Employment Opportunities

Duties may include, but are not limited to: 

• Monitor public discourse of the Commonwealth Government and Parliament
• Support to strengthen Embassy’s network with various stakeholders
• Advise the Economic Section on issues relevant to the Australian economy as well as trade and investment relations with Japan
• Provide support to diplomats for coordination with external entities, such as Australian Government and Japanese business enterprises
• Provide support to Japanese delegations visiting Australia 
• Provide administrative and logistical support for Embassy events, such as receptions 
• Undertake various research projects as requested by diplomats 
• Assist other Economic Section staff as required

Due to the nature of this role, this is a full-time, in-person position in Canberra with regular working hours of 9:00am to 5:00pm, Monday to Friday.

Requirements for this position include: 

• Must have citizenship, permanent residency or a similar visa to work in Australia 
• Bachelor’s degree  
• Superior verbal and written communication skills 
• Superior research skills 
• Comprehensive IT skills (Microsoft Office) 
• Highly organised, motivated and flexible approach to assigned duties 
• Ability to multitask, work independently, and prioritise tasks to meet deadlines 
• Demonstrated capacity to promote Embassy work ethics 
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and promote a friendly, safe working environment for all staff 
• Willingness to take on new tasks and challenges where required 

It would also be advantageous if the applicant has: 

• Experience researching policy-making in Australia or industry trends 
• Working knowledge of the Australian Parliament, including the procedure and functions
• Interest in Japan-Australia economic/business relationship

 
 
NOTES: 
This position is full-time commencing in July 2025 at the earliest. 

Salary is commensurate with experience. 

Applications should be submitted through seek.com by close of business 13 June 2025. 

https://www.seek.com.au/job/84331180

For further information regarding this position, please contact the Economic Section on economics@cb.mofa.go.jp. Due to the high number of applications expected, only those shortlisted will be contacted.