The Government of Tonga’s strategic vision for the future delivery of public services is aimed at streamlining its organizational platform to better deliver more efficient and effective public services for the people of Tonga. To help achieve this aim, the Government of Tonga seeks to appoint two (2) Part time Commissioners for the Public Service Commission.
The Public Service Commission acts as the adviser to Government on the management of the Public Service and is further tasked with overseeing the development of guidelines, frameworks, policies and standards to ensure that the public service operates in a transparent, consistent and robust manner. The Commission is also responsible for providing leadership in the strategic management of the public service workforce, oversight and evaluation of a continuing process of public service reform within the Kingdom.
Accountabilities
The Part time Commissioners will be responsible to the Chairman of the Commission in performing the Public Service Commission mandates in accordance with the Public Service Act.
Specifically the purpose of the roles is to;
Assist the Chairman of the Commission in overseeing the implementation of public employment policies, principles and performance of the Public Service. The roles will be integral in overseeing a productive and sustainable Public Service as Tonga continues its path towards Public Sector Reform.
Experience and Qualification
- A Tertiary educational qualification relevant to the position with demonstrated successful/effective leadership and senior executive management experience in the Public Sector and/or the Private Sector AND
- Proven expertise in strategic Human Resource management at the executive level, and in the development of Legal and Policy frameworks for the public and/or private sector.
How to Apply:-
Applicants who are interested in applying for the positions advertised should request an Application Information Kit. An Application Information Kit can be obtained by contacting the Public Service Commission Office on +676 25-770, or e*mail employment@psc.gov.to.
- Applicants should refer to the Application Information Kit in preparing an application, ensuring that all requirements are satisfied. Incomplete documentation may prevent proper consideration of the application.
- Applications should be forwarded to the following address by 4:30pm on Wednesday 04 October, 2017.
Acting Chairman
Public Service Commission
P.O. Box 46
Nuku’alofa
Tonga
- Given the brevity of time, signed emailed applications will be acceptable. Email applications should be forwarded to employment@psc.gov.to by the closing date.