Job Description

• Ongoing, Full-Time
• INR74,942 per month
• New Delhi, India

About the Department of Defence

The primary role of Defence is to defend Australia and its national interests to advance Australia\xe2\x80\x99s security and prosperity. The Department works alongside its partners and allies to grow international defence relations and defence co-operation.
About the position

Under general direction, the Defence Executive Officer provides executive administration and corporate project support to the Head of Defence Staff at Post and broader Defence Section. The role supports Defence engagement activities, including visits and military exercises, and manages, under limited supervision, the bilateral exchange program of foreign training between India and Australia. The position will be responsible for the supervision of junior LES staff during the absence of the Defence Business Manager.

For more detailed information please view the Position Description.

Employment conditions



Subject to the successful completion of six months probationary period, satisfactory medical check and background verification, the successful applicant initially will be offered a two-year contract with the possibility of extension. The successful applicant will be expected to commence duty within one month of being advised of the selection for the position.
Commitment to diversity

The Australian High Commission is committed to achieving diversity within its workforce. We are looking for people who share our values and who are as diverse as the community we serve.

Note: Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to each applicant. We endeavour to respond to applicants of interest within a period of three to four weeks from the application closing date. If you are not requested to attend an interview, please assume that your application has not been successful.
Contact Information

All queries relating to job applications should be directed to ndliahcjobs@dfat.gov.au.