Recruitment at the Australian High Commission, Tuvalu
There are two categories of staff employed at the Australian High Commission, Tuvalu: Diplomats and Locally Engaged Staff (LES).
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Diplomats are Australian Government employees, posted to Tuvalu to undertake specific roles with diplomatic responsibilities.
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Locally Engaged Staff (LES) are recruited locally and support the work of Australian diplomats. LES are employed under Tuvaluan labour law and may be hired on an ongoing or temporary (fixed-term) basis.
Employment at the High Commission in Tuvalu is based on merit.
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To be eligible for selection, all candidates must:
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satisfy the essential job requirements
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meet any security clearance conditions
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have the right to live and work in Tuvalu.
Recruitment and selection process
APPLYING
All positions advertised at the Australian High Commission, Funafuti, have a job description setting out the job responsibilities; required competencies, skills, and/or qualifications required to perform in the position; and selection criteria which shapes your response.
Your application should include:
- your cover letter
- your resume
- the names and contact details of two work referees
- a copy of your signed Ethics and Integrity Declaration.
Your cover letter should address the selection criteria and explaining why you are the right person for the job. Include any experience or qualifications that you feel are relevant to the position.
If you tick 'yes' in your Ethics and Integrity declaration, please address this in your application.
All applications must be completed in English and sent by the deadline in the position description.
All applications will be held in strict confidence.
Applications should be emailed to: [email protected]
INTERVIEWS
Due to the high number of applications received, only those applicants considered most suitable will be contacted for interview.
A selection committee will be established to assess applicants against the requirements of the job.
Interviews will take place in person or online. Applicants will be asked a series of set questions based on their experience, skills and knowledge to determine their suitability for the position.
Applicants rated suitable by the selection committee will have referee, background, qualification and employment checks.
OFFERS
Suitable applicants may be offered a position at the High Commission once all checks are done.
A list of suitable candidates may also be established for future vacancies at the High Commission.
Please do not contact the High Commission for updates on your application. We will respond to suitable candidates as soon as the process is complete.
Current Vacancies
Assistant Program Manager (LE4) – Development
Are you organised, analytical and interested in international development?
We are seeking an Assistant Program Manager to support the delivery of Australia’s development program in Tuvalu, working across health, education, gender, humanitarian and governance initiatives.
Salary: LES 4 commencing from $20,636.64 up to $23,231.52 per annum.
Executive Assistant, Visits and Protocol Officer (LE4)
We are looking for a highly organised and professional Executive Assistant, Visits and Protocol Officer to provide administrative, protocol and event coordination support to the High Commissioner and senior staff.
Salary: LES 4 commencing from $20,636.64 up to $23,231.52 per annum.
Senior Program Manager (LE6) – Development
A senior leadership opportunity is available for an experienced Senior Program Manager to manage key Australian aid investments in Tuvalu, including health, gender, humanitarian and social sectors.
LES 6 commencing from $30,021.48 up to $33,770.316 per annum.
Applications close at 5.30pm 26 May 2026 – late applications will not be considered.