Vacancy: Direct Aid Program Administrator

                                                          Vacancy: Direct Aid Program Administrator

The Australian High Commission, New Delhi, is seeking applications for the temporary position of Direct Aid Program Administrator at the Australian High Commission, New Delhi.  This position will report to Second Secretary, DFAT Political.

This temporary position of a Direct Aid Program Administrator is for an initial period of six months with the possibility of extension.

Applicants are advised to read the Position Description prior to addressing the selection criteria. Applicants must address each of the selection criteria. Applications that do not specifically address the selection criteria will not be considered. Further information on selection criteria is available on our website http://www.india.highcommission.gov.au.

The commencing salary will be determined based on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate. The salary for this position will be negotiated based on the existing LES Conditions of Service (COS) taking into account qualifications and experience. This position is part-time, five days a week (approximately 25 hours per week).

The Australian High Commission is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to workplace diversity.  This is a core element of the Australian High Commissions (AHC), New Delhi’s personnel policies and programs. Clear objectives, mutual respect, good communication and team work are the characteristics of workplace diversity in action

Enquiries about the position may be directed to simon.o’[email protected].

HOW TO APPLY    

Applicants must submit by Thursday, 08 December 2016 the following documents in Microsoft Word format with subject header ‘Application for DAP-Administrator’ to [email protected]

1. A font size 12 typed statement addressing the selection criteria (no longer than 2 pages).
2. A curriculum vitae detailing your contact details, work experience, academic qualifications and the names and contact details of two professional referees.

   Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.  No late applications will be accepted and only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Agency	DFAT
Position number	ND/C02
Title	Direct Aid Program Administrator
Classification	LE4
Section	Political Section
Reports to (title)	Second Secretary, DFAT Political

About the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT)

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.

The Australian High Commission, New Delhi undertakes this role for the Department here in India.

This position of a Direct Aid Program Administrator is for an initial period of six months.

Key responsibilities of the position include:

1. Assisting with the management of the Australian High Commission Direct Aid Program. The role requires the DAP Administrator to:
   1. Build relationships with current and potential Non-Government Organizations (NGO) partners;
   2. Work with NGOs to ensure DAP proposals match DAP guidelines and post priorities;
   3. Administer the DAP program (including selection, approval and funding processes, acquittal of spent funds and reporting);
   4. Assist with accountability including visits to project sites and regular contact with NGO partners;
   5. Management of DAP recipients which are not meeting DAP guidelines;
   6. Facilitate visits by AHC staff and high-level visitors to DAP project sites;
   7. Think creatively and implement publicity of the DAP program, including event management;
   8. Represent the High Commission at DAP events with NGO partners;
   9. Assist in DAP strategy, risk management and other reporting;
   10. Manage the DAP email account.

In your application, please demonstrate that you meet the following selection criteria:

1. Highly developed administrative and organizational skills.
2. Strong people and communication skills including an excellent command of English.
3. Understanding of and ability to manage publicity including social media and event management.
4. Strong research and analytical skills and the ability to make timely judgments on the veracity of development projects.