Careers

Foreign Service Officer

Department: Foreign Service       Date: 11-Sep-23       Location: Rarotonga

As a Foreign Service Officer, you will assist in monitoring and advising the Government in relation to foreign policy to protect and promote Cook Island's interests. We have roles available in the International Trade & Affairs Division, PACER Plus, and Pacific Regional Affairs Division.

If you would like more information about the role, please contact MFAI Human Resources by email at [email protected] or by phone at 29347 (ext 707).

Finance and Administration Officer

Department: Foreign Service       Date: 11-Sep-23       Location: Rarotonga

In this role, you will contribute to the successful operation of the Ministry by providing efficient and effective financial and administrative support within the Capability and Service Delivery team. Key responsibilities are implementing financial and administrative procedures and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.

To be successful in this role, you will have excellent communication and computer skills, and have good attention to detail. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience and qualifications in finance or administration.

If you would like more information about the role, please contact MFAI Human Resources by email at [email protected] or by phone at 29347 (ext 707).

Principal Immigration Officer

Department: Immigration       Date: 28-Sep-23       Location: Rarotonga

As Principal Immigration Officer (PIO), you will be responsible for ensuring the Immigration Division effectively carries out its statutory functions under the Cook Islands Immigration Act 2021 and Regulations. The Principal Immigration Officer will ensure the Immigration service supports economic and social prosperity and safeguards the security of the Cook Islands through the implementation of innovative practices.

In this role, you will lead and contribute towards a positive team culture that enables high performance and manage all aspects of the work of the Immigration Division. You will inform immigration policy, legislation, and regulations through extensive research and provide advice and recommendations on immigration matters. The PIO must establish and maintain effective relationships with all relevant stakeholders and ensure effective monitoring, reporting, and planning is carried out across the Division.

To be successful in this role, you will have tertiary qualifications and experience in relevant law and social development fields, detailed knowledge of the Cook Islands context and a sound understanding of government machinery, mechanisms and processes.

If you would like more information about the role, please contact MFAI Human Resources by email at [email protected] or by phone at 29347 (ext 707).