View Vacancy - Ukraine Defence and Security Advisor (UKR22.623) - Internal Only

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Department for International Trade roles (DIT)
Department for International Trade (DIT)

This is a fantastic role leading on the defence and security sectors for the Department for International Trade (DIT) team at the British Embassy in Kyiv. Supporting Ukraine in defending its territorial integrity and independence has been a longstanding priority for the UK government. The devastating conflict that began with Russia’s invasion on 24th February 2022 has seen an increase in Ukraine’s requirements to defend itself and its population; and a corresponding need for even sharper support from the UK and other international partners. The outcome will be central to regional security and stability across the region, and will have wider implications for the international rules based system..

DIT will play an important role in contributing to Ukraine’s security and ability to defend itself - by identifying and working with UK companies who can help meet Ukraine’s needs. This will be a busy and rewarding role, working closely with the Ukrainian government to define their requirements, and helping to coordinate resource and expertise in the UK’s defence and security sectors to meet them. The Trade Development Advisor will be responsible for developing and implementing a programme of activities to maximise British exports in the defence & security sectors. You will work closely with our Defence Attaché and their team, UK Export Finance and Defence and Security Exports in the UK; the UK defence industry, and the Ukrainian Ministries of Defence and Interior.

The ideal candidate will be highly collaborative and flexible and, importantly, focussed on delivering results. You will be an effective leader able to set clear strategic direction. You will also need to be energetic, a self-starter, able to manage yourself and the demands on you, and identify where you should best spend your time to deliver the most value to the role. You will also have strong interpersonal skills, be a clear and confident communicator, and can engage at senior levels across business and Government.

Key responsibilities include:

This is an important, and high-profile role. We will expect the successful candidate to continue DIT’s ongoing work to provide a pipeline of Defence / Security sales in Ukraine, and so the ability to innovate and drive-forward work is essential. The ability to consider facts on the ground, and turn that into insightful analysis will also be essential. The successful candidate will also need to be flexible and willing to turn their hand to any activity that HMG undertakes in the defence and security sectors in Ukraine.

  • Proficiency (spoken and written) at C1 level in English and Ukrainian 
  • University degree or equivalent working experience.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to create compelling content in English.  
  • Highly effective project management, prioritization, multi-tasking, and time management skills to meet deadlines.
  • Works independently;  Self-starting, professionalism, confident, proactive and persistence to lead and deliver activity
  • Experience of working to tight deadlines and managing uncertainty and competing priorities to achieve objectives.
  • Ability to work across teams; proven ability to build strong and effective networks and relationships with a range of stakeholders
  • Advanced computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
  • The ability to commission and analyse research, identify relevant insight that can support campaign objectives, mapping this insight to channels and audiences.
  • Industry experience 
Seeing the Big Picture, Making Effective Decisions, Delivering at Pace, Communicating and Influencing
27 November 2022
Higher Executive Officer (HEO)
Full-time, Permanent
40
Europe, Eastern Europe & Central Asia
Ukraine
Kyiv
British Embassy
1
USD
3,445.38
2 January 2022

This is a permanent contract, for 40 working hours per week including 1 hour per day for lunch.

The start date mentioned in the advert is just an expected start date. The appointment can start earlier or later depending on several factors.

British Embassy Kyiv will provide a full induction. The jobholder will have access to British Embassy Kyiv’s full learning and development offer, which includes the Foundation Programme in UK International Policy and Diplomacy and other related courses. This position provides an excellent opportunity to learn about the role of an Embassy and international relations/diplomacy in Ukraine.

All applicants should have the right to live and work in Ukraine. The British Embassy does not sponsor work permits.

The successful candidate will be subject to professional background and security clearance.

Staff recruited locally by the British Embassy in Kyiv is subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local Ukrainian employment law.

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 British Diplomatic Missions 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 refer to the “Common European Framework of Reference for Languages”. We are looking for a C1 level or equivalent. CEFR indicates Level C1 as mastery or proficiency level which 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.

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This opportunity is closed to applications.