Employment Opportunities at the Australian High Commission
There temporary employment register (at bottom of page) is currently being advertised.
All eligible and suitably qualified candidates will be considered for inclusion in a merit pool, which may be used to fill similar roles over the next 12 months.
These positions are based at the Australian High Commission office in Nuku’alofa.
Temporary Employment Register
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POSITION TITLE |
Temporary Employment Register – Nuku’alofa |
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CLASSIFICATION |
Dependent upon the position responsibilities |
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LOCATION |
Australian High Commission, Nuku’alofa |
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CONTRACT TYPE |
Fixed Term |
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CLOSING DATE |
Register closes for new applications on 30 June 2026 |
About the Temporary Employment Register
The Australian High Commission maintains a Temporary Employment Registry to fill short-term vacancies as they arise throughout the year. These roles are temporary, non-ongoing contract positions which are usually less than six months in duration.
Typical temporary roles include:
- Policy and Program Support – assisting with research, reporting, and coordination of diplomatic programs
- Corporate Officers – supporting finance, HR, property, travel, security or IT functions
- Project Officers – managing short-term initiatives or events
- Executive Assistants – providing high-level administrative support to executives
- Administrative Assistants – general office support and reception duties
- Official Drivers – transporting staff and official visitors
All positions are generally office-based at the Australian High Commission office in Nuku’alofa.
Temporary Contracts
Temporary vacancies are usually filled on a short-term contract basis, with either fulltime, parttime or casual hours, depending on business needs and requirements. The successful applicant will be engaged as a locally engaged staff member at The Australian High Commission, Nuku’alofa.
Salary for the position is to be determined based on the vacancy and the level of experience required to complete the duties. Salary will be based on the Nuku’alofa LES Salary Scale and may include loading or penalty rates instead of accruing entitlements such as sick leave and holiday leave. Employment conditions will closely match those in the Nuku’alofa Post Locally Engaged Staff Employment Conditions.
Only those with a right to work in Tonga are eligible to apply for the Temporary Employment Register at the Australian High Commission, Nuku’alofa. Individuals will be required to present proof of their status before an offer is made.
The Australian High Commission reserves the right to terminate a temporary staff member’s employment at any time.
Please be advised that the Australian High Commission does not provide relocation assistance and any costs associated with taking up the position would be the responsibility of the successful candidate.
How to Apply
To be considered for temporary employment, please submit a CV and a separate cover letter outlining your specific qualifications, relevant skills, previous work experience and availability for temporary employment.
Applications are kept on file for 12 months. Your application will be considered when temporary vacancies arise and decisions are based on suitability, availability and/or the possession of a security clearance (if required by the position).
We are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace where all employees are valued. We appreciate the experiences, skills and perspectives of all individuals. We actively encourage applications from people from diverse backgrounds.
Candidates will be directly contacted if their application is under consideration for a vacancy.
If an Offer is made
If you are contacted with a temporary employment offer, you will be asked to provide:
- A completed Pre-Employment Probity Check Form (PDF), including all supporting documentation.
- A completed Personal Particulars Form (PDF).
Placement will only proceed following successful police and medical clearances.
An offer of temporary employment does not guarantee ongoing or permanent employment with the Australian High Commission.
Please direct any queries to [email protected].