I am an excellent candidate for the DFAT Policy Graduate program. I have experience with performing high-level analytical work, possess strong communication skills, am organized, and I am a boon to any team.
DFAT represents one of the most exciting and diverse working environments in the Australian Government. The range of challenges one may be faced with is an important incentive for myself. Similarly, the range of people and working environments one may be involved in is very attractive. In an ever increasingly connected world, DFAT plays an important role. Moreover, working with DFAT would enable me to develop my existing skills in a public service role that advances Australia’s and its citizens’ interests.
The standard year format of graduate programs is limited in how much a candidate can engage in any one specific area. DFAT’s two-year format both allows for a greater diversity in experience, as well as a longer practical engagement with each experience. This is very attractive to me, as it allows me to best develop myself in any given area. …show more content…
My ability to achieve quality outcomes was demonstrated by my thesis, when I analysed counter-terrorism practices in China. I produced a novel and robust report, which detailed the country’s counter-terrorism strategies, the impact of these strategies in curbing political violence, and the relevance of these strategies to wider conceptions of counter-terrorism. I overcame barriers such as a very limited timeframe and a troublesome and inscrutable data set to achieve an excellent mark and produce a valuable piece of research. My academic results in general are testament to my dedication to quality outcomes – a HD average for my
DFAT represents one of the most exciting and diverse working environments in the Australian Government. The range of challenges one may be faced with is an important incentive for myself. Similarly, the range of people and working environments one may be involved in is very attractive. In an ever increasingly connected world, DFAT plays an important role. Moreover, working with DFAT would enable me to develop my existing skills in a public service role that advances Australia’s and its citizens’ interests.
The standard year format of graduate programs is limited in how much a candidate can engage in any one specific area. DFAT’s two-year format both allows for a greater diversity in experience, as well as a longer practical engagement with each experience. This is very attractive to me, as it allows me to best develop myself in any given area. …show more content…
My ability to achieve quality outcomes was demonstrated by my thesis, when I analysed counter-terrorism practices in China. I produced a novel and robust report, which detailed the country’s counter-terrorism strategies, the impact of these strategies in curbing political violence, and the relevance of these strategies to wider conceptions of counter-terrorism. I overcame barriers such as a very limited timeframe and a troublesome and inscrutable data set to achieve an excellent mark and produce a valuable piece of research. My academic results in general are testament to my dedication to quality outcomes – a HD average for my