Political and Economic Officer
(Commercial, Agriculture and Climate)
AUSTRALIAN EMBASSY – DOHA
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.
POSITION DETAILS
Title: Political and Economic Officer (Commercial, Agriculture and Climate)
Term: Permanent (Ongoing) Contract
Agency: Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
Classification: LE4
Salary: QAR 17,548 – QAR 18,994 per month
Closing Date of Applications: 26 October 2026 at 11:30 pm (Doha time)
ROLE
The Political and Economic Officer (Commercial, Agriculture and Climate) supports the Embassy’s Economic, Agriculture and Climate diplomacy objectives by leading research, analysis, stakeholder engagement and program delivery related to trade, investment and commercial relations between Australia and Qatar.
The position manages the Embassy’s economic portfolio end-to-end, including economic reporting, commercial relationship development, public diplomacy engagement and coordination of economic and trade-related visits.
DUTIES
The key responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:
• Perform research, analysis and reporting on economic, agriculture, climate, trade, investment and commercial developments relevant to Australian interests.
• Provide timely reporting and prepare high-quality reporting, briefings and research on priority sectors and policy issues.
• Monitor daily media report and identify opportunities to advance Australia’s engagement with Qatar.
• Develop, maintain and strengthen key relationships with a broad range of stakeholders including in government, business leaders, investors, industry associations, commercial partners and other embassies to advance Australia’s interests.
• Translate political and economic reports, articles and other documentation as required.
• Represent the Australian Government at official meetings, events and a range of forums with Government, non-government contacts and other missions in Doha, update management on meeting outcomes, and provide interpreting and translation services as required.
• Support and coordinate ministerial and other high-level visits, including development and preparation of visit programs, accommodation and transport arrangements, airport facilitation and meeting requests.
• Define and develop a public diplomacy strategy aligning to the Embassy economic outcomes.
• Plan and deliver public diplomacy events and functions including managing the delivery of multiple concurrent events, coordinating stakeholders, speakers and other logistical arrangements such as guest lists, catering, entertainment and technical support.
• Support the Embassy’s Communications Strategy and implementation of a creative social media campaign to advance Australia’s interests and strengthen engagement.
• As part of a small team, perform other duties and provide back-up support as required.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS
- Relevant tertiary qualifications or experience in economics, business, international relations or a related field.
- Strong understanding of economic and commercial developments in Qatar.
- High-level analytical, research, reporting and Digital Media skills.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and Arabic.
- Demonstrated initiative and ability to work independently.
APPLICATION
Applications and enquiries should be sent to [email protected] with the subject line:
Application_[NAME]_Political and Economic Officer
Your application should include:
- A resume (maximum 2 pages), including contact details for two referees.
- A statement of no more than 500 words outlining how your skills, experience, and qualifications make you the strongest candidate for the role.
Only complete applications received by the closing date will be considered.
ASSESSMENT
Applications will be assessed by a Selection Panel and a shortlist established for interview. Following interviews, an offer may be made to the applicant assessed as most suitable for the role.
Due to the high volume of applications received, only applicants shortlisted for further assessment will be contacted.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo security vetting procedures. Any offer of employment will be subject to the candidate achieving suitable clearances, medical clearance and reference checks.