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The British Government’s Embassy in Washington has an exciting opportunity for a dynamic person to join the Political Section as a Congressional Advisor. This opportunity is a rewarding role which supports and further develops the special relationship between the UK and the US, working as the key connector between the Embassy and the United States Congress, to that end the role works in support of international diplomacy in order to make a real difference globally.
The US Network offers a unique career enhancing opportunity and is committed to supporting its staff through a variety of benefits including generous leave, insurance packages and a highly competitive 401k programme. It also promotes a culture of flexibility which enables people to better maintain wellness through an excellent work/life balance approach that encompasses hybrid working, including working from home and flexible hours, where possible. In this role you would be working in a diverse international environment with UK diplomats, armed forces personnel and other country-based staff operating across the British Government’s network of Consulates and Government Offices in the United States. This network provides a platform for approximately 30 Government departments and agencies to conduct their work in the United States and is made up of over 900 staff with a rich and diverse background, skill sets, and experiences.
The Congressional Advisor will serve as the senior point person for the Embassy’s Foreign, Security & Development Section (FSDS), advising the Ambassador, DHM and FSDS policy officers on all Congressional issues in order to enable UK officials, both in the U.S. and London, to make informed decisions that help advance UK policy priorities on Capitol Hill. In addition to maintaining your own relationships on the Hill, you will be responsible for advising FSDS policy officials on how to build their relationships with key staffers and best engage with the various Congressional Committees and groupings. This role will also work in cooperation with the Embassy’s wider Congressional and Political team, ensuring the Embassy is properly represented across all policy fields.
Roles and responsibilities:
Language requirements:
Language: English
Level of language required: professional
Please note: Under US State Department requirements, the UK Government in the US may only employ, as non-diplomatic staff, persons who are US citizens, US Permanent Residents, A and NATO visa holders with EAD cards, and L2 visa holders with an up-to-date I-94 form. You may refer to our website for additional information: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/living-in-the-usa. All selected candidates are subject to background checks and will require a security clearance prior to starting work.
Communicating and Influencing, Delivering at Pace, Making Effective Decisions, Managing a Quality Service
7 July 2024
Higher Executive Officer (HEO)
Full-time, Permanent
40
Americas, Caribbean & Overseas Territories
United States
Washington
British Embassy
1
USD
$81,100 annually
26 August 2024
Benefits:
The UK Government operating in the US offers a substantial benefits package including generous leave, a choice of medical insurance, 401(k) matching up to 7%, extensive learning opportunities and a great work/life balance.
Learning and development opportunities:
The British Embassy and its US Network is committed to all employee’s ongoing learning and development needs. We offer a comprehensive platform for personalised learning for everything from soft skill development (communicating with impact, handling difficult conversations, time management) to more technical or professional skills necessary to complete your job (software training, formal qualifications etc.).
Working patterns:
The British Embassy and its US Network embraces hybrid working, allowing its staff to typically work from home 1 or 2 times a week. We are an organization that also recognises the critical value of teamwork and we embrace and endorse collaboration by ensuring that all staff attend the office flexibly yet regularly. However, as the role is outward facing, and external networking is key to success, the majority of time should be spent either in the office or on the Hill.
Appointable candidates who were unsuccessful may be placed on a ‘reserve list’. If during the reserve period of 6-12 months the same or a largely similar role becomes available, that role may be offered to the second or subsequent candidate.
Employees who are not liable to pay local income tax on their Mission salary, eg some non-local national staff and some spouses or partners of UK diplomatic staff, will have their salaries abated by an equivalent amount.
Internal candidates must inform their supervisor before they apply to a different position.
Only successful candidates will be contacted. Please no phone calls. Due to the high volume of resumes we receive, we cannot guarantee consideration of your application if the submission instructions are not properly followed.
The British Embassy is committed to a policy of equal opportunities and to creating a diverse working environment, free from discrimination, where everyone is included and treated fairly, based on merit alone. We are an equal opportunity employer, making all employment decisions without regard to race, gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, political affiliation or any other criterion protected by law.
The FCDO also operates an agile workforce. To facilitate this, you may be required to undertake other duties from time to time as we may reasonably require.
Washington
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