The Australian Embassy is seeking applications for a Migration Case Officer. At least one vacancy will be filled through this process, with suitable candidates’ merit listed for future vacancies.

Note: Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain an Australian security clearance and must therefore hold citizenship of Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the USA, or the United Kingdom and be entitled to work at a diplomatic mission in Phnom Penh. 

This position is expected to be available in November 2025, and after an initial three-month probationary period, the successful candidate may be offered a 12-month contract, with the possibility of renewal.

A competitive salary package is offered, including participation in performance management and a bonus scheme. The basic monthly salary range for the position starts at USD1,570. Non-National Allowance (USD 1,631) may apply to the position, assessed on an individual basis. Other benefits and conditions will be governed by the LES conditions of service.

With general direction, and within established procedures, legislation and policies, Migration Case Officer (MCO) undertakes a range of duties including visa citizenship processing and delegated decision making, providing guidance and being a point of escalation for Visa Processing Officers (VPOs) and the performance of integrity, procedural, clerical and administrative tasks. The MCO also works to established policies and procedures to analyze visa and citizenship caseloads for integrity issues and liaises with national, provincial and communal level officials regarding identification and official documents.