Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Policy & Political roles)
Communications, Press and Media
The British Embassy in Algiers is seeking an Intern to join the Political & Communications Team.
The team is responsible for reporting on the domestic political situation in Algeria, covering topics from party politics to human rights.
The team is also responsible for the embassy’s external communications, maintaining relations with the traditional media as well as producing products for social media.
You will assist with day to day media analysis in addition to generating content for the embassy’s social media feeds, including through filming, editing, and translating material.
Main responsibilities will include:
- Daily media analysis, tracking stories of interest to the British Embassy, compiling daily press cuttings;
- Creating communications products to promote British interests in Algeria, as set out in the Algeria Country Plan and our Communications Strategy, through filming, editing, and posting videos and scripts; and
- Translating OpEds and Press Releases for Arabic media outlets.
The above list is not exhaustive and the intern will be required to be flexible and take on other ad hoc tasks as required.
Key competencies required:
- Leading and Communicating – Effectiveness in this area is about leading from the front and communicating with clarity, conviction and enthusiasm. It’s about supporting principles of fairness of opportunity for all and a dedication to a diverse range of citizens.
- Delivering at Pace – Effectiveness in this area means focusing on delivering timely performance with energy and taking responsibility and accountability for quality outcomes.
- Managing a Quality Service – Effectiveness in this area is about being organised to deliver service objectives and striving to improve the quality of service, taking account of diverse customer needs and requirements.
- Fluent level of English & Arabic. Ability to express ideas and messages clearly and concisely, both orally and in written communication
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Strong interpersonal skills, flexibility and the ability to work well independently and as part of a small team.
- Experience with video editing and graphic design programmes.
- Experience of photography and filming.
- Knowledge of social media platforms and associated software.
- Proven interest/ background in a field relevant to media or international relations.
- Solid command of Microsoft Office.
Leading and Communicating, Managing a Quality Service, Delivering at Pace
14 September 2021
Internship
Fixed Term, Part-Time
15
11 months
Middle East & North Africa
Algeria
Algiers
British Embassy
1
1 November 2021
This internship is for a part-time employment, on a fixed term basis for eleven (11) months. This is an unpaid internship – no stipend or allowance is given as part of this internship.
Conditioned working hours are 15 hours per week. Normal working hours are 08:00 – 15:30 Sunday to Thursday. However, working hours for the successful candidate will be flexible and to be agreed with the Line Manager. Ideally you will work 3 hours per day from Sunday-Thursday. There will be an opportunity to work remotely, within the constraints of needing to film materials.
The Embassy aims to be a highly-inclusive place to work, celebrating a workforce with both diversity of thought and background. To help achieve this, the Embassy takes a values-based approach to leadership and people management, and has a zero-tolerance for bullying and harassment.
The Embassy offers a good working environment in a modern, purpose-built office, as well as use of the Embassy’s recreational facilities, pool, gym and tennis courts, after working hours.
The Embassy is committed to learning and development. You will have full access to the FCDO’s International Academy learning and development plaform, providing formal and informal opportunities across the organisation.
You will benefit from the opportunity to participate in a variety of training courses according to your interests and development needs, including the International Academy Foundation Level, which provides a grounding in all aspects of the FCDO’s work and the UK foreign policy. Some training may include the possibility of travel, for example to London or our regional Communications Hub in Abu Dhabi.
Within the embassy there is an active L&D culture with a variety of opporunities on offer, from ad-hoc learning sessions run by embassy colleagues to more structured courses. You will be encouraged to participate in these.
Eligibility:
Applicants must have the legal right to reside and work in Algeria.
Application Process:
Interested candidates must attach the following documents in English along with their online application form:
- A covering letter.
- An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
**Your application must also include examples of when you have demonstrated the competencies outlined above in the cover letter or in the Motivation section of the application form. Applications that do not include this information will not be considered.
Closing date for applications is at 23:55 (local time) on 14 September 2021.
Applications received after the stated deadline will not be considered.
Process:
The recruitment process, including security clearance, is expected to take around two months.
Due to the large amount of applications the Embassy receives, only those shortlisted for interview will be contacted.
The start date mentioned in the job advert is a tentative start date and the successful candidate will be required to undergo security-vetting procedures. Any offer of employment will be subject to the candidate achieving suitable clearances.
The British Embassy Algiers is an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to inclusivity, a diverse workforce and valuing difference.
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