Expressions of Interest: Defence Executive Officer

Expressions of Interest: Defence Executive Officer

The Defence Section seeks a suitably qualified person to fill a temporary position as Defence Executive Officer.

The position is open to Australian citizens only.  The successful applicant will be required to have or obtain an Australian ‘SECRET’ level security clearance as a minimum. Preference will be given to applicants who currently hold an Australian security clearance.

For internal Australian High Commission applicants, any prospective engagement will be subject to the approval of the staff member's current supervisor/agency.

The job description and selection criteria for the position are attached. To apply, candidates should submit their curriculum vitae. In their CV, candidates should detail experience relevant to the selection criteria and include contact details of two referees. (Separate responses to the selection criteria are not required).

The successful applicant will be offered a temporary contract of employment for a period of up to 3 months from November 2016 to February 2016, with the possibility of a short extension.

The salary and terms of employment will be determined based on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate. An additional allowance is payable for the security clearance.

Please note that the selection committee may also recommend a merit list of applicants who may be offered to fill this position on an ad hoc basis when the successful applicant is absent.

For further information, please contact Captain Sheldon Williams, Defence Adviser, [email protected], +91 11 4139 9929

HOW TO APPLY    

Interested candidates may submit their applications by 5pm Wednesday 23 November 2016 with subject header ‘Defence Executive Officer’ to [email protected]

No late applications will be accepted and only short listed candidates will be contacted.

AUSTRALIAN HIGH COMMISSION, NEW DELHI

DEFENCE SECTION – EXECUTIVE OFFICER

JOB DESCRIPTION

1.         Provide secretarial and administrative support for the Defence Adviser and First Secretary in the Defence Section. Sort and manage the flow of correspondence and other materials.  Draft correspondence and other documents as directed and manage/coordinate appointments/transport. 

2.         Provide administrative assistance in support of official visits, including the preparation of programs.  Provide administrative assistance in support of official travel by the Defence Advisor and First Secretary, including financial reconciliation.

3.         Provide administrative assistance to the Defence Office Manager in the area of financial administration when required.

4.         Manage and provide oversight of diplomatic clearances for all Defence and VIP Aircraft flying over Indian air space and for all RAN ship visits.

5.         Manage classified registry - filing and creating files of classified material for Defence Adviser and creation of new files for the Defence section.

SELECTION CRITERIA

1.         Demonstrated ability and experience in secretarial and administrative support.

2.         Demonstrated ability and experience in aspects of program management.

3.         Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills of a high order.

4.         Demonstrated ability in the use of Excel, Word and the Internet.

5.         The ability to hold an Australian Government security clearance or ability to obtain one, is essential.