Australian High Commission
Port Vila
Vanuatu

Career Opportunities

Job vacancies

Vacancies listed here are for Locally Engaged Staff (LES). LES are employed under local contracts of employment to work directly for the High Commission. The employment can either be an ongoing basis or fixed contract basis under specific terms and conditions of employment based on local labour laws. LES positions do not carry diplomatic or consular status, privileges, or immunities.

Prospective applicants need to demonstrate that they are eligible to work by local citizenship or be able to meet work visa requirements. All relocation costs are at the expense of the successful candidate.

Current vacancies

The Australian High Commission in Vanuatu has a high-performance culture which is underpinned by a resilient, motivated, and loyal workforce. Our people are at the heart of everything we do and bring a range of qualifications and experiences to the table. We support each other and share a unity of purpose and commitment to serving the Vanuatu-Australia partnership.

About the Positions

The Australian High Commission is looking for a dynamic, professional and hardworking individual to join our team as our High Commissioner’s Driver. Interested candidates must submit the required documents listed in the Applicant Information Pack.

How to Apply

Applications should be submitted with a completed AHC LES Application Form and include:

  • A Curriculum Vitae.
  • Responses to the essential criteria questions for the position. 
  • The names and contact details of at least two referees.
  • Confirmation of your right to work in Vanuatu.

Applications must be submitted by email to [email protected] and close on Wednesday 4 June 2025.

Only those applicants short-listed for interview will be contacted.  If you are not contacted within six weeks of the date of applications closing, you can consider your application unsuccessful.  The selection process usually takes several weeks, and short-listed applicants will be advised of the outcome.

The Australian High Commission is an equal opportunities employer.