Senior Research Officer

The Australian High Commission in Kuala Lumpur invites applications for the position of Senior Research Officer within the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF). This position is expected to commence as soon as possible.

Job Description

This is a Locally Engaged Staff position within the High Commission.

 The Senior Research Officer (SRO) works to support the Counsellor (Agriculture) to Malaysia and Brunei Darussalam to maintain and improve trade of agricultural products between Australia and Malaysia, and Australia and Brunei Darussalam. The SRO achieves this by working under limited direction to facilitate policy discussions, coordinate meetings, and monitor cooperation and collaboration activities. This position undertakes research, monitors changes to the policy environment and provides high-level policy analysis, briefing and technical advice on agriculture, fishing, and forestry related matters.

Please visit the High Commission’s website at www.malaysia.highcommission.gov.au for more information on the tasks and functions of this position and the guidelines to apply.

Applicants are required to follow through the application guidelines at the High Commission’s website. Therefore, applications submitted through the Seek (JobStreet) online portal will not be considered.

Closing date: 1 September 2026 (5pm)