tDevelopment Engineering Branch\n\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.peopleconnexion.com\/jobview\/manager-development-engineering\/83b1a023-991a-40d4-9292-c8519463d4f6\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tManager &#8211; Development Engineering\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n<h3>\n\t\tArchitectural &#038; Building Project Branch\n\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.peopleconnexion.com\/jobview\/building-project-supervisor\/9641d915-7123-4c7e-ae67-4f6ddc82483a\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tBuilding Project Supervisor\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n<h2>\n\t\tREGULATORY SERVICES DIVISION\n\t<\/h2>\n<h3>\n\t\tDevelopment Control Branch\n\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.peopleconnexion.com\/jobview\/assistant-planner\/6cf667f7-03c8-49fb-ba21-e75ee55d87d4\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAssistant Planner (Development Control)\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n<h2>\n\t\tSOCIAL DEVELOPMENT DIVISION\n\t<\/h2>\n<h3>\n\t\tCommunity Liaison &#038; Governance Branch\n\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.peopleconnexion.com\/jobview\/senior-data-and-records-officer\/b88e4d67-bbc1-4978-b483-b763e371bbcf\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSenior Data &#038; Records Officer\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n<h3>\n\t\tFamily &#038; GEWE Branch\n\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.peopleconnexion.com\/jobview\/child-adoption-liaison-officer\/ed0c11d0-e2fd-4b9d-a0cf-ffb18d553664\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAdoption Liaison Officer\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n<h3>Note: Full position descriptions and requirements are available through Peopleconnexion PNG.<\/h3>\n<h2>\n\t\tApplication Deadline\n\t<\/h2>\n<p>Friday, 24th April<\/p>\n\t<h3>Be Part of Port Moresby&#8217;s Future<\/h3>\n<p>This recruitment campaign is more than filling roles &#8211; it is about <strong>building capability, strengthening governance, and shaping the future of Papua New Guinea&#8217;s capital city<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>If you are passionate about public service, urban development, and making a meaningful impact, we invite you to apply.<\/p>\n<h3>Together, let&#8217;s build a better Port Moresby.<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncdc.gov.pg\/\" target=\"_self\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tVisit NCDC&#8217;s website to learn more\n\t\t\t<\/a>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Build the Future of Port Moresby National Capital District Commission (NCDC) Recruitment Campaign Are you seeking an opportunity to contribute to public service and support the sustainable development of Papua New Guinea&#8217;s capital city? The National Capital District Commission (NCDC) invites suitably qualified and motivated individuals to apply for roles under its 2026 Recruitment Campaign. &hellip;<\/p>\n<p class=\"read-more\"> <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.peopleconnexion.com\/ncdc-recruitment-campaign-wave2-2026\/\"> <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">National Capital Distric Commission (NCDC) Recruitment Campaign 2026 Wave 2<\/span> Read More &raquo;<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":17,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"dark-header.php","meta":{"_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"","site-sidebar-layout":"no-sidebar","site-content-layout":"page-builder","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"disabled","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"disabled","footer-sml-layout":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-24102","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.peopleconnexion.com\/af-api\/wp\/v2\/pages\/24102","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.peopleconnexion.com\/af-api\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.peopleconnexion.com\/af-api\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.peopleconnexion.com\/af-api\/wp\/v2\/users\/17"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.peopleconnexion.com\/af-api\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=24102"}],"version-history":[{"count":30,"href":"https:\/\/www.peopleconnexion.com\/af-api\/wp\/v2\/pages\/24102\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":24364,"href":"https:\/\/www.peopleconnexion.com\/af-api\/wp\/v2\/pages\/24102\/revisions\/24364"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.peopleconnexion.com\/af-api\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=24102"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}