Senior Political Officer – Maternity Leave Cover (SVK24.068)

Job title:

Senior Political Officer – Maternity Leave Cover (SVK24.068)

Company

HM Government

Job description

1

Who are we:

The British Embassy in Slovakia is part of a worldwide network representing British political, economic and consular interests overseas and is now looking for a Senior Political Officer to join our team, for a maternity leave cover.

Why should you apply:

To provide high quality analysis, reporting, and policy advice to the Ambassador, Deputy Head of Mission and Head of Political on internal political developments in Slovakia, in support of the Country Business Plan goals, to strengthen the UK-Slovakia bilateral relationship.

What will you be expected to achieve:

The main responsibilities of the position are as follows, although the job holder may at times be required to take on other tasks and roles as required:

To monitor Slovakia’s internal domestic politics, particularly parliamentary politics; producing regular reports on significant developments;

To develop and maintain a wide range of contacts in relevant Government institutions, political parties, parliament, think-tanks, and NGOs, engaging with them regularly and proactively to ensure you are abreast of emerging developments;

To produce political analysis, working closely with colleagues in the political, trade and defence sections to ensure they are aware of emerging developments which impact on their policy areas and contribute to these reports where necessary;

To collaborate effectively with colleagues in our embassies across the region, in the UK, and other diplomatic missions to update colleagues on the latest developments in Slovakia;

To work with colleagues across the embassy to develop and manage programmes for inward and outward visits;

To lobby in support of core UK values and priorities, including the enhancement of the UK’s bilateral relationship with Slovakia, identifying, pursuing, and recommending opportunities to further strengthen it. * Support for specific, UK funded project work to be determined.

Essential qualifications, skills and experience 1

Our ideal candidate will possess:

Strong experience in analytical and reporting work, ideally in Government affairs / journalism, lobbying or policy making;

Excellent analytical abilities: sound judgment and the ability to use evidence to develop accurate and expert advice; and to scan the political context to identify salient developments;

Excellent networking skills, an ability to develop and maintain contacts in both the public and private sectors; and strong influencing / persuasion skills;

Positive, proactive attitude and ability to work both independently and in team, and to create professional and trusting working relationships with a wide range of people both internally and externally;

Excellent communication skills both written and oral to a wide range of stakeholders at all levels – including confidence when engaging senior interlocutors and an ability to communicate with clarity, conviction and enthusiasm;

Flexibility, resilience, patience, a strong team-player, and the ability to deal with difficult situations with a level of discretion and responsibility; * Strong IT skills, particularly Outlook, Word and Excel.

Desirable qualifications, skills and experience 1

It will be a plus:

Prior experience in parliament, government, journalism or other embassy.

Prior experience in policy making.

Prior experience in presenting to large groups of people.

Required behaviours 1

Seeing the Big Picture, Making Effective Decisions, Delivering at Pace, Communicating and Influencing

Application deadline 1

7 March 2024

Grade 1

Higher Executive Officer (HEO)

Type of Position 1

Full-time, Fixed term, with possibility of renewal

Working hours per week 1

36.5

Region 1

Europe, Eastern Europe & Central Asia

Country/Territory 1

Slovakia

Location (City) 1

Bratislava

Type of Post 1

British Embassy

Number of vacancies 1

1

Salary Currency 1

EUR

Salary 1

EUR 2,789 month/gross paid 13 times annually

Start Date 1

15 April 2024

Other benefits and conditions of employment 1

This is a full-time, fixed term position for the period of representation during maternity leave (expected period of 1 year), with a probation period of 3 months.

The monthly salary for this position is € 2,789 gross, payable 13 times a year.

The successful candidate/s will be subject to confirmation of a background check and security clearance.

All applicants should have the right to live and work in Slovakia. The British Embassy does not sponsor for work permits.

Staff recruited locally by the British Embassy in Slovakia are subject to terms and conditions of service according to Slovak Labour Law.

Visa / Passport requirements: Candidates must currently hold the independent right to live and work in Slovakia and be prepared to ensure that right remains throughout the scope of the contract.

Additional information 1

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.

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Expected salary

€2789 per month

Location

United Kingdom

Job date

Fri, 23 Feb 2024 06:46:43 GMT

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