Executive Level 1 Non-ongoing, Casual Location: Adelaide, Brisbane, Cairns, Darwin, Gold Coast, Hobart, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney The Opportunity Transit Protocol Officers (TPOs) are experienced professionals who facilitate the international arrival and departure of foreign senior visitors (e.g.
Deputy Heads of State or Deputy Heads of Government, Ministers).
TPOs also facilitate some domestic travel within Australia on an as required basis.
TPOs are non-ongoing employees who are employed on a casual basis.
Remuneration is based on actual hours of duty performed.
Our Ideal Candidate A TPO must be able to work independently and will have confidence, integrity, discretion and sound judgement.
They will have leadership skills and a strong work ethic, a professional manner and the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Experience in airport operations and/or protocol work is highly desirable.
Key duties As a representative of the Australian Government, TPOs carry out the following functions with very limited supervision, to facilitate the international arrival and departure of foreign senior visitors (eg Deputy Heads of State or Deputy Heads of Government, Ministers) and for some domestic travel within Australia.
liaise with key stakeholders regarding visit details facilitate customs, immigration, biosecurity and security screening processes for each principal.
How to Apply Submit your application via the department's website at DFAT Careers website before the closing date.
Your application will need to provide: • your personal details; • a pitch of no more than 750 words; • a maximum four-page CV (uploaded); and • contact details of two referees.
Your application will be assessed on your ability to demonstrate, or have the potential to develop, the required skills, knowledge, experience, and qualifications, to proficiently perform the role.
Relevant examples and accomplishments will strengthen your application.
The requirements of the role are based on the information provided to you as part of the job advertisement, in line with the APS Work Level Standards (WLS).
Your 750 word page pitch is your opportunity to tell us why you are the right candidate for the role.
Applications that do not meet these requirements may not be considered.