We’re looking for an Ambulance Integration Mentor who can volunteer in a hybrid role both remotely (online) and in country over a total of 12 months.

• This assignment seeks to support the team with the successful integration of the ambulance services and improve the risk assessment and mitigation plan.
• To be considered for this role, you’ll need a Degree or Certification in Public Health, Healthcare Administration, Emergency Management or Business Administration and at least 10 years of experience in Ambulance Services.
• Provide support for TFES to ensure high-quality service delivery to meet healthcare standards and maintain a strong reputation.

About the Partner Organisation

The Tonga Fire & Emergency Services (TFES), based in Tofoa, comes under the Ministry of Fire & Emergency Services. TFES operates under the vision of 'Building a Safer and Resilient Tonga' and a mission to 'Protect life, property and environment from the impact of fire and other emergencies' by promoting fire safety, across the community, and providing on effective responses to emergencies.'

The volunteer would work with the team to move forward with the merger and integration of the Ambulance Services from the Ministry of Health into the Tonga Fire & Emergency Services. One of the major challenges the volunteer can help overcome is to support the development its leaders to be successful with the integration program.

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 - [email protected] using the subject line: Ambulance Integration Mentor - Tonga enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Learn more about our commitment to inclusion.

Allowance

We cover your flights, insurance, and provide a living and accommodation allowance. Learn more here

• AUD$ 2805 per month

Find out more about in-country allowances.

Requirements

• All applicants must be Australian citizens or holders of Permanent Residency Visa of Australia, or New Zealand residents in Australia with a Special Category Visa (SCV). 
• A National Police Check must be completed during the application process.  
• A Psychological Test is required for all volunteer assignments.  

Additional requirements for this assignment include attaining a First Aid Certificate.

A position description is attached.