Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Policy & Political roles)
Political
Note : All applicants are required to mandatorily fill the complete online application form including the employment and educational details, motivational segment and the competency based questions. We will be thoroughly reviewing the application forms only for all the required details. Forms that are incomplete in any respect will not be considered while shortlisting for the next stage.
Please note that due to Covid-19 outbreak, the start date of employment mentioned in the advert is tentative, subject to normal business of British High Commission. All recruitment campaigns will remain open for applications, we will progress the recruitment process as swiftly as possible and continue to review all applications, monitor progress and developments. We will be in touch with you for the interviews/ should there be further updates on the application, however given the circumstances, kindly expect some delay in response and please reach out to [email protected] if you have any further questions.
Main purpose of job:
The successful candidate will provide political reporting and analysis on security related issues in Bangladesh; your understanding of social media and online communications will be key in achieving this. You will use your language skills to provide timely and thorough translations and research. Developing a network of contacts will help inform your reporting and analysis for both internal and external audiences. You will be responsible for ensuring the political team have the right contacts in the right places to understand emerging risks and long term trends in Bangladesh. Additionally you will provide ad hoc support in the coordination of events and visits on behalf of the British High Commission (BHC). You will be managed by the Second Secretary Political. There may also be an element of programme support work.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Research and Analysis:
- Lead research, including translations, on political and security related issues to inform the Foreign Policy and Security team’s understanding of key issues.
- Write clear, evidenced reports based on your research for both internal BHC and external audiences.
- Undertake proactive and reactive open source research (with mapping) on topics of interest to the BHC, verify this research with expert contacts and use it to increase depth and breadth of understanding, often to tight deadlines.
- Support the wider political team and other sections in the mission by providing informed, timely and strategically aware analysis on security related issues.
Developing and maintaining a network:
- Develop and use a network of contacts to inform political and security reporting and monitor developments in country
- Maintain a diverse network of contacts and use this network to inform understanding, identify opportunities and support UK priorities across Bangladesh. A key part of this job will be ensuring that UK policy makers are getting out and seeing the right people.
Visits:
- Organise, accompany and support senior staff on visits and produce timely and informative records of meetings
- Co-ordinate visits and events, including proposing events, whilst overseeing administration to ensure success and on occasion attending to provide support.
Programme support:
- Assist in the development and evaluation of programme work by the UK government, drawing on your understanding of security issues.
Language requirements:
Language: English and Bangla
Level of language required: Exceptional command of written and spoken English and Bangla.
Essential on arrival:
- Education: Bachelors degree; ideally in International Relations or similar
- Knowledge of Bangladeshi politics, state institutions and key influencers.
- Have strong IT (particularly MS Word, Excel and Outlook) and knowledge of the internet and social media for use in research work.
- A proactive dynamic individual with a can-do attitude, who works well in a team.
- Be well organised and able to demonstrate flexibility.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to combine objectivity with discretion.
- Have a track record in managing and prioritising your workload.
- Confidence and commitment to deliver with minimal supervision.
Desirable:
- Experience of working on security and/or political issues.
- Experience of working with international partners.
Seeing the Big Picture, Leading and Communicating, Managing a Quality Service, Delivering at Pace
24 August 2021
B3 (L)
Fixed Term, Full-time
36
12 months
South Asia & Afghanistan
Bangladesh
Dhaka
British High Commission
1
BDT 115,903
1 October 2021
For British High Commission (BHC) candidates, the Local Staff BHC Terms & Conditions will apply.
For other than BHC candidates, salary range will be BDT 115,903 per month.
The British High Commission offers a competitive remuneration package, including salary, benefits, a leave entitlement, Health Insurance and relevant L&D opportunities.
Employment offers are subject to successful clearance of pre-employment and security checks.
No accommodation or relocation expenses are payable in connection with this position.
The BHC is recognised as a good employer, with a robust, fair and transparent performance management & appraisal system linked to staff bonuses. We have a 5-day working week, plus annual leave, public holidays, maternity leave provision, special leave, paid sick leave provision; ample development opportunities, travel opportunities, a good organisational culture, and excellent work/life balance.
We treat people with respect and equality and have a policy of zero tolerance for any form of discrimination, bullying, or harassment.
This is a good opportunity to be part of a strong, diverse team, working in the biggest network that FCO has anywhere across the globe. We are aiming to make it the best.
‘’Note : All applicants are required to mandatorily fill the complete online application form including the employment and educational details, motivational segment and competency questions. We will be thoroughly reviewing the application forms only for all the required details. Forms that are incomplete in any respect will not be considered while shortlisting for the next stage.’’
To Apply:
Please note applications without (a) and (b) will not be considered.
a) Complete the Online Job Application Form.
b) Complete the motivation segment in the Online Application Form and the competency questions.
Internal candidates applying for this position need to upload their appraisal forms for the previous 2 years (if applicable). They should also inform their current line managers, and check for the eligibility clause if on probation, else the applications will not be considered.
We will accept only online applications by “24 August 2021” midnight.
- Applicants who do not have the required qualification & experience should kindly abstain from applying, as their applications will not be considered.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and no telephone enquires will be dealt with.
- The appointment will be subject to Police Verification and other checks including references, educational and professional.
‘’Please note that all the applicants will be required to strictly adhere to the security guidelines for British High Commission.‘’
Applicants who do not have the required qualification & experience should kindly abstain from applying, as their applications will not be considered.
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