US Embassy and Consulates in Australia - Yarralumla ACT

The U.S. Embassy in Canberra is seeking an Economic Specialist to join the Economic Section and provide analysis, reporting, and advice on Australian economic issues.

The Economic Specialist reports to the Deputy Economic Counselor and works with a team of American officers and a wide range of U.S. Government officials, including visiting Members of Congress and senior trade negotiators. The position provides briefings to the Ambassador and DCM and serves as a key resource on specific areas of Australian economic policy. As an integral member of the Economic Section, the Economic Specialist provides clear analysis and sound judgment to support strategic planning and advance U.S. economic and foreign policy priorities.

Duties and Responsibilities include:

Advise on and Advance Strategic Priorities

Develop and Maintain Contacts

Control Officer Duties

Skills and Experience

Applicants must have:

5 years of economics-related work experience in relevant sectors, including government,



industry, or think tank/academia plus a bachelor’s degree in economics or a related field

Applicants should address the following Selection Criteria:

- Knowledge of economic and political environment in Australia.
- Robust understanding of how the Australian governmentoperates, including the various departments and the Parliament.
- Knowledge of the business environment, including Australia's trade policies and working with industry.
- Ability to explain complexeconomic developments in layman's terms.

Benefits and Compensation for Locally Employed Staff

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.

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📌 Economic Specialist (Canberra)
🏢 US Embassy and Consulates in Australia
📍 Canberra