Political Affairs and Public Affairs Officer
Canadian Embassy / Administratörsjobb / Stockholm
Observera att sista ansökningsdag har passerat.
Visa alla administratörsjobb i Stockholm,
Solna,
Lidingö,
Sundbyberg,
Danderyd eller i
hela Sverige Visa alla jobb hos Canadian Embassy i Stockholm Summary of Duties:
Under the general direction of the Political Counsellor, the incumbent recommends and carries forward objectives, plans and implementation of visits and events to support the Embassy's Political Affairs and Public Affairs program as a member of the of the Foreign Policy and Diplomacy Service (FPDS). This requires considerable political analysis and timely reporting, as well as liaison with Swedish government officials and others stakeholders from civil society organizations. Duties also include the organization of visits and other events, in cooperation with the Communications and Public Affairs officer, of high-level visits from Canada and advocacy events in support of the Political Affairs and Public Affairs program, as well as dissemination and promotion of Canadian values and interests, through outreach, advocacy, and networking activities.
Area of selection/Eligibility:
This competition is only open to candidates who meet all of the essential qualifications, the conditions of employment and whose application is received by the closing date.
Candidates must be eligible to work in Sweden. The Embassy of Canada does not sponsor work permit on behalf of applicants.
Essential Qualifications & Screening Requirements
Candidates will initially be screened on the essential qualifications below and must demonstrate in their cover letter how they meet these criteria. Only candidates meeting these essential criteria will be considered for further assessment.
Education:
Master's degree from a recognized university with a major in a discipline related to the job requirements (e.g. political science, international relations) or an *equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience.
• "Equivalent" meaning a combined minimum of three years' post-Bachelor's Degree experience
Language:
• Fluency in English and Swedish (oral & written)
Experience:
Minimum 2 years of recent* work experience in a similar position in an office environment, either in a government or private sector organisation, with the following expertise:
• Excellent research, analytical and reporting skills in an area of expertise, such as political affairs or international relations, related to the position;
• Proven event planning and organizational experience;
• Planning and delivering advocacy campaigns;
• Public relations
• Project management
• Recent is defined as within the last 5 years.
Knowledge:
• Knowledge of Swedish media, political and economic issues
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Outlook
• Knowledge of Canadian media, political and economic issues
Ability/Competencies:
• Effective Written and Oral Communication
• Teamwork and cooperation
• Initiative
• Sound judgement
• Attention to detail
• Adaptable and flexible
• Ability to establish and maintain networks of contacts, and work with people at all levels
• Ability to set priorities and manage multiple demands
Management reserves the right to assess the knowledge, ability and skills and competency criteria using either of the following: written exam, interview and psychometric test.
Asset Qualifications
Preference may be given to candidates who have the following asset qualifications:
• Fluency in French (oral & written)
• Previous experience working in a Government or public sector environment, or with an international organization
• Existing network of Swedish contacts in Government, Parliament and civil society organisations.
Organizational Needs:
Operational Requirements:
• Ability to work occasional overtime - on weekends or after normal working hours.
• Ability to travel occasionally
• Working hours are from 08:30 to 17:00, Monday to Friday, including a one hour unpaid lunch break
Conditions of Employment:
• Eligibility to reside and work in Sweden.
• Obtain and maintain an Enhanced Reliability security screening.
How to apply
• Please click on the link
www.wfca-tpce.com and complete the online application form. Candidates are also required to upload a CV and a covering letter. Applications which do not include all of the requested documents or information will be rejected.
• Candidates must demonstrate concisely in their cover letter how they meet the essential and asset qualifications.
Important notes
• Applicants must send their C.V and a cover letter stating their interest in the position and explaining clearly how they meet both the Essential and Asset Qualifications.
• An automated acknowledgment of receipt of applications will be sent. Communication for this process will be send via e-mail, only those candidates screened-in to attend the Assessment Process will be contacted for further assessment shortly after the closing date.
• It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required.
• The results of this competition may also be used to establish an eligibility list of staff for similar openings in the Administration Section of the Embassy of Canada in (Stockholm) which might arise in the 12 months following the completion of this competition.
• Candidates in the need of any special assistance in terms of attending interviews or participating in the interview process then please let us know whilst making the application.
• Please note we do not accept paper application.
• Please note the Embassy of Canada to Sweden does not reimburse any travel costs to and from interviews nor does it reimburse any relocation costs.
Publiceringsdatum2015-04-01Arbetstider och omfattningTillsvidare
Heltid
enligt ÖK
Tillträdeenligt ÖK
ErsättningFast månads- vecko- eller timlön
Så ansöker duSista dag att ansöka är 2015-04-12
Position title: Political Affairs and Public Affairs Officer
Type: Indeterminate Employment
Department: Foreign Policy and Diplomacy Service
Number of Vacancies: 1
Job Category: Political
Level: Officer
Classification: LE-09
Salary range: SEK 552,592
Location: Stockholm, Sweden
Closing date: April 12, 2015
FöretagCanadian Embassy
AdressCanadian Embassy
Box 16129
10323 STOCKHOLM
KontorsadressKlarabergsgatan 23
Övriga kontaktuppgifterTelefonnummer: 08-4533000
Faxnummer: 08-4533016
Jobbnummer 2232426
Observera att sista ansökningsdag har passerat.