Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Policy & Political roles)
Political
The British Embassy in Ljubljana is part of a worldwide network, representing British political, economic and consular interests overseas and is now looking for a Policy Support Officer.
This is an interesting and varied job within the Political Section of the British Embassy in Ljubljana. The job holder will help to coordinate the work of the Political Section in delivering on UK foreign policy priorities and will provide briefing and logistical support to the Political Section, Deputy Ambassador and Ambassador.
Main responsibilities will include:
- Assist the Deputy Head of Mission and the Political Section by arranging meetings and events, diary management, responding to correspondence and arranging travel and transport;
- Support engagement of all colleagues in the Political Section, including policy support, briefing and accompanying to meetings;
- Lead on information management with the Political Section;
- Work with colleagues across the Embassy in supporting the delivery of high-level VIP visits from the UK, helping to delivery targeted and effective programmes, ensure well-managed logistics and clear communication across all stakeholders;
- Support the British Embassy Ljubljana’s foreign policy engagement with Slovenia by coordinating and allocating requests for engagement and information from the UK on foreign policy issues. In time, the right candidate may also be able to take on responsibility for a specific foreign policy portfolio, based on their interests, experience and expertise;
- Provide cover for the Ambassador’s assistant during their absence, working directly with the Ambassador;
- Undertake training and personal development through formal and informal training opportunities.
- Fluency in Slovene and English (both oral and written, minimum C1 level*);
- Excellent organisational and administrative skills, and attention to detail;
- Ability to respond flexibly to requests, working at pace and with clear evidence of an ability to prioritise effectively to deliver results;
- Strong record in working as part of a multifaceted team.
- Understanding of, interest in and experience of international affairs and issues.
Collaborating and Partnering, Managing a Quality Service, Delivering at Pace, Demonstrating Resilience
21 July 2021
A2 (L)
Full-time, Fixed term, with possibility of renewal
40 gross
Europe, Eastern Europe & Central Asia
Slovenia
Ljubljana
British Embassy
1
2,118.80 gross
1 September 2021
This is a full-time, temporary position of 40 hours gross per week for one year with the possibility of extension by mutual agreement.
The successful candidate will be subject to professional background, security clearance and a probation period of 6 months probation period.
Learning and development opportunities (and any specific training courses to be completed):
Continuous learning and personal development is really important to us – everyone has strengths to build on, or challenges to overcome. Our L&D offer can help you achieve your best results. Early opportunities will include pre-arrival familiarisation training and formal training from London on our global digital communications approach and network.
The FCDO’s Diplomatic Academy offers a range of courses, including accredited qualifications to help you familiarise yourself with the work of the UK government internationally and how diplomacy works. And L&D funding is available to support your bids for further external training that will benefit you in the role.
As you develop in the role you might also explore job swaps or shadowing across our European network, formal training, and on-the-job training in a range of areas where you may need support.
What do we offer you?
A fun, fast paced, rewarding work environment – you’ll be able to develop ideas that are listened to and often implemented.
Investment in your skills: on-the-job training as well as professional development.
A flexible/hybrid working environment (subject to some Ts & Cs.)
Great colleagues – we are proud to hire friendly, driven, passionate people.
A great place to work: an emphasis on work/life balance and wellbeing, free espresso, and more!
Candidate must have pre-existing work authorisation for Slovenia in order to apply.
Staff recruited locally by the British Embassy in Ljubljana are subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local Slovenian employment law.
Visa / Passport requirements: Candidates must currently hold the independent right to live and work in Slovenia and be prepared to ensure that right remains throughout the scope of the contract.
Please 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.
Please be advised that the British Embassy will not be able to meet the travel costs incurred when travelling to the interview, nor the costs connected with relocation if offered a position.
* Please note Common European Framework of Reference for Languages: Learning, Teaching, Assessment indicates Level C2 as Mastery or proficiency Level which comprehends that a person can understand with ease virtually everything heard or read; can summarize information from different spoken and written sources, reconstructing arguments and accounts in a coherent presentation; can express themselves spontaneously, very fluently and precisely, differentiating finer shades of meaning even in the most complex situations. For more information please click on the following link CEFR. Please bear in mind in case you are invited for an interview your languages skills are going to be assessed.
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