Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Policy & Political roles)
Political
Main purpose of the role:
The jobholder will support the British Consulate-General Guangzhou’s political engagement with government departments, NGOs / civil society, academic institutions and think-tanks – with a focus on Guangdong and the Greater Bay Area. The jobholder will:
- Build links with organisations, and monitor information, that can develop our understanding of local political and social developments – in areas such as civil society, political leadership/governance, legislative developments, labour issues, and Guangdong/Hong Kong relations;
- Carry out desk research in priority areas to inform the Consulate-General’s political reporting;
- Generate ideas for and deliver public events showcasing UK values and sharing UK experience, enhancing mutual understanding between the UK and China;
- Work with local organisations to develop ideas and proposals for project funding, and manage programmes which secure funding.
- Assist with the delivery of visit programmes for VIPs and other visitors.
Roles and responsibilities / what will the jobholder be expected to achieve?
Public diplomacy and project management (40%)
- Develop and organise public diplomacy events relating to themes such as gender equality, inclusion, and sustainability; work with the communications team to maximise coverage of events.
- Working with colleagues in Beijing, promote project funding opportunities among local stakeholders, and work with prospective project implementers to develop bids in line with fund objectives. Oversee the implementation of projects to ensure they meet stated aims and deliver value for money.
Research and reporting (30%):
- Contribute ideas to the Consulate’s political reporting strategy and lead on research under identified themes.
- Maintain and develop contacts that can inform our understanding of politics and society in South China.
- Draft reports on identified themes.
Visits and programmes (20%)
- Organisational support for a range of meetings and visits, such as political calls on government departments, party organisations, and academic institutes; high-level calls for the Consul-General, and programmes for the British Ambassador / other VIPs.
Other (10%)
- Knowledge/skills development, and knowledge-sharing with colleagues.
- Support ad hoc activities and wider Consulate projects as specified.
- Provide cover for team members as required, eg. annual leave absence.
- Support for Consulate crisis work.
Resources managed (staff and expenditure): Administrative responsibility for programme budgets, overseen by the Consul Political. No staff management.
- IT literacy
- Language requirements: Excellent/Highly Proficient Spoken and Written English; Native Spoken and Written Mandarin Chinese.
- Project and event management skills
- Interest in local politics and civil society
Changing and Improving, Collaborating and Partnering, Delivering at Pace, Engaging Internationally
15 July 2021
A2 (L)
Full-time, Fixed term, with possibility of renewal
35
Asia Pacific
China
Guangzhou
British Consulate General
1
RMB 11,272.00 for Chinese Staff and RMB 15,789 for LE Expat staff
1 September 2021
31 August 2022
Note for External Non-Chinese National Candidates: Due to local Government measures to prevent the spread of Covid-19, including strict entry restrictions, applicants who are non-Chinese nationals are likely to face significant obstacles when seeking residence permits, or travel into China. Please familiarise yourself with the latest restrictions and processes before applying. The British Embassy and Consulates General cannot cover the cost of transport, quarantine or accommodation for applicants who require work permits.
Learning and development opportunities (and any specific training courses to be completed): The jobholder will have access to a range of e-learning and face-to-face learning opportunities made available via the FCDO’s ‘International Academy’ and through Learning & Development programmes organised by the Consulate-General. There will also be other formal and informal opportunities for professional development, eg. job shadowing, mentoring
We are an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to inclusivity, a diverse workforce, and valuing difference.
We offer a competitive package, which includes basic salary, good leave entitlement, and insurance plan etc. The monthly salary is RMB 11272 for Chinese national or RMB15789 / month for expat staff. We also offer excellent development opportunities and a 22-day annual leave entitlement in pro rata. Conditioned working hours are 35 hours/week from Monday to Friday. For more details on our Total Rewards Package, please visit our website: http://www.gov.uk/government/world/china.
Management of some parts of the job (eg. VIP visits) can require working irregular hours that involve some early starts and late finishes; occasional weekend working is also required. But we do compensate employees by offering time off in lieu (TOIL).
In line with wider China Network policy, there is a possibility that remote working arrangements – ie. working remotely one day a week – can be agreed, depending on the jobholder’s individual circumstances. We support requests for flexible working, but these need to take into account the demands of the job and the working circumstances of other colleagues.
Confirmation of employment will be conditional on the visa status of the applicant and agreement by the local authorities.
Staff recruited locally by the British Consulate-General Guangzhou are subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local Chinese employment law.
Please note that your application must be submitted before 23:55 (China Standard Time) on the day mentioned in the above field “Application deadline”.
Applicants are required to fill out the online application form completely including the employment and educational details, motivational segment and the competency based questions. Forms that are incomplete in any respect will not be considered while shortlisting for the next stage so please ensure you provide information requested. Only shortlisted candidates for interview will be contacted. Interviewees will be assessed on the core competencies listed above. Unsuccessful candidates will be notified via the system in due time.
Indicated start date is provisional and subject to successful completion of reference and security checks.
To those applicants not shortlisted, we extend our appreciation for considering the British Government as a potential employer.
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