View Vacancy - Defence Section Courses & Visa Coordinator, Grade- EO, Islamabad

The British Government is an inclusive and diversity-friendly employer.  We value difference, promote equality and challenge discrimination, enhancing our organisational capability. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law. We promote family-friendly flexible working opportunities, where operational and security needs allow.
Other British Government Departments (Partners across Government, including UK Visas)
MOD (Ministry of Defence)

Note : All applicants are required to mandatorily fill the complete online application form including the employment and educational details, experience segment and the behaviour based questions. We will be thoroughly reviewing the application forms only for all the required details. Forms that are incomplete in any respect will not be considered while shortlisting for the next stage.

This is a fixed term position for a period of 1 year.

Main purpose of job:

Act as principal Point of Contact for all official Pakistan Military visa requests to the United Kingdom.

Roles and responsibilities / what will the jobholder be expected to achieve?: 

  • Ensure efficient administration of Pakistani military personnel attending UK courses or exchange posts.
  • Liaise with UK and Pakistani military training organization, in order to maintain good working relationships and maximise the effectiveness of attendance on UK courses.
  • Manage the alumni contacts and Visa Facilitation database.
  • Act as principal Point of Contact for all official UK Military visas requests to Pakistan-engaging with Pakistani agencies, as required.
  • Manage enquiries from ex- India Army veterans and families.
  • Deputise for Defence Adviser’s PA when required.
  • Assist the Defence Adviser’s PA in the administration of Non Objection Certificates of movement of Military personnel within Pakistan.
  • Assist the Assistant Military Advisor with the upkeep of Escapade which is the tool used to programme and budget Defence Engagement activity.
  • Assist the Office Manager with the Management of the Defence Section Microsoft Teams Site.

What we do:

Represent the High Commissioner on Defence Issues within the British High Commission and support military objectives within Pakistan.

What we want from you?

Willing to work as part of a team in a busy working environment and willing to use their initiative to solve problems within their area of responsibility. Have a professional and customer focused attitude when dealing with senior Pakistan Military Officers and subordinates, when dealing with the complexities and bureaucracy of the visa process with Pakistan and United Kingdom.

Good organisational skills.

Language requirements:

Language:  English

Level of language required: Fluent (verbal & written) 

Security clearance required:

Please note: The role will involve access to and handling of classified or sensitive information. All applicants must therefore be able to achieve the UK’s SCE level of security clearance or already hold it.

Because of the security clearance requirement mentioned above, only nationals of the following countries are eligible to apply:

UK, US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, EU

However, applications will be considered from candidates working overseas for HM Government in the past ten years or who already hold adequate security clearance. In light of the tight timings ALL applicants must have permission to work in Pakistan.

Applicants who do not meet this criterion will not be considered

Understanding of UKVI procedures.
Managing a Quality Service, Delivering at Pace, Communicating and Influencing, Working Together
29 June 2023
Executive Officer (EO)
Fixed Term, Part-Time
24
12 months
South Asia & Afghanistan
Pakistan
Islamabad
British High Commission
1
PKR
PKR 102,005 per month plus Security Allowance of PKR 46,829
3 March 2023

Salary details:

For British High Commission (BHC) candidates, the Country Based Staff BHC Terms & Conditions will apply.

For other than BHC candidates, salary will be ­­­­­­PKR 102,005 per month plus Security Allowance of PKR 46,829.

The BHC is recognised as a good employer, with a robust, fair and transparent performance management & appraisal system linked to increments and staff bonuses. We have a 5-day working week, plus annual leave, public holidays, maternity leave provision, special leave, paid sick leave provision; ample development opportunities, travel opportunities, a good organisational culture, and excellent work/life balance. 

Around half of our work force is women.  We treat people with respect and equality and have a policy of zero tolerance for any form of discrimination, bullying, or harassment. 

Security clearance required:

Please note: The role will involve access to and handling of classified or sensitive information. All applicants must therefore be able to achieve the UK’s SCE level of security clearance or already hold it.

Because of the security clearance requirement mentioned above, only nationals of the following countries are eligible to apply:

UK, US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, EU

However, applications will be considered from candidates working overseas for HM Government in the past ten years or who already hold adequate security clearance. In light of the tight timings ALL applicants must have permission to work in India.

Applicants who do not meet this criterion will not be considered

’Note : All applicants are required to mandatorily fill the complete online application form including the employment and educational details, motivational segment and the competency based questions. We will be thoroughly reviewing the application forms only for all the required details. Forms that are incomplete in any respect will not be considered while shortlisting for the next stage.’’

To Apply: 

Please note applications without (a) and (b) will not be considered.

A.    Complete the Online Application Form

B.    Complete the Motivation and Competency Segment in the Online Application Form

C.   Complete this duly filled Pre Employment Questionnaire

Internal candidates applying for this position need to upload their appraisal forms for the previous 2 years (if applicable) and also inform their current line managers, else the applications will not be considered.

The position is open for full-time or part-time. We are open to applications from people who want to work flexibly.

We will accept only online applications by 29th June 2023 (latest by 23:55 hours PKT).  

Please note that all the applicants will be required to strictly adhere to the security guidelines for British High Commission.

Please be advised that the FCDO does not pay for any travel related expenses incurred in interviews, or relocation costs.

Applicants who do not have the required qualification & experience should kindly abstain from applying, as their applications will not be considered.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and no telephone enquires will be dealt with.

The appointment will be subject to Police Verification and other checks including references, medical, educational and professional.

We welcome all applications irrespective of age, race, colour, gender, disability, sexual orientation, religion, belief or creed. We are also open to applications from people who want to work flexibly.

Please be aware that you will only be able to apply to vacancies for Country Based Staff roles with the British Government through this official tal.net site (operated by Oleeo). Jobs may be advertised on third party websites, however our adverts will always link back to the official tal.net site. If you complete and send an application through any other site, we will not receive it.

This opportunity is closed to applications.