Who we are: 

The British Embassy in Kazakhstan is part of a world-wide network, representing British political, economic, trade, and consular interests overseas, and is now looking for a Trade Assistant and Events Manager, on a maternity cover contract (at least 9 months).

Why should you apply? 

Are you a team player who would like to work in a diverse team within a fast-moving and exciting environment?  

This is an international role, and you will have a chance to work within a central team in Embassy Trade team and in partnership with local and international stakeholders across our Embassies. 

We are offering you the opportunity to be part of a friendly and supportive working environment with opportunities for personal growth. 

What is this role all about? 

The main focus of the job is to organize official visits and commercial events and assist with trade enquiries from UK businesses. This will include wide range of logistical support, providing translation services and providing support to the Embassy Trade team. In addition, the post holder will develop and maintain local contacts in relevant state and private sector authorities. 

Main responsibilities will include: 

• Organisation of all aspects of high-level visits and Missions to Kazakhstan by UK officials and companies.
• Support the team in organising its major trade events. Tasks will include liaising with hosts and partners for the events, sponsors and participants, as well as other administrative and logistical arrangements.
• Support in organising and hosting official Embassy events and other receptions;
• Assist the team in meetings and visits to external contacts by writing / translating business and visa support letters;
• General support in relation to UK Trade & Investment work for UK companies – tailored market research services, event organisation and market visit programme organisation
• Liaise with official/business contacts and customers in the UK and Kazakhstan, e.g. responding to routine enquiries, requesting further information or chasing up replies;
• Carry out a range of delegated tasks, such as data entry, collating statistics, conducting research and contributing to reports and briefings compiled by the team;
• Perform other ad hoc administrative support duties.

• Fluency in English and Russian, both written and spoken (minimum of C1 CEFR framework level language*);
• Kazakh (written and spoken, minimum of B2 level for CEFR framework*);
• An enthusiastic team player with personal drive and excellent customer service;
• High detail-orientation and organizational skills;
• High proficiency in MS Office applications;
• Attention to customer care and respecting deadlines;
• At least 2 years of work experience of project or event management.