Social Reintegration Coordinator

About Pacific Labour Mobility Support Program     

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.  

This Opportunity  

The Social Reintegration Coordinator is responsible for working with various stakeholders to coordinate activities in the Pacific and Timor-Leste that contribute to the successful social and economic reintegration of PALM workers and their families.  There is a diverse ecosystem of partners and stakeholders implementing a range of initiatives that contribute to positive social impact and successful reintegration.  This role will ensure that there are clear synergies across bespoke country initiatives that enhance reintegration outcomes for PALM workers and their families.

This is a fixed term opportunity required to September 2028, based in the Pacific or Timor-Leste.

The Social Reintegration Coordinator will have a regional focus and report to the Social Reintegration Manager. They will:  

·       Collaborate with labour sending country stakeholders including reintegration officers and other LSU staff, and varied local actors, to identify needs and challenges, and support the design of effective reintegration activities for PALM workers and their families.

·       Support the design and implementation of locally led social reintegration initiatives, ensuring cultural relevance and sustainability.

·       Provide training and resources to strengthen the capabilities of reintegration staff, other LSU staff and and stakeholders.

·       Monitor and review reintegration activities and utilise available evidence and feedback to refine initiatives.

·       Promote DFAT policies on gender, disability, child protection, anti-corruption, and environmental safeguards.

·       Foster diversity, equity, and inclusion in all activities and workplace interactions.

We are seeking an individual who is:  

·       Tertiary qualified in a relevant discipline with at least 4 years’ experience in stakeholder engagement, managing projects, coordinating and strengthening teams, and identifying and managing risks.

·       Excellent interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to build respectful, productive and sustainable working relationships with a variety of stakeholders (including partner government, civil society and the private sector) and working together to achieve results

·       Previous experience working in the Pacific or Timor-Leste either in a government or non-government role, or as a technical advisor.

·       Demonstrated ability to work autonomously with limited supervision and ability to work under pressure to meet key deliverables.

·       Demonstrated skill and experience at convening and facilitating productive interaction between diverse groups of people.

·       Experience working with programs in the Pacific or Timor-Leste with a good understanding of GEDSI concepts and issues.

·       Highly developed organisational skills, agility and the ability to balance and prioritise multiple tasks and work well under pressure.

·       Excellent written and oral communications skills with high level proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and web browsers.

We are committed to building a diverse, geographically dispersed workforce to maximize our support. We encourage applications from candidates from Pacific Island countries and Timor-Leste.  You must have valid country specific work rights to be considered for this position - visa sponsorship is not available.  

We strongly encourage people with disability to apply. Disclosing about your disability will not negatively affect your application. Please tell us as much as you feel comfortable, for us to work with you, about the appropriate adjustments that you might need. If you would like further information or assistance with this, please contact recruitment@plmsp.com.au    

How to Apply 

To apply visit https://thepalladiumgroup.com/careers 

Please submit your application online, including your CV and brief cover letter, outlining your suitability in line with the requirements of the position. 

Closing date: Sunday, 3 August 2025, at 11:59PM 

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About Palladium  

Palladium is a global leader in the design, development, and delivery of Positive Impact – the intentional creation of enduring social and economic value. We work with governments, businesses, and investors to solve the world's most pressing challenges. With a team of more than 4,000 employees operating in 90-plus countries and a global network of over 35,000 experts, we help improve economies, societies, and, most importantly, people's lives.   

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