View Vacancy – Europe Regional Chevening Programme Officer (Western Europe) (PRT26-014678)
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Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Policy & Political roles)
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Political, Policy
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The British Embassy in Lisbon is part of a worldwide network representing British political, economic, security and consular interests overseas.
We are now seeking a talented Europe Regional Chevening Programme Officer to help shape the next chapter of Chevening in Europe.
Who are we?
The British Embassy Lisbon hosts the Regional Chevening Programme Officer for Western Europe and forms part of a global network delivering the UK Government’s flagship international scholarship programme.
Chevening supports exceptional individuals with leadership potential from around the world through fully funded scholarships and fellowships. By connecting future leaders, influencers and decision-makers with the UK, Chevening helps build lasting international partnerships and promotes positive global engagement.
This role forms part of the relaunch of Chevening in Western Europe and offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the growth and long-term success of the programme across multiple countries.
Main purpose
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated, organised and collaborative individual to play a key role in supporting the delivery and growth of the Chevening programme across Western Europe.
The Regional Chevening Programme Officer is a coordination, advisory and stakeholder engagement role. You will support participating Posts to deliver the programme effectively and consistently by providing guidance, sharing best practice, supporting promotional activities, strengthening partnerships and helping ensure high standards of programme delivery across the region.
As Regional Chevening Programme Officer, you will:
- Support British Embassies across Western Europe to successfully deliver and promote the Chevening programme.
- Build strong relationships with colleagues, partners and stakeholders across multiple countries and organisations.
- Coordinate regional outreach, engagement and promotional activities to attract high-quality applicants and raise awareness of Chevening.
- Lead virtual engagement events and support Posts with communications and branding materials.
- Provide advice, guidance and training to colleagues throughout the annual scholarship cycle.
- Support partnership development and help identify opportunities to grow the programme across the region.
- Monitor programme delivery, timelines and compliance requirements, helping ensure a consistent and high-quality approach across participating countries.
- Support the development of active and engaged Chevening alumni networks across Western Europe.
- Share best practice and contribute to the continuous improvement of programme delivery across the region.
What will you love about this role?
International impact
Work across a network of British Embassies and help deliver a programme that supports future leaders and strengthens the UK’s international connections.
Building meaningful relationships
Collaborate with colleagues across Europe, the Chevening Secretariat, universities, partners and alumni to create lasting impact.
Opportunity to shape something new
Be part of the relaunch of Chevening in Europe and help influence how the programme develops in the years ahead.
Variety and ownership
From stakeholder engagement and events to programme coordination and partnership support, you’ll enjoy a diverse and rewarding portfolio of work.
Learning and development
Develop valuable experience in programme delivery, communications, stakeholder engagement, partnership working and international collaboration within a global organisation.
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Our Ideal Candidate Shows:
- Full professional proficiency in English, written and spoken (minimum C1 for CEFR framework*);
- Experience coordinating and delivering projects, programmes, campaigns or other activities involving multiple stakeholders, including planning, communication and relationship management;
- Experience of working independently, managing competing priorities and delivering to deadlines in a fast-paced environment;
- Ability to collaborate across teams and build effective working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders in different locations;
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to provide guidance, advice or support to a range of audiences;
- Personal resilience, adaptability and the ability to regularly review, reprioritise and respond to changing business needs.
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Nice to have:
- Experience of communications, marketing, outreach or promotional activities;
- Experience of programme or project delivery, including planning, monitoring and evaluation;
- Experience working across multiple countries, organisations or geographically dispersed teams;
- Experience of partnership development, stakeholder engagement or relationship management;
- Knowledge of scholarship, education, youth or leadership programmes;
- Proficiency in Portuguese or another European language.
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Communicating and Influencing, Delivering at Pace, Managing a Quality Service, Working Together
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23 August 2026
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Executive Officer (EO)
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Full-time, Fixed Term
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35 net per week
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18 months
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Europe, Eastern Europe & Central Asia
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Portugal
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Lisbon
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British Embassy
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€32,503.39 gross annual (plus €193.60 monthly meal allowance)
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12 October 2026
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This is a fixed-term, full-time contract (35 hours net per week) subject to a 30 days of probation period.
The British Embassy in Lisbon aims to offer an attractive working environment and remuneration package for this role of € 32,503.39 gross annual salary paid in fourteen instalments; plus a monthly meal allowance of €193.60. This salary is payable if the successful candidate is subject to individual income tax (IRS) in Portugal on the employment income in question. If the successful candidate is not subject to individual income tax (IRS) on their employment income in Portugal, and/or is not taxable elsewhere on such income, he / she will receive the above salary minus a reference amount approximate to the level of Portuguese tax that would be applicable if the income were subject to tax locally. Further information on this will be given to candidates during the recruitment process.
All staff recruited locally by the British Embassy in Portugal are subject to local Portuguese employment law as well as internal regulations in force at any given time.
The successful candidate will be subject to a professional background and security clearance and must have pre-existing work authorisation for Portugal in order to apply.
All applicants should have the right to live and work in Portugal. The British Embassy does not sponsor work permits.
The Embassy will not consider applications from existing staff who have not successfully completed their probation period or, in the case of staff on temporary contract who have not yet completed two thirds of their contract.
British Embassy Lisbon offers a supportive environment for its team, including flexible working opportunities, a rich learning and training offering and a focus on individual development.
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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 for more information on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages: Learning, Teaching, Assessment levels please click on the following link CEFR. Please bear in mind in case you are invited for an interview your language skill is going to be assessed.
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