Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Policy & Political roles)
Global Issues Team
Main purpose of job:
Working in the newly created Digital & Data Policy team, to research the digital and data policy landscape in Japan; build stakeholder relationships; support the head of team.
The Digital and Data Policy Team (part of the Global Challenges Team) will lead on digital and data policy for the Japan Network. This is a fast moving, crosscutting, strategically important area. You will help develop our understanding of Japan’s approach to digital and data issues; expand the UK-Japan digital and data relationship; help showcase UK strengths. You will manage relationships with Japanese and UK interlocutors and work with other teams in the Embassy, including contributing to policy, cyber security, trade, investment and market access objectives. You will also support the UK-Japan Free Trade Agreement implementation and CPTPP negotiations. As this is a newly created team, you will have opportunities to help shape the scope of activities. You will also need to be flexible as priorities may change.
Roles and responsibilities / what will the jobholder be expected to achieve?:
Research and liaison
- Research Japan’s policy and activity on digital and data issues. Contribute to written reports on the sector
- Liaise with UK and Japanese stakeholders, including in government; companies; and academia to promote greater understanding, sharing of information and UK expertise. This will involve external visits, and may require some occasional evening work (e.g. in order to facilitate contact with colleagues in the UK).
- Support UK-Japan Free Trade Agreement implementation.
Visit and event support
- Support for Ministerial visits and other events when required – logistical support in arranging transport, booking venues, arranging invitations, co-ordinating with and paying suppliers and supporting physical set-up such as manning a reception desk during events. Due to Covid-19, virtual visit programmes may be required.
Admin and translation support for the Digital & Data team
- Translate/interpret for Digital & Data Policy lead, where required.
- Keep databases updated; prepare guest lists; contribute to budget management.
- Other activities as required by the Digital & Data Policy lead or other members of the department.
Crisis Work and other roles
- Every member of the Embassy has a crisis role. You will be expected to do work outside of your normal duties in the event of a crisis such as a major earthquake. You may also be asked to take on roles related to the Tokyo Olympics. Volunteering for a corporate role is encouraged.
- Knowledge and experience of digital and/or data sectors.
- Strong IT skills (including standard Microsoft Office software).
Language requirements:
Language: Japanese
Level of language required: Native or very high degree of fluency
Language: English
Level of language required: Business/fluent
- Knowledge and experience of digital and/or data sectors.
- Strong IT skills (including standard Microsoft Office software).
Seeing the Big Picture, Collaborating and Partnering, Managing a Quality Service, Delivering at Pace
20 July 2021
A2 (L)
Full-time, Fixed term, with possibility of renewal
35
Asia Pacific
Japan
Tokyo
British Embassy
1
361,591
1 September 2021
30 September 2022
Learning and development opportunities (and any specific training courses to be completed):
The British Embassy offers comprehensive learning and development opportunities that will be available to the jobholder. We regularly run both work area specific training, as well as more general skills development in project management, finance, and leadership. Each year the job holder will be encouraged to use 5 development days to pursue job related and personal development goals.
All staff are required to take a role in the embassy’s crisis preparation and response. Full training will be provided for this and regular opportunities will be available to test and develop your skills.
Any other information (or specific local Post requirements):
Employment offers are subject to successful clearance of pre-employment and security checks. Staff who are locally recruited by the British Embassy are subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local employment law.
No accommodation or relocation expenses are payable in connection with this position. All candidates must be legally able to work and reside in the country of the vacancy with the correct visa/work permit status or demonstrate eligibility to obtain the relevant permit. Any costs related to obtaining or renewing permits and visas are the responsibility of the successful applicant.
This position is being advertised as a 12 months fixed-term position in Tokyo, and will be extended subject to performance and availability of funding.
Working patterns:
Due to the current situation with coronavirus, most staff work from home the majority of the time but we expect working patterns to return. Whilst the job is largely Tokyo-based and in-person calls will be required, flexibility on hours or location can be considered.
Please note that the deadline for applications is 23:55 on the day mentioned in the above field “Application deadline”.
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