AUSTRALIAN HIGH COMMISSION – NUKU’ALOFA
Temporary Employment Register
The Australian High Commission is seeking talented people with a broad cross-section of skills, experience, and qualifications to apply for our Temporary Employment Register (TER). The TER assists with filling temporary positions across various job families within the High Commission. Non-ongoing opportunities may be offered for an initial period of up to 12 months.
Candidates should be aware this is a register only and that you will only be contacted regarding your application if a vacancy arises that matches your skills, qualifications, and/or experience. We are looking for self-motivated individuals who are eager learners and can engage effectively with stakeholders to influence outcomes and achieve results. All staff are expected to assist with crisis response, senior visits and major events.
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 office-based at the Australian High Commission office in Nuku’alofa.
For further information you can contact [email protected] or phone (+676) 20400.
Terms of employment:
Employment will be offered on a non-ongoing contract basis with remuneration levels depending upon the vacancy and your experience. The terms of employment will be closely aligned to the Nuku’alofa – Locally Engaged Staff Terms and Conditions of Employment, including the Salary Scale.
The Australian High Commission in Nuku’alofa will not be responsible for any costs incurred if applying for a Tongan visa or relocation costs. The High Commission will not bear any responsibility for assisting applicants to obtain or maintain the right to work in Tonga.
The Australian High Commission is an equal opportunity employer. Applications from people with disabilities are encouraged.
How to apply:
The Temporary Employment Register remains open to applications. You can apply at any time by submitting the following to [email protected]
- A cover letter (maximum 2 pages) which introduces you, the type of work you are interested in and your availability for temporary work;
- A Curriculum Vitae outlining personal details, relevant work experience and educational qualifications,
- Contact details for two referees including your current supervisor (there is no need to provide written references as part of the application).
Your application will be screened for suitability and those selected will remain on the Register for 12 months. The High Commission will contact you as vacancies arise. All successful applicants will need to complete medical and police checks.
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