View Vacancy - Local Liaison Assistant (NCA) for Ankara (TUR18.560)
The British Embassy in Ankara is part of a worldwide network representing British political, economic and consular interests overseas and is looking for a Local Liaison Assistant to support core business of the National Crime Agency (NCA) International Network.
The purpose of this role is to provide flexible support, linguistic skills and cultural advice to the NCA International Liaison Officer (ILO) network in Turkey. Success will be measured by assisting delivery on NCA priority threat areas, including organised immigration crime and migration. The role will require building skills and knowledge on key areas, as well as facilitating excellent bilateral cooperation with partners in host law enforcement and judiciary. Sound strategic knowledge of the threat from organised immigration crime in Turkey and migration routes into and through Turkey will be expected to be developed. Practical support to ILOs will also be required in the form of administrative, written and linguistic duties.
In more detail, main responsibilities will include:
- Regular meetings with hosts throughout Turkey, particularly within Ankara. Translate documents and provide interpretive support at meetings and other engagements;
- Provide administrative support to the organised immigration crime lead officer as required. Maintain project filing system that is thorough, retrievable and auditable. Supply logistical support for visiting officers, and assist visits by Turkish officers to the UK;
- Make enquiries and exchange information with host law enforcement agencies in response to incoming information and ongoing joint co-operation. Liaise with partners across government within the British Embassy (Ankara). Consulate (Istanbul), general Mission staff and foreign law enforcement liaison officers;
- Undertake extensive analysis, research and development on intelligence received from NCA and hosts on priority threat areas. Develop in-depth strategic and tactical knowledge of these. Develop in-depth knowledge of Turkish legislation surrounding organised crime;
- Support Project Management and delivery;
- Provide on call support (out of hours) to NCA office and Turkey ILO network as required.
- Fluency in English and Turkish (both oral and written);
- Ability to interpret and translate varied and technical documents from Turkish to English and vice versa;
- Ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines and find flexible innovative solutions;
- Ability to regularly travel and attend meetings in Turkey and Europe, often at short notice;
- Strong IT skills (including MS Office).
- Previous professional experience within an overseas mission, international projects or policing organisations;
- Experience of managing staff and have proven leadership skills;
- University degree or equivalent.
This is a two years fixed-time contract, for 5 working days (36.25 hours net) per week.
The annual salary for this position is 17,371.29 USD gross (will be paid pro rata) A2 level, in addition to the annual responsibility allowance of 6,469.63 USD and the annual on-call allowance of 3,099.32 USD. Please note that staff members are responsible for paying any income tax required by local law.
All applicants should have the right to live and work in Turkey. The British Embassy does not sponsor for work permits.
The successful candidate will be subject to professional background check, security clearance and a probation period of 2 months.
Staff recruited locally by the British Embassy in Ankara are subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local Turkish employment law.
British Diplomatic Missions are equal opportunities employers, dedicated to inclusivity, a diverse workforce and valuing difference. We are committed to developing a learning organisation that enhances business performance, maximises our staff’s potential and encourages staff innovation and development.
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 will not be able to meet the travel costs incurred when travelling to the interview, nor the costs connected with relocation if offered a job.
This opportunity is closed to applications.