# Career Opportunity at the Australian Embassy in Jakarta: Senior Policy Manager (Digital)
Securing a prestigious career with an international diplomatic mission is a remarkable milestone for professionals aiming to make a tangible impact on bilateral relations. The Australian Embassy in Jakarta represents Australia’s multifaceted interests across political, legal, economic, scientific, and cultural spheres. Currently, the mission is searching for a dynamic, highly qualified professional to fill a pivotal diplomatic role: Senior Policy Manager (Digital).
If you possess a deep understanding of the digital economy, strong analytical skills, and a talent for strategic communication, this ongoing, full-time position offers an exceptional platform to shape Australia-Indonesia relations.
# Understanding the Organization and the Role
Operating under the umbrella of the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT), the embassy works tirelessly to advance Australia's international prosperity and security. The department provides expert foreign, trade, and development policy advice while coordinating global, regional, and bilateral initiatives.
As the Senior Policy Manager for Digital, you will act as a cornerstone within the Economic and Trade section. Operating under limited direction, you will deliver high-level research, strategic advice, and comprehensive project support directly to the Ambassador and Australia-based team members regarding Indonesia's rapidly evolving digital landscape.
# Compensation and Package Details
* Position Type: Ongoing, Full-Time
* Location: Jakarta, Indonesia
* Monthly Salary Range: IDR 31,350,960 to IDR 38,016,185 per month
# Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will take charge of several critical diplomatic and analytical tasks designed to strengthen bilateral cooperation. Your day-to-day duties will encompass:
* Digital Policy Leadership: Drive coordination on all digital policy matters across the entire embassy.
* Research and Analysis: Proactively monitor, research, analyze, and report on critical economic developments, with a heavy emphasis on the digital economy.
* Strategic Communication: Draft publication-ready correspondence, policy papers, and senior-level reports.
* Government and Industry Relations: Build, nurture, and maintain a robust network of contacts spanning the Indonesian government, industry leaders, research organizations, and non-governmental organizations (NGOs).
* Representation and Outreach: Represent the Australian Government at prominent local and international conferences, seminars, and official events.
* Event and Delegation Management: Organize high-level visits for Australian ministerial, parliamentary, and official delegations, as well as facilitate reciprocal visits for Indonesian officials.
* Interpretation and Translation: Deliver accurate consecutive and simultaneous interpretation during official meetings, alongside translating vital reports and documents.
# Candidate Qualifications and Essential Criteria
To thrive in this fast-paced, intellectually demanding environment, applicants must demonstrate a blend of technical acumen, interpersonal finesse, and administrative excellence.
Mandatory Requirements
* Education: Possession of relevant tertiary qualifications is strictly essential.
* Autonomous Execution: Proven capacity to operate independently, exercise sound judgment, and skillfully juggle competing priorities in a dynamic workplace.
* Policy Insight: A comprehensive grasp of digital economy frameworks and domestic Indonesian tech policies, paired with the ability to articulate complex implications for both nations.
* Bilingual Proficiency: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English, enabling the production of sharp, targeted reports under tight deadlines.
* Networking Mastery: Superior interpersonal capabilities coupled with a proven track record of establishing influential professional networks.
* Contextual Awareness: A working familiarity with DFAT's mandate and the Australian Government's specific trade, economic, and digital objectives within Indonesia.
Preferred Attributes
* Professional background within the digital sector, tech industry, or private startup ecosystem.
# Application Guidelines
Ready to take the next step in your professional journey? Submitting your candidacy is straightforward:
1. Visit the official application portal by selecting the designated online application link.
2. Sign in to your existing profile, register a new account, or utilize the password recovery tool if necessary.
3. Complete all required fields and submit your documentation before the deadline.
Important Note: All application deadlines strictly adhere to Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) or Australian Daylight Savings Time (ADST). Make sure your submission is finalized before the vacancy officially closes on 15 October at 11:30 PM (Jakarta Time).