Diplomacy & Policy Transfer Register – APS Opportunities

Australian Department of Foreign Affairs & Trade; Canberra; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Australian Department of Foreign Affairs & Trade in Canberra seeks existing ongoing APS employees for temporary or permanent transfer to support high-profile international development and policy work. You will operate in fast-paced settings, demonstrate practicality, resilience, and cultural sensitivity, and contribute to both policy and corporate management functions.

The department requires eligibility for Section 26 transfers and security clearances, with roles spanning APS Level 4 to

Qualifications

• We are seeking ongoing APS employees seeking a temporary or permanent transfer to the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.
• Applicants must be current APS employees and eligible for a Section 26 transfer.
• Successful applicants must obtain and maintain required security clearances (e.g., Negative Vetting Level 2 or equivalent).
• Positions may require Working with Vulnerable People/Children registration depending on role.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the department's broad agenda across policy and corporate management.
• Participate in roles from APS Level 4 to Executive Level 2, with full-time or part-time options.
• Maintain high performance in fast-paced, high-pressure environments and meet tight deadlines.

Skills

Practical mindset

Resilience

Adaptability

Cultural sensitivity

Pressure under deadlines

Job description

Australian Department of Foreign Affairs & Trade in Canberra seeks existing ongoing APS employees for temporary or permanent transfer to support high-profile international development and policy work. You will operate in fast-paced settings, demonstrate practicality, resilience, and cultural sensitivity, and contribute to both policy and corporate management functions.

The department requires eligibility for Section 26 transfers and security clearances, with roles spanning APS Level 4 to