Learning and development opportunities

In line with the FCDO’s 70/20/10 learning approach, you will build your capability through a blend of: · 70% on-the-job learning (stretch assignments, real-time problem solving, cross-team work, exposure), · 20% learning from others (coaching, mentoring, shadowing, peer learning), and · 10% formal learning (courses, workshops, online modules through Hera Learn). You will have access to a wide range of formal learning and development opportunities through the College of British Diplomacy. This includes: · Induction and required learning to help you quickly build confidence in FCDO systems, values and ways of working. · The Foundation Programme, an introduction to core FCDO skills and knowledge. · Geographic and thematic learning, delivered through 14 faculties, offering foundation, practitioner and expert-level learning across priority areas including Development, Diplomatic Practice, Economics, Energy, Climate & Environment, States & Societies, Trade & Economic Diplomacy, among others. · Management and leadership development – from short bite-size modules to longer programmes – supporting you as you take on greater responsibility at SEO level. · Access to coaching and mentoring, including in-house and cross-government coaches, as well as structured mentoring opportunities to support your progression. · Hera Learn, the FCDO’s learning platform, where you can explore courses, events and resources aligned to your development goals. The College also works with departments, posts and learning champions to strengthen organisational learning, and you will have access to support in setting development goals, planning your learning journey, and participating in learning events

“Please ensure that your application is authentically written based on your own experiences. If AI tools are used, their usage must only be limited to specific tasks such as ensuring formatting consistency and keyword relevance. The core content, personal narratives, and responses to behaviour and skill-based questions must genuinely reflect your professional journey, experiences, and achievements. We place great importance on originality and individual effort throughout the application process. Any form of plagiarism will result in immediate disqualification.”

• Please complete the application form in full as the information provided is used during screening.
• Please ensure that your application is authentically written based on your own experiences. If AI tools are used, their usage must only be limited to specific tasks such as ensuring formatting consistency and keyword relevance. The core content, personal narratives, and responses to behaviour and skill-based questions must genuinely reflect your professional journey, experiences, and achievements. We place great importance on originality and individual effort throughout the application process. Any form of plagiarism will result in immediate disqualification
• Please check your application carefully before you submit, as no changes can be made once submitted.
• The British High Commission will never request any payment or fees to apply for a position.
•  Base salary is subject to tax and other statutory deductions
• Employees recruited locally by the British High Commission in Nairobi are subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local employment law in Kenya.
• It is essential that the applicants already have the right to live and work in Kenya without the need to apply for a work permit.
• Employees who are not liable to pay local income tax on their Mission salary may have their salaries reduced by the equivalent local income tax amount.
• Information about the Civil Service Success Profiles can be found on this link: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles. Please note:  AA=A1, AO=A2, EO=B3, HEO=C4, SEO=C5
• Reference checking and security clearances will be conducted on successful candidates and appointment is subject to that clearance.
• Please log into your profile on the application system on a regular basis to review the status of your application.
• Appointable candidates who were unsuccessful may be placed on a ‘reserve list’.  If during the reserve period of 6 months the same or a largely similar role becomes available, that role may be offered to the second or subsequent candidate”