Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and TradeHiring for Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade : Receptionist and Administrative Officer at Mumbai, Maharashtra Full Time

About the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

The role of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) is to advance the interests of Australia and Australians internationally. This involves strengthening Australia’s security, enhancing Australia’s prosperity, delivering an effective and high-quality overseas aid program and helping Australian travellers and Australians overseas.

The department provides foreign, trade and development policy advice to the Australian Government. DFAT also works with other Australian government agencies to drive coordination of Australia’s pursuit of global, regional and bilateral interests.

About the position

The Receptionist and Administrative Assistant manages the reception and public areas of the Australian Consulate-General, Mumbai. The position oversights all visitors to the Consulate-General and provides general information and assistance to visitors and clients. The position also assists with the management of travel and provides general administrative functions, including providing support as the backup Cashier in the Corporate Section of the Consulate-General.

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 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

DFAT 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.

Contact Information

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade in Mumbai will not accept phone calls or email inquiries regarding the application process. Only candidates who complete their application online will be considered. Email applications are not accepted.

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.

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