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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.
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UKVI (UK Visas and Immigration)

Length of the contract: 6 Months



MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB


As an integral part of UK Visas and Immigration, to provide support to the Entry Clearance operation in order to achieve internal and external customer service targets.



ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES


  • Registry management – ensuring all documents are filed correctly
  • Physical destruction of redundant files
  • Photocopying
  • File movement within the section
  • Distribution of mail to and from the office
  • Other support functions, depending on operational requirements




WHAT WE DO

UK Visas and Immigration is responsible for protecting the UK’s borders and managing migration to the UK.

 

Mumbai is a high profile visa department. Our team is committed to providing a first class service, balancing the need for a high level of customer service with the requirement to maintain the integrity of the immigration control. We are at the forefront of innovation, always prepared to react positively to change and try new ways of working.



WHAT WE WANT FROM YOU


  • The ability to achieve individual targets for the duties mentioned above
  • A flexible approach and willingness to take on a variety of tasks as per operational requirements
  • A positive attitude and the ability to work as part of a team
  • Effective communicators with a basic knowledge of spoken and written English
  • IT literate with experience in using Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
7 May 2017
S2
Temporary
South Asia & Afghanistan
India
Mumbai
British Deputy High Commission
1
INR
17,961
15 June 2017

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

 

For other than BHC candidates, salary will be ­­­­­­INR 17,961 per month

 

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. 

 

This is a good opportunity to be part of a strong, diverse team, working in the biggest network that FCO has anywhere across the globe.  We are aiming to make it the best.

To Apply:


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

 

(a)     Completed the Online Job Application Form

(b)     Complete the Motivation segment in the online application from (In Not more than 300 words)

(c)     Attach a detailed CV

 

Internal candidates applying for this position need to upload their appraisal forms for the previous 2 years (if applicable) else the application will not be considered.

Please note:

  • 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, 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.