14/08/2026
📣 WE’RE HIRING | PROJECT OFFICER (GOVERNANCE) 🇹🇴
The Civil Society Forum of Tonga (CSFT) is seeking a motivated and experienced Project Officer (Governance) to join our team and lead an exciting programme focused on strengthening citizen participation in Tonga’s budget cycle.
The role will contribute to:
🔹 Leading pre-budget consultations across Tonga
🔹 Supporting the rollout of the Citizen’s Budget Guide
🔹 Convening CSOs and developing a collective budget submission to Government
🔹 Delivering a Debt Management Symposium
🔹 Monitoring and publishing budget ex*****on information
🔹 Promoting meaningful participation of women, people with disabilities and outer-island communities
We’re looking for someone with:
✅ 3+ years’ experience in project management, community development, advocacy or public policy
✅ Strong written English and fluency in Tongan
✅ Community consultation and facilitation experience
✅ Understanding of public financial management and Tonga’s budget cycle
✅ Donor reporting experience
✅ Willingness to travel to Vava’u, Ha’apai and ‘Eua
📍 Location: Nuku’alofa + outer islands
🕐 Position: Full-time, 12-month fixed term
This programme is supported through the Tonga Australia Support Platform (TASP), funded by the Australian Government. 🇦🇺🇹🇴
📩 How to apply:
Please send your cover letter addressing the selection criteria, CV, and contact details for two referees to:
[email protected]
⏰ Applications close: Friday 21 August 2026 at 5:00pm.
CSFT is an equal opportunity employer. Applications from women, people with disabilities, and applicants from the outer islands are strongly encouraged.
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