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The British Embassy in Doha is part of a worldwide network that represents political, economic, security and consular interests overseas. We are looking for a Government Relations Officer ,job grade Administrative Assistant (AA).
British Embassy Doha
72 of us, of many different nationalities and backgrounds, work together at the British Embassy in Doha to make the United Kingdom more prosperous and more secure, and to give consular assistance to British citizens who need their Government’s help. The Corporate Services section is at the heart of the Embassy, responsible for many operations from recruitment, IT, finance, estates management and so on.
Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO)
We pursue our national interests and project the UK as a force for good in the world. We promote the interests of British citizens, safeguard the UK’s security, defend our values, reduce poverty and tackle global challenges with our international partners.
FCDO brings together the best of Britain’s international effort and demonstrates the UK acting as a force for good in the world. We employ around 17,300 staff in our diplomatic and development offices worldwide in 280 overseas embassies and high commissions.
Main purpose of job:
The purpose of this role is to enable staff of the British Embassy to obtain the necessary permissions to live, work, and perform their duties, as well as to assist the Embassy and its visitors in conducting their business in Qatar.
The jobholder will be responsible for the delivery of effective government relations duties. This is a challenging role that requires excellent interpersonal and customer handling skills. You will be responsible for making applications to and liaising with a wide range of Qatar government authorities.
You will be a strong team player and will work closely with colleagues within the Protocol & Government Relations Department and Corporate Services Department.
The role will report to the HR/Logistics Lead /Protocol Lead within the Corporate Services Team.
Duties and responsibilities:
The above list is not exhaustive, and the jobholder will be required to be flexible and take on other ad hoc tasks as required, including participating in the Embassy’s emergency planning and any other response to a crisis. The job description may be reviewed to meet changes in business needs.
Candidates will need to demonstrate the following Key Behaviours and Diversity & Inclusion during the interview:
Key Behaviours
Diversity and Inclusion:
The British Embassy Doha has a zero-tolerance approach to any form of bullying, harassment or discrimination and is fully committed to ensuring a safe and inclusive work environment for all.
We are committed to valuing diversity and to equality of opportunity. Our aim is to create and promote an environment in which all staff are treated fairly and with respect and feel able to contribute to the best of their abilities.
Essential qualifications, skills and experienceEligibility:
If you are selected for this position, we will be able to employ you as long as you:
Working Hours and Remuneration:
The British Embassy offers a competitive remuneration package, including non-negotiable salary of QR 9,468 per calendar month and transportation allowance of QR 800 per calendar month, paid in arrears. No accommodation and relocation expenses are payable in connection with this position.
This position is for a full-time employment, on a fixed-term basis for two (2) years, subject to six (6) months’ probationary period. The contract may be renewed, subject to satisfactory performance and on on-going business requirement.
Conditioned working hours is 38 hours per week. Embassy working hours are 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. from Sundays to Wednesdays and 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Thursdays. Some degree of flexible working can be considered for the right candidate, however due to the customer focus of this role and interaction with the Qatari authorities we would expect the job holder to be in the office on a regular basis. Some flexibility on hours will be required including working weekends, evenings and public holidays when required.
The Embassy supports flexible working including working from home for some part of the working week and is committed to helping its staff maintain a healthy work life balance.
The Embassy has an active Continuous Professional Development Committee, and the whole of Post is committed to providing the time and resources for staff to develop professionally. The 70/20/10 learning, and development model is applied flexibility, with both internal and formal opportunities readily available.
The successful applicant will follow a formal induction schedule to support their immersion into the Embassy and there are a number of mandatory on line courses that all staff are expected to complete within their first few months, along with learning specific to areas of this role including, understanding the Embassy HR and Finance Management System (HERA).
The successful candidate will need to commence security clearance procedures through the Embassy and will be required to have or obtain the appropriate security clearance before employment commences and maintain this clearance throughout the period of employment.
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