Introduction to Defence Assistance Program

2 days ago


Edinburgh, Australia Australian Government Full time

Australian Public Service
- Edinburgh, SA
- 2 July 2025

The Defence Assistance Program (DAP) is a Defence initiative, designed to provide employment to staff as contractors through the Endeavour Foundation. Based on shared goals, the program seeks to revolutionise what people with disability can achieve in the workplace. Together, the Endeavour Foundation supports Defence personnel to focus on their core duties and contribute to capability through inclusion.

Established in 2014, the Defence Assistance Program provides employment for people with disability across ten Australian Defence Force bases. Employment opportunities are a critical part of an inclusive and empowering community for people with disability. DAP strongly contributes to the Australian Public Service Disability Employment Strategy 2020-25.

DAP offers a comprehensive variety of services and supports in areas such as administrative tasks, office duties, warehouse and logistics, customer service, stock-take and hospitality. These services allow Defence staff and ADF members to return to their core duties. DAP encourages all Australians, from all segments of the community to work alongside the program - providing sustainable working opportunities, and pathways to mainstream employment.

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