British Embassy in Slovakia: Political Support Officer

British Embassy in Slovakia

Bratislava, Bratislavský kraj
1 400 € za mesiac
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The British Government is an inclusive and diversity-friendly employer. We value difference, promote equality and challenge discrimination, enhancing our organisational capability. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law. We promote family-friendly flexible working opportunities, where operational and security needs allow.Job Category: Foreign and Commonwealth Office (Policy & Political roles)Job Subcategory: PoliticalJob Description (Roles and Responsibilities): The British Embassy in Slovakia is part of a world-wide network representing British political, economic and consular interests overseas and is now looking for a Political Support Officer.Main purpose of jobThe main purpose of the role is to support the political team, the Ambassador and Deputy Head of Mission on policies covering the full breadth of the UK's relationship with Slovakia. You will lead on a discrete policy portfolio, currently climate/environment, education, gender, and culture however the focus can shift depending on changing priorities. You will also provide administrative support to the team including as Personal Assistant to the Deputy Head of Mission (approx. 25% of the role).You will work with an experienced team who will help you develop expertise in your lead areas and will support you to work independently and proactively.Roles and responsibilities

Undertake analysis and research in your policy areas and in support of the wider political team;
Build and maintain a network of contacts in your policy areas;
Lead on coordinating visits of UK officials to Slovakia (occasionally out of hours), ensuring that briefing is accurate, and that the logistics of the visit are well managed;
Support the delivery of Embassy projects and events;
Act as Personal Assistant to Deputy Head of Mission, including occasional leave cover for Personal Assistant to Head of Mission
Provide administrative support to the Embassy Political Section as required

Essential qualifications, skills and experience

University graduate;
Ideally, an understanding of the Slovak government structure and its functions, and an interest in politics and international relations;
Team oriented approach and a proven ability to work flexibly, collaboratively and under pressure with a range of colleagues and stakeholders;
Willingness to undertake a variety of tasks, excellent organisational skills, self-motivated and proactive
Good problem solving, critical thinking and analytical skills;
Good IT skills including Microsoft Office and Outlook;
Language: Fluency in English and Slovak, including excellent written English and verbal communication skills;

Required competenciesSeeing the Big Picture, Making Effective Decisions, Collaborating and Partnering, Delivering at PaceApplication deadline: 18 August 2019Grade: A2 (L)Type of Position: Fixed Term, Full-timeWorking hours per week: 36.5Duration of Post: 12 monthsRegion: Europe, Eastern Europe & Central AsiaCountry/Territory: SlovakiaLocation (City): BratislavaType of Post: British EmbassyNumber of vacancies: 1Starting monthly salary (EUR): 1400Start Date: 23 September 2019Other benefits and conditions of employmentThis is a full-time position of 5 working days, 36,5 hours per week, for a contract period of 1 year with a probation period of three months.The monthly salary for this position is € 1,400 gross, payable 13 times a year.The successful candidate will be subject to confirmation of a background check and security clearance.All applicants should have the right to live and work in Slovakia. The British Embassy does not sponsor for work permits.Staff recruited locally by the British Embassy in Slovakia are subject to terms and conditions of service according to Slovak Labour Law.Additional informationPlease note that the deadline for applications is 23:55 on the day mentioned in the above field “Application deadline”.We advise you to allow enough time to complete and submit your full application, since only applications completed and submitted before the deadline will be considered.Please be aware that the deadline for submitting applications is considered to be the time zone for the country where the vacancy has arisen.
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