Chief Financial Officer (Papua New Guinea)

An exciting Chief Financial Officer (Papua New Guinea) job has just become available.

A leading international organisation is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to be based in Papua New Guinea, with mandatory international travel as part of this exciting opportunity. This role offers you the chance to shape corporate finance and structured financing strategies across multiple countries, while building and nurturing relationships with global financial institutions. You will be at the forefront of sourcing, structuring, and securing complex financing solutions for commodity-related businesses, infrastructure projects, and commercial ventures. The organisation values flexibility, inclusivity, and supportive leadership, providing an environment where your expertise in corporate finance can truly make a difference. If you are looking for a role that combines strategic influence, global exposure, and the opportunity to work alongside knowledgeable professionals in a collaborative setting, this is your chance to take your career to new heights.

• You will have the opportunity to lead corporate financing initiatives on a global scale, working closely with international banks and financial institutions to secure funding for major projects.
• The organisation offers flexible working opportunities and encourages professional growth through training programmes and generous pension contributions, ensuring you are supported throughout your career journey.
• This role provides exposure to diverse markets and business expansion strategies, allowing you to develop long-term strategic partnerships and contribute directly to group growth and success.

What you'll do:

As Chief Financial Officer based in Papua New Guinea with mandatory international travel requirements, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the organisation’s financial future. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve collaborating with global banking partners to secure funding for key projects across Africa, Malaysia, and other regions. You will be responsible for developing innovative financing solutions tailored to commodity-related businesses as well as infrastructure ventures. By preparing compelling investment presentations and managing complex negotiations with lenders, you will ensure that the organisation’s capital needs are met efficiently. Your ability to build strategic relationships with financial institutions will be crucial in supporting business expansion efforts. Additionally, you will provide expert advice on risk management strategies to senior leadership while coordinating cross-border financing structures that comply with regulatory requirements. Success in this role requires a blend of technical expertise in corporate finance and strong interpersonal skills that foster trust among stakeholders worldwide.

• Source, structure, and secure corporate financing from local and international banks, financial institutions, and private credit providers by leveraging your extensive network and relationship-building skills.
• Arrange various types of loans including corporate loans, term loans, revolving credit facilities, working capital financing, and syndicated loans to support business operations and expansion.
• Develop comprehensive financing proposals while negotiating loan amounts, interest rates, repayment terms, collateral requirements, and financial covenants with lenders.
• Identify alternative funding sources such as development finance institutions, private debt funds, and institutional investors to diversify the organisation’s capital base.
• Manage refinancing processes as well as debt restructuring and optimisation of existing financing facilities to ensure efficient use of resources.
• Prepare bankable financing proposals along with detailed financial projections and investment presentations for internal stakeholders and external partners.
• Establish and maintain senior-level relationships with commercial banks, international banks, and African financial institutions to facilitate ongoing access to credit facilities.
• Negotiate banking facilities including trade finance lines, Letters of Credit (LC), Standby Letters of Credit (SBLC), and bank guarantees for operational needs.
• Oversee financing applications, credit approval processes, due diligence procedures, and facility documentation in collaboration with legal advisers and internal management teams.
• Advise the Group CEO and Board on capital structure decisions, debt capacity assessments, risk management strategies, and overall financing strategy.

What you bring:

Your proven experience as a Chief Financial Officer will enable you to excel in this multifaceted role. You bring deep knowledge of corporate finance principles combined with practical expertise in structuring complex deals across borders. Your interpersonal skills allow you to nurture dependable relationships with banking partners while maintaining sensitivity towards cultural differences encountered during international travel. You are committed to sharing insights that help guide executive decision-making regarding capital structure optimisation or risk mitigation strategies. Your collaborative approach ensures seamless coordination between lenders legal advisers internal teams resulting in successful financial closings every time. With your inclusive mindset you thrive within diverse networks contributing positively towards communal goals set by the organisation.

• Extensive experience in sourcing corporate financing from both local and international banks as well as private credit providers is essential for this position.
• Proven track record arranging various loan types including term loans, revolving credit facilities, working capital financing, syndicated loans within large organisations or multinational environments.
• Strong negotiation skills demonstrated through successful development of financing proposals covering loan amounts, interest rates, repayment terms, collateral requirements and financial covenants.
• Ability to identify alternative funding sources such as development finance institutions or institutional investors while diversifying capital structures effectively.
• Experience managing refinancing processes along with debt restructuring initiatives aimed at optimising existing facilities for maximum efficiency.
• Advanced skills in preparing bankable proposals supported by robust financial projections and persuasive investment presentations tailored for different audiences.
• Exceptional relationship-building abilities enabling establishment of senior-level connections with commercial banks internationally including those operating in Africa.
• Expertise negotiating banking facilities like trade finance lines or Letters of Credit (LC), Standby Letters of Credit (SBLC), bank guarantees required for operational continuity.
• Comprehensive understanding of credit approval processes including due diligence procedures plus facility documentation coordination involving legal advisers or internal management teams.
• Strategic advisory experience supporting CEOs or Boards on capital structure decisions related to debt capacity assessment or risk management.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out for its commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace where collaboration is valued above all else. Employees benefit from flexible working opportunities designed around individual needs which promote work-life balance even when frequent international travel is required. Generous pension contributions reflect the company’s dedication towards long-term employee wellbeing while ongoing training programmes encourage continuous professional development regardless of career stage. Supportive leadership ensures that every team member feels empowered respected appreciated making it possible for talented professionals like yourself to flourish within a global network spanning multiple continents. The company’s focus on strategic partnerships enables employees not only expand their own skillsets but also contribute meaningfully towards ambitious business expansion plans benefiting communities worldwide.

What's next:

If you are ready to embrace a globally impactful role where your expertise can drive meaningful change apply now!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided.

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

Agensi Pekerjaan Robert Walters Sdn Bhd
Business Registration Number : 729828-T
Licence Number : JTKSM 423C