Meteorology Officer

We’re looking for a Meteorology Officer who can live and volunteer in Tonga for 12 months.

• This assignment seeks to enhance the capacity of the staff on best meteorological practices and strategies.
• To be considered for this role, you’ll need a Bachelor Degree in Meteorology or related field plus at least 5 years work experience.
• As a volunteer, you will also support the team to raise public awareness of meteorology related activities.

About the Partner Organisation 

The Ministry of Meteorology, Energy, Information, Disaster Management, Environment, Climate Change, and Communications (MEIDECC), which has this role based in Neiafu Vava'u Tonga, plays a vital part in overseeing a wide range of technical operations. It comprises eight departments including the Computer Emergency Response Team(CERT). Since its establishment in 2015, MEIDECC has grown to become the largest ministry within the Government of Tonga.

The volunteer would capacity build staff to operate independently as a backup to the national centre in case of a disaster. They would endeavour to enhance weather forecast accuracy and the technical capacity of local staff. Support is also required with raising of public awareness to encourage interest in meteorology. This role may require the volunteer to spend up to six months in Tongatapau before transferring to Vava'u.

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.