HOM Executive Assistant – LE3 – DFAT – The Hague

The successful applicant will be engaged by the Australian Embassy, The Hague as a locally engaged staff member on a 12-month fixed-term non-ongoing contract, with the possibility of extension.

The Fair Work Act 2009 is not intended to apply to the employment of Locally Engaged Staff (LES) at Australia’s overseas diplomatic and consular missions. The successful candidate’s terms and conditions of employment will be governed by the laws of the Netherlands.

Please be advised that the Australian Embassy, The Hague does not assist with relocation. Any costs associated with taking up the position would be the responsibility of the successful candidate.

Please note that all applicants must possess an existing right to legally live and work in the Netherlands. The Australian Embassy, The Hague, is not able to provide sponsorship and applications without appropriate and valid visa/ permit will not be considered.

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.