The British Embassy in Rome is part of a world-wide network, representing British political, economic and consular interests overseas. The Embassy is now looking for a Foreign Policy Officer who will take on specific geographical and thematic portfolios and liaise with the Italian Foreign Ministry and other external influencers, such as think tanks and academics.
As a NATO and G7 partner, the Italian government is an important partner for the UK on foreign policy issues, not least on Ukraine, Libya, and the Western Balkans. The foreign policy team in Rome is central to HMG’s efforts and is in regular contact with the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and other important stakeholders.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will be expected to help deliver HMG policy objectives in Italy, on foreign and security policy, by:
The jobholder will also be asked to participate actively in the corporate work of the Embassy and contribute to other cross-cutting activities, for instance through membership of one of the staff committees.
This is a full-time 12-month contract position, graded Executive Officer (EO) according to the FCDO grading structure. The annual gross salary is € 44,690 with an additional payment of € 10.33 EDR paid 13 times per year. There are 14 salary payments in a calendar year, with double salary payments in June and December. If working less than a full calendar year, the additional salary payments will be pro-rata.
Working hours are 35 hrs per week Monday to Friday typically 09.00 – 17.00.
The appointment is subject to security clearance, professional background check and the successful completion of a five (5) month probationary period.
All staff employed by the British Embassy Rome are subject to Italian income tax rate deductions (IRPEF). However, the administration of these tax payments will vary depending on nationality.
The successful candidate will be enrolled in the Italian State Social Security Scheme. Staff recruited locally by the British Embassy in Rome are subject to terms and conditions of service according to local Italian employment law.
Visa/work permit requirements: Candidates must currently hold the independent right to live and work in Italy and be prepared to ensure that right remains throughout the scope of the contract.
Please note that it is your responsibility to ensure you meet the legal requirements to live and work in this country.
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/British Consulate General 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.
* Please note Common European Framework of Reference for Languages: Learning, Teaching, Assessment indicates Level C1 as proficiency Level which comprehends that a person can understand a wide range of demanding, longer texts, and recognise implicit meaning. Can express him/herself fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching for expressions. Can use language flexibly and effectively for social, academic and professional purposes. Can produce clear, well-structured, detailed text on complex subjects, showing controlled use of organisational patterns, connectors and cohesive devices. For more information, please click on the following link CEFR. Please bear in mind in case you are invited for an interview your languages skills are going to be assessed.
This opportunity is closed to applications.
