EMPLOYMENT

Overview The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade manages Australia's international presence - a network of over 120 embassies, high commissions, consulates-general and representative offices across five continents - and we have over 6,000 staff located in Australia and overseas. Our staff are the diplomats, negotiators, consular officers, and advisers developing and delivering Australia's foreign, trade and development policy on behalf of Australia and Australians. Who we are At the very heart of everything we do as a department are our people. Our people represent Australia to the world, promoting and protecting our international interests to ensure our security and prosperity globally. It's important to us that our people reflect the rich and diverse cultures, experience, and background of the broader Australian community that we represent. That is why we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are respected for who they are and encouraged to contribute to their full potential. The key duties of the position include Who we are looking for We are seeking existing ongoing APS employees who are interested in a temporary or permanent transfer to the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. You will be practical and results-oriented, with an ability to work under pressure - often in high-pressure and fast-paced environments - and to meet tight deadlines. You will be flexible, resilient, and adaptable, and bring a high level of cultural sensitivity. The department uses the register to access appropriately skilled and experienced individuals to deliver high quality international development assistance, develop and implement foreign and trade policy, negotiate international agreements, provide professional corporate management support and deliver high quality consular and passport services to Australian travellers. The key duties of the position include We are looking for flexible, adaptable, professional staff to contribute to the department's work across a broad agenda in support of Australia's international engagement. We are interested in individuals with expertise across all areas of the department's work, both policy and corporate management. In the online application form, you will be able to express in interest in roles from APS Level 4 to Executive Level 2, the skillsets most closely aligned with your experience and whether you are seeking a permanent or temporary transfer. Positions may be full-time or part-time depending on business needs and requirements. Your application will remain valid until 30 June 2026 . Applications are not carried over after this time. If you previously applied for the 2024-25 APS Permanent and Temporary Transfer Register (S26) you will be required to submit a new application.