Other British Government Departments (Partners across Government, including UK Visas)
MOD (Ministry of Defence)
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.
Please Note: This position is open only for ‘Five Eyes’ applicants who are British, US, Canadian, Australian or New Zealand nationals (not dual citizens) due to security clearances required.
Main purpose of job:
To support the Defence Section by organising and facilitating the deployment of personnel involved in Defence Engagement and ensuring the smooth day to day running of the office and visit programmes.
Roles and Responsibilities:
The main duties will include:
- The production of routine Defence Section correspondence.
- Managing Defence Section electronic diary.
- Compiling visit programmes.
- Discrete information handling and data base management as directed by the Defence Adviser.
- Collating and analysing data, compiling briefs and reports.
- The co-ordination of all travel and meetings for the Defence Adviser and visitors from MOD, including transport bookings.
- Assist with the flight bookings and associated travel and accommodation arrangements for Bangladesh military personnel attending courses in the UK and elsewhere as part of the Defence Relations Activity Programme.
- The provision of social secretarial duties, writing of invitation cards and compilation of guest lists and collation of replies.
- Maintaining an electronic and paper filing system; archives; and scanning appropriate documentation.
- In the absence of the Defence Section Support Officer, running the DIPCLEAR programme for all RAF flights entering/departing Bangladesh.
- Providing cover for the Defence Section Support Officer during leave periods, including compiling monthly financial returns.
- Any other appropriate duties as detailed by the Defence Adviser or Defence Section support Officer.
- Support Defence Section activities outside of normal working hours as and when required (infrequent).
- Support UK defence sales and Bangladesh military tendering opportunities, working with DIT.
What we do:
Engaging with Bangladesh military, maintaining and developing good working relationships. Assisting in the training, education and procurement of the Bangladesh military.
What we want from you?
The successful candidate will be someone who:
- Meets the mandatory ‘Five Eyes’ security clearance checks to operate in a confidential area.
- Has, preferably, previous knowledge or experience of working within a military environment.
- Has an excellent command of written and spoken English.
- Has good IT skills and is competent in working with Microsoft Office Applications.
- Uses initiative.
- Can plan and prioritize effectively.
- Organises own work and files methodically.
- Is able to work well as part of a small team.
- Has protocol awareness.
- Has understanding of analysis of information from multiple sources to produce recommendations.
- Is prepared to do other work in support of the British High Commission.
Language requirements:
Language: English
Level of language required: Excellent proficiency
Please Note:
This position is open only for ‘Five Eyes’ applicants who are British, US, Canadian, Australian or New Zealand nationals (not dual citizens) due to security clearances required.
EDUCATION:
Minimum of GCSE education or equivalent and proven competency in IT.
EXPERIENCE:
- Has, preferably, previous knowledge or experience of office management
- Knowledge or experience of working within military environment may be useful.
Changing and Improving, Collaborating and Partnering, Managing a Quality Service, Engaging Internationally
9 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.
Please Note: This position is open only for ‘Five Eyes’ applicants who are British, US, Canadian, Australian or New Zealand nationals (not dual citizens) due to security clearances required.
We will accept only online applications by “9 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.
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, medical, educational and professional.
We welcome all applications irrespective of age, race, colour, gender, disability, sexual orientation, religion, belief or creed. We are also open to applications from people who want to work flexibly.
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