Finance and Travel Services Officer - LE3 - DFAT - Geneva
Mission permanente de l'AustralieLocation: Geneva
Salary: CHF 84,188 per annum
Contract type: Permanent-Ongoing
Contract hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
Additional Benefits: 20 days annual leave, 50% employer contribution to health insurance and accident insurance, and to a pension fund.
Closing date: 28th June 2026
The successful applicant will be engaged as a locally engaged staff member by the Australian Consulate-General, Geneva.
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 Switzerland.
Please be advised that the Australian Consulate-General, Geneva does not assist with relocation. Any costs associated with taking up the position would be the responsibility of the successful candidate. This role is office based.
A standard probity check will be undertaken prior to commencement for the successful applicant.
Finance and Travel Services Officer - LE3 - DFAT - Geneva
| 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 Mission The Australian Permanent Missions to the United Nations and the World Trade Organization in Geneva pursue Australia’s interests in the United Nations and World Trade Organization through international diplomacy. The Australian Consulate-General in Geneva provides services to Australian citizens in Switzerland and Liechtenstein.
About the Position Under general supervision of the Finance and Travel Services Manager, the Finance and Travel Services Officer is responsible for providing financial processing services and arranging official travel. Key responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to:
Required Qualifications/Experience/Knowledge/Skills
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Selection Criteria
Please ensure you provide a response to each of the listed selection criteria below. In your responses, you must include relevant high-level examples from your experience that support your claims against the role.
The word limit is strictly 250 words per response. The panel will not assess responses which exceed the word limit.
A. Ability to complete financial accounts processing, with attention to detail and accuracy, supported by relevant professional experience.
B. Proficiency with SAP (or other financial accounting systems) and intermediate or advanced level on MS Excel.
C. Experience in budget management, including analysis and monthly reporting.
D. Ability to work effectively with other team members in a busy processing environment, manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines, while maintaining strong attention to detail.
E. Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to effectively liaise with, and advise, a diverse range of clients across all levels of the organisation.
The Human Resources Section based in the Australian High Commission, London is responsible for managing all recruitment processes across the European region. To apply, please click on this link 'Apply' and for further information, send email to Write an email.
We are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace where all employees are valued. We appreciate the experiences, skills and perspectives of all individuals. We actively encourage applications from people from diverse backgrounds who share our values.
