Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade Employee Directory
Government AdministrationAustralian Capital Territory, Australia1001-5000 Employees
The Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) is a government agency responsible for shaping and delivering Australia's foreign, trade, and development policy in collaboration with international partners to address global challenges, expand trade opportunities, uphold international rules, and support Australians overseas. It operates a global presence through a network of more than 120 embassies, high commissions, consulates-general, and representative offices across five continents. Its staff work both in Australia and abroad and include diplomats, negotiators, consular officers, and advisers delivering these policies. The department is headquartered in the Casey Building in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, and provides 24/7 consular assistance for Australians abroad. DFAT serves the Australian government and the public by coordinating international relations, promoting trade, and delivering development cooperation to support regional stability and global engagement. In 2026, the department expanded international collaboration through partnerships such as a collaboration with Indonesia's BNPB and Andalas University to strengthen disaster preparedness and resilience through research and education initiatives.