This is a unique opportunity to support labour mobility communications in Tonga under the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) scheme. The role is with the Overseas Employment Division of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and is based in Nuku’alofa, Tonga.
Palladium is advertising this role on behalf of the Government of Tonga, Ministry of Internal Affairs, Overseas Employment Division. The Communications Officer is recruited by and reports to the Deputy CEO, Overseas Employment Division. Engagement is through a local Employer of Record who provides support, including contracting and payroll administration.
This is a fixed-term opportunity to 30 June 2027, with opportunity for extension. The role is based at the Ministry of Internal Affairs in Nuku’alofa, with some travel to outer islands including Vava’u, Ha’apai and ‘Eua as required. This is a locally engaged position.
About the Overseas Employment Division
The Overseas Employment Division, within Tonga’s Ministry of Internal Affairs, leads Tonga’s participation in labour mobility programs, including the PALM scheme. The PALM scheme enables workers from Pacific Island countries and Timor-Leste to work in priority sectors in Australia. The Pacific Labour Mobility Support Program supports DFAT and partner governments to strengthen safe, inclusive and effective labour mobility participation that benefits workers, families, communities and national economies.