The Royal Norwegian Embassy in Dhaka is looking for a dynamic and experienced professional to manage the Ambassador’s office, schedules, travels, visits, and correspondence. The successful candidate must be an excellent organizer and communicator with a proactive and friendly attitude. S/he should be good at multitasking and following up on matters with limited direction. S/he must also be able to keep an overview and move tasks along, even under pressure.
Main job responsibilities
- Manage the Ambassador’s office by organizing schedules
- Handle all correspondence with authorities, partners and others
- Opening and distributing incoming mail
- Make arrangements for the Ambassador’s travels and visits
- Liaise with other parts of the Embassy, and with the other Nordic Embassies, for planning and preparing internal events, as well as the Ambassador’s participation in external events
- As contact point for the Ambassador’s involvement, ensure timely preparation and follow-up of events and appointments
- Provide information and advice concerning protocol, local circumstances, language and culture.
- Maintain the Embassy’s lists of contacts
- In addition, perform other tasks that may be confided to him/her by the Ambassador, mostly in the consular and administrative areas
Professional pre-requisites
- Minimum graduate-level degree
- Minimum five years working experience in a similar role
- Excellent command of English, both oral and written
- Excellent command of the MS Office suit
- Oriented towards efficiency, problem solving and being a good team player
- Outstanding communication and cooperation skills
- Extensive knowledge of national entities, authorities, civil society and business communities
The Embassy can offer a stimulating work environment in pleasant surroundings at the Common Nordic Embassy and a competitive remuneration package.
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To take advantage of this career opportunity, apply online with your motivation letter (not more than 300 words), a CV with at least two references, or e-mail to: recruitpa@proedge-asso.com by 14th February 2016. Mark the subject line with “Personal Assistant to the Ambassador”. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted and called for interview. |
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