Australian High Commission
Kiribati

Job opportunities

Job vacancies 

The Australian High Commission (AHC) in Kiribati is establishing a temporary employment register to support a range of operational needs throughout 2026. This register will be used to fill short‑term, part‑time, or casual positions as they arise.

We are seeking individuals who may be available to assist across the following job roles:

 

  1. Property and Gardening Services
    • Grounds maintenance, gardening, general handyman work, boat driving, and towing of AHC equipment such as the diesel and boat trailers.
  2. Administrative Support
    • General office administration, HR assistance, travel coordination, customs clearance, scheduling, and related duties, support across routine office tasks as required, assistance with meeting planning, setup and pack down, notetaking, and minutes preparation.
  3. Events Coordination
    • Support with planning, organizing, and delivering official functions and community activities.
  4. Communications and Media
    • Tasks such as interpreting and translating, preparing communication materials, and assisting with media-related work.
  5. Public Diplomacy
    • Drafting social media posts, preparing press releases and communication plans, and conducting media monitoring, reviewing, and refining written documents for clarity and accuracy.
  6. Direct Aid Program (DAP) Support
    • Program promotion, administrative processing, documentation, and invoicing support.

 

The High Commission invites individuals who wish to be included on the register to submit an expression of interest (EoI) by return email to [email protected]. Your EoI should be one A4 page maximum, provide a summary of your qualifications, relevant skills, previous work experience, and availability. Initial closing date is COB Friday 27th March 2026 , however at its discretion the AHC may continue to accept EoIs after closing date.

 

Note that submitting an EoI does not guarantee you will be included on the register. Inclusion on the register does not guarantee a job offer will be made.

 

Any Individuals who are subsequently offered a temporary position must also have the legal right to work in Kiribati. The AHC may be able to support an individual to obtain a suitable work visa, depending upon their current status in Kiribati. Individuals must also be willing to undergo a pre-employment probity assessment, which includes a police check in Kiribati and any other countries of previous residence (if applicable).

 

Recipients are welcome to share this opportunity with anyone they think may be interested in submitting an EoI.