Policy Writer and Governance Mentor

We’re looking for a Policy Writer and Governance Mentor who can live and volunteer for 12 months in Tonga. 

• You will be working alongside a passionate team that aim to ensure there is effective governance in sport in Tonga.
• To be considered for this role, you’ll need a Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Governance, or a related field and experience delivering training or coaching in policy/governance practices. 
• As a volunteer, you will support capacity building of local staff to be able to continue this important work when they complete their assignment period. 

About the Partner Organisation 

TASANOC is based in Nuku'alofa, and is a non-governmental organisation, that is an umbrella for the country’s Sport National Federations. (NFs) It also functions as the official Games authority. Currently there are 41 NFs, representing both Olympic and non-Olympic sports. TASANOC’s mission is to develop, promote, support and protect the Olympic and sports movement in Tonga, in accordance with the Olympic Charter. 

TASANOC is seeking a dedicated and experienced volunteer to support its strategic priorities through the development and refinement of governance frameworks and organizational policies. They would play a critical role in strengthening institutional integrity, ensuring compliance with regional and international standards, and improving transparency and accountability across the organisation and its member federations.

About the Australian Volunteers Program  

The Australian Volunteers Program is an Australian government-funded initiative. We support partner organisations across the Pacific, Asia, and Africa to achieve locally led change.  

Volunteers are supported throughout their volunteer journey. We actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds and abilities to volunteer and aim to make the program as accessible and inclusive as possible. If you have accessibility requirements, please contact us to discuss how we can support you to volunteer with us - inclusion@australianvolunteers.com. Learn more about our commitment to inclusion.