Grants and Partnerships Mentor

We’re looking for a Grants and Partnership Mentor who can volunteer in a hybrid role both remotely (online) and in-country for a total of12 months. 

• This assignment seeks to build the confidence and skills of KPAC staff to independently manage grant applications, donor relationships, and partnership development.
• To be considered for this role, you’ll need a master’s degree is preferred; however, a bachelor’s degree in international development, public health, business administration, or a related field will also be considered.
• As a volunteer, you will support facilitate hands-on training and mentoring in proposal writing, compliance, and donor communication

About the Partner Organisation 

The Key Population Advocacy Consortium (KPAC) is a national coalition based in Papua New Guinea that advocates for the rights, health, and well-being of key and affected populations. Established in 2018, KPAC works across the country and brings together seven national networks representing marginalized communities, including men of diverse sexualities (Kapul Champions), female sex workers (Friends Frangipani), transgender individuals (Hetura Network Association), people living with HIV (Igat Hope PNG), young key populations (Youth LEAD PNG), and people affected by tuberculosis (Community TB Advocacy).

KPAC’s mission is to amplify the voices of these populations, influence inclusive policies and programs, and provide strategic leadership. The consortium works closely with community networks, government agencies, civil society, and development partners to reduce stigma and discrimination, improve access to health services, and promote human rights. KPAC fosters meaningful engagement through advocacy, capacity building, and resource mobilization.

As a hybrid assignment, the volunteer will provide both remote and in-country support, offering flexibility while ensuring close collaboration with the KPAC team. The volunteer will help operationalise an existing resource mobilisation strategy, provide tailored coaching, and embed practical tools to strengthen internal systems. This technical expertise is not readily available locally, and the hybrid approach ensures access to international knowledge and mentorship, while remaining cost-effective and contextually grounded.

About the Australian Volunteers Program  

The Australian Volunteers Program is an Australian government-funded initiative. We support partner organisations across the Pacific, Asia, and Africa to achieve locally led change.  

Volunteers are supported throughout their volunteer journey. We actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds and abilities to volunteer and aim to make the program as accessible and inclusive as possible. If you have accessibility requirements, please contact us to discuss how we can support you to volunteer with us - inclusion@australianvolunteers.com. Learn more about our commitment to inclusion.