Operations and Finance Coordinator - Tonga (PLMSP - Palladium)

Project Overview:

The Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) scheme is a signature initiative for the Australian Government that enables workers from 9 Pacific Island Countries (PICs) and Timor- Leste to work in priority sectors in Australia. The Pacific Labour Mobility Support Program’s (PLMSP) role is to provide the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) and governments in 9 PICs and Timor-Leste with support to enable workers to access PALM scheme in inclusive ways that maximise the benefits for the workers and national economies while minimising risks from labour mobility participation. Palladium is contracted to deliver PLMSP on behalf of DFAT.  

Role Overview:

The Operations and Finance Coordinator (Tonga) will be instrumental in providing outstanding operational, administrative, and organizational support to our in-country team. This role is key to the success of our Tonga operations, ensuring smooth and consistent management of all operational needs while aligning with project processes and procedures to enhance efficiency and support program activities. Join us in making a meaningful impact in labour mobility in Tonga! 

• 2 years fixed term contract
• Based in Papua New Guinea
• Open to both international and national candidates
• Competitive remuneration and benefits package

Oxford Policy Management (OPM) Australia is seeking two Economists (entry level) to join our Governance Practice to work alongside the Development Finance and Economics Branch (DFB), Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) on a fixed term contract until 11 October 2025. The Economists will work at the forefront of development economics, developing economic knowledge and bolstering analytical capabilities to support Australia’s engagement with countries in the Indo Pacific region respond effectively to emerging economic, fiscal, and debt challenges.