This Opportunity  

The Reintegration Manager will be responsible for will support activities in Australia and Timor-Leste that improve reintegration outcomes for returning PALM workers and their families. This will include designing, planning, coordinating, managing, facilitating, brokering and delivering support to Timor Leste ecosystem partners, PALM workers and their families, and Australian Approved Employers.  

This is a fixed term opportunity required to September 2028.

The Reintegration Manager will be responsible for:  

• Build strong relationships with Timorese and Australian businesses, government agencies, and delivery partners to enable effective reintegration solutions.
• Design, procure, and implement social and economic reintegration activities aligned with the Timor-Leste Scale Up Plan, improving outcomes for returning PALM workers and their families.
• Work closely with SEFOPE officers and local actors to strengthen reintegration efforts and advocate for policies that support sustainable, locally led solutions.
• Partner with the PLMSP Reintegration Team to exchange lessons and ensure programs balance economic and social benefits while mitigating risks.
• Evaluate reintegration activities for impact and introduce innovative approaches using AI, data, and technology to enhance delivery.
• Train, coach, and support junior colleagues, fostering clarity, resilience, and a culture of continuous improvement and constructive feedback.
• Promote a positive work environment through effective communication, conflict resolution, and strong stakeholder engagement.

We are seeking an individual who:  

• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline such as, but not limited to, social impact, human services, migrant resettlement, economic development, community services or international and community development, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education.
• Minimum seven (7) years’ experience in relevant programs.
• Experience working with Timorese communities.
• Demonstrated understanding of GEDSI concepts and approaches.  
• A strong understanding of labour mobility, particularly worker and family social and economic reintegration issues in Timor-Leste and/or the Pacific including associated challenges and complexities. 

• Excellent interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to build respectful, productive, and sustainable working relationships with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders in cross-cultural contexts to achieve results (including partner governments, civil society, the private sector, Australian government and broader PLMSP team). 

• Strong ability to prepare accessible, quality written reports and to present findings to a wide range of stakeholders.

• Excellent organisational and project management skills, including an ability to initiate and follow up tasks, work independently, and prioritise and monitor progress.

We are committed to building a diverse, geographically dispersed workforce to maximize our support. We encourage applications from candidates from Pacific Island countries, Timor-Leste, and across Australia. You must have valid Australian or country specific work rights to be considered for this position - visa sponsorship is not available.  

We strongly encourage people with disability to apply. Disclosing about your disability will not negatively affect your application. Please tell us as much as you feel comfortable for us to work with you about the appropriate adjustments that you might need. If you would like further information or assistance with this, please contact recruitment@plmsp.com.au    

How to Apply 

To apply visit https://thepalladiumgroup.com/careers 

Please submit your application online, including your CV and brief cover letter, outlining your suitability in line with the requirements of the position. 

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About Palladium  

Palladium is a global leader in the design, development, and delivery of Positive Impact – the intentional creation of enduring social and economic value.  We work with governments, businesses, and investors to solve the world's most pressing challenges. With a team of more than 4,000 employees operating in 90-plus countries and a global network of over 35,000 experts, we help improve economies, societies, and, most importantly, people's lives.   

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