This page will be added to as we find more
resources to support ADF Partners in gaining employment.
Please contact us at partneremployment@dfa.org.au if you know of other initiatives.

Defence Community Organisation (DCO)
DCO offers an employment support program to assist partners in relocation employment related expenses. DCO’s Partner Employment Assistance Program (PEAP) provides funding towards initiatives to assist ADF partners with the immediate difficulties of finding employment when the member is relocated on posting.

Work 180
Work 180 is a global jobs network specifically for women. They provide job applicants with a transparent directory of endorsed employers who support diversity, inclusion and equality. Check out their website for a list of jobs and flexible employers.

Careers for Defence Partners
Unofficial Facebook group moderated by Australian Defence partners looking for work. There are also several HR specialists here. Jobs and other resources are posted here regularly.

Soldier On Australia
Soldier On Australia support current ADF Partners with Networking events, connecting with employers and other forms of employment support.

RSL Queensland
For those living in Queensland, RSL Queensland can support current ADF Partners with career counselling, training and development (including scholarships for tertiary or vocational education and help translate your skills for the job market.

Princes Trust
The Princes Trust runs Enterprise for Veterans Workshops for those looking to start their own businesses.

