Wathnak is a registered migration agent (MARN 2217981) who brings a wealth of knowledge and personal experience to his role. He holds a Diploma in Migration Law and Practice, a Master of Counselling, a Bachelor of International Development, and a Bachelor of Social Science from a leading university ranked in the top 1% worldwide. Having migrated to Australia with his family in 2012 via a family visa, Wathnak has a deep understanding of the importance of family reunion and the opportunities that migration can offer. Driven by a strong commitment to equal opportunities, Wathnak believes that there is always a pathway available for individuals seeking to build a life in Australia, regardless of their circumstances. This conviction underpins his approach to assisting clients. Wathnak’s professional experience encompasses a broad range of migration law matters, particularly in the preparation and lodgement of visa applications. He assists clients with student and family visas, protection visas, and merit review cases, frequently representing them before the Administrative Appeals Tribunal. His thorough approach and dedication help clients confidently navigate Australia’s complex migration system with the prospect of positive outcomes.
Senior Clinician, Case Manager and Community Engagement
Mission Australia
May 2025 - Present • 1 year 6 months
Care Manager
ACH Group
Mar 2025 - Jun 2025 • 3 months
NDIS Support Coordinator
Plan Pilot
Jan 2025 - Apr 2025 • 3 months
Senior Officer
Attorney-General's Department – Official
Dec 2024 - Feb 2025 • 2 months
Registered Migration Agent & Qualified Education Agent Specialist
Global International Migration Agents
Oct 2022 - Present • 4 years 1 month
Senior Counsellor, Psychotherapist and Community Engagement Coordinator
Relationships Australia South Australia
Dec 2020 - Jan 2025 • 4 years 1 month
Academic Researcher
Curtin University
Dec 2019 - Jan 2021 • 1 year 1 month
Founder & Managing Director
Men Wathnak Group
Dec 2019 - Nov 2022 • 2 years 11 months
Community Welfare Worker
Cambodian Association of South Australia Inc.
Dec 2018 - Jun 2019 • 6 months
Head of Marketing and Technology Innovation
Adelaide University Cambodian Student Club
Apr 2017 - Feb 2019 • 1 year 10 months
Founder and Chief Executive Officer
Adelaide University Cambodian Student Club
Jan 2017 - Feb 2019 • 2 years 1 month
Community Liaison Officer; Case Manager; Counsellor
Relationships Australia South Australia
Aug 2016 - Jan 2021 • 4 years 5 months
Director of Public Relations
AIESEC
May 2016 - Jan 2017 • 8 months
School Officer (Inner Metro)
UN Youth Australia
Jan 2016 - Jul 2016 • 6 months
Human Resources Officer
Deluca’s Market
Oct 2015 - Jan 2016 • 3 months
Community Advisory Panel
SHine SA
Sep 2015 - Feb 2018 • 2 years 5 months
Team Leader Marketing and Communication
AIESEC
Feb 2015 - Jul 2016 • 1 year 5 months
headspace Woodville Youth Reference Group (hWYRG)
headspace
May 2014 - Jul 2018 • 4 years 2 months
Producer and Presenter
5EBI 103.1FM
Mar 2014 - Nov 2014 • 8 months
Certificate IV in Training and Assessment, Education
TAFE SA
2024
Master of Counselling and Clinical Psychotherapy
Torrens University Australia
2022 - 2023
Graduate Diploma in Migration Law and Practice (Vice Chancellor Awarded)
University of Technology Sydney
2020 - 2022
Master in Counselling and Psychotherapy, Specialisation Advanced Practice (Foundation Course)
University of Southern Queensland
2020 - 2021
Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy
Edith Cowan University
2020 - 2021
Certificate III, Travel and Tourism
Flight Centre Travel Academy
2019 - 2021
NAATI Certified Khmer/English Interpreter and Transl
TAFE SA
2018 - 2019
Diploma of Counselling
Australian Institute of Social Relations
2018 - 2019
Certificate II & III Active Volunteering
Northern Volunteering of South Australia Inc.
2015 - 2017
Certificate II in Community Services
Northern Volunteering of South Australia Inc.
2015 - 2017
Bachelor of Social Sciences & Bachelor of International Development
University of Adelaide
2015 - 2020
Khmer Language
School of Languages
2013 - 2015
Public/State High School Education, Legal Studies, EALD, IPP, Research Project, Workplace Practices
Woodville High School
2012 - 2015
New English Arrival Program, General
Adelaide Secondary School of English
2011 - 2013
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.), Political Science and Government
Royal University of Law and Economic
2010 - 2012
Private High School Education, General
American Intercon School
2006 - 2010
Public/State High School Education, General
Bak Touk High School
1998 - 2006
Last checked: 1 Feb 2026 • Checked with Australian Government - Dept of Home Affairs
