View Vacancy - Political Analyst (Brasilia/Brazil/Political)

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Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Policy & Political roles)
Political

Main purpose of job:


This is a challenging and rewarding position in British Embassy’s Political Team with the opportunity to drive pieces of work and lead on areas of interest. The role of the jobholder is to track and report on the latest foreign policy developments in Brazil and in Latin America, working with teams across the embassy and providing advice to senior leaders. The jobholder is also responsible for overseeing financial, administrative and project support to the team, including the delivery of briefings, events, and visits. This job is ideal for candidates looking to expand their experiences and expertise on Foreign Politics. He/she will be supported with considerable learning and development opportunities.


 


Roles and responsibilities:


Monitor and report on Brazilian foreign policy, including bilateral, regional and multilateral issues;

Contribute to and lead briefings and wider research pieces;

Identify and manage key stakeholders, internally and externally, including setting-up meetings;

Assist in project implementation and delivery;

Assist in the organization of programmes and events for HMA, senior embassy staff and other visitors;

Assist in purchasing of goods and services in compliance with UK Government guidelines,  raise requisitions and pay suppliers in line with Embassy procurement system;

Provide administrative support to the political team, including managing travel and payments, making disbursements to project implementers, and updating the team’s contacts database.

  

Essential qualifications, skills and experience



  • Understanding of Brazilian foreign policy and international relations;
  • University degree.

Desirable qualifications, skills and experience  


  • Previous experience in working with international organisations and organising visits;

8 December 2019
Administrative Officer (AO)
Full-time, Permanent
36
Latin America and Spanish speaking Caribbean
Brazil
Brasilia
British Embassy
1
BRL 5535
13 January 2020
The British Embassy Network offers a strong benefits package. This package includes generous vacation and leave time, flexible working patterns, and an enriching learning and development opportunities. Eligibility to work and live in Brazil is required.

Applications in English should be submitted in the form of a covering letter (max. 2 pages) setting out why you want the job and what value you would bring, together with a CV (max. 2 pages) and two references.


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This opportunity is closed to applications.