View Vacancy - Locally Engaged Entry Clearance Officer – UKVI,New Delhi
Main purpose of job:
As an Entry Clearance Officer (ECO), you will play an important role in ensuring that the immigration regulations are correctly and fairly applied to all applications for a UK visa so that only those who qualify are able to enter the UK.
ECO’s are expected to analyse information to make decisions which can sometimes be complex to ensure that a modern, efficient and courteous service is delivered within agreed standards.
Please note: The role will involve access to and handling of classified or sensitive commercial information therefore, Applicant must already hold a minimum of the UK’s SC level of clearance or be able to achieve it.
Because of the security clearance requirement mentioned above, only nationals of the following countries are eligible to apply:
UK or other EU country, Canada, Australia, USA, New Zealand.
Essential skills/qualifications:
- Computer literate; able to use the basic desktop functions (e.g. Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Explorer)
- Accurate typing skills of at least 30 words per minute.
- Pass a comprehensive 2 week ECO training course on receipt of security clearance. The course will likely be held in New Delhi at the British Embassy.
Language requirements:
Language: English
Level of language required: Fluent written and spoken
SALARY PACKAGE
For British High Commission (BHC) candidates, the Local Staff BHC Terms & Conditions will apply.
Salary will be Rs 53,358 per month together with Specialist Skill Allowance (120% of Basic), 80% Security Allowance and an additional allowance of 18% in lieu of Provident Fund and Special Allowance/Superannuation Fund
For British High Commission (BHC) candidates, the Local Staff BHC Terms & Conditions will apply.
Notional tax will be deducted if you are not liable to pay local tax.
The BHC is recognised as a good employer, with a robust, fair and transparent.We have a 5-day working week, plus annual leave, public holidays,leave provision; 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:
- Complete the Online Job Application Form
- Attach a detailed CV
- While applying for this position, upload the appraisal forms for the previous 2 years (if applicable).
- Complete this duly filled Pre Employment Questionnaire
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.
The role will involve access to and handling of classified or sensitive commercial information therefore, Applicant must already hold a minimum of the UK’s SC level of clearance or be able to achieve it. Because of the security clearance requirement only nationals of the following countries are eligible to apply:
UK ,Canada, Australia, USA, New Zealand. British citizens must have been resident in the UK for at least two of the previous 10 years.
However, applications will be considered from candidates working overseas for HM Government in the past ten years or who already hold adequate security clearance.
Applicants who do not meet this criterion will not be considered.
Employment will be offered only after appropriate level of UK standard security clearance is received.No relocation, housing or any other related costs or assistance will be provided
Security restrictions:
Because of the security clearance requirement only nationals of the following countries are eligible to apply:
UK or other EU country, Canada, Australia, USA, New Zealand.
Security restrictions:
Because of the security clearance requirement only nationals of the following countries are eligible to apply:
UK or other EU country, Canada, Australia, USA, New Zealand.
British citizens must have been resident in the UK for at least two of the previous 10 years However, applications will be considered from candidates working overseas for HM Government in the past ten years or who already hold adequate security clearance.
Important information:
ALL applicants must have permission to work in India by obtaining the relevant work visa. Evidence of your nationality and permission to work in India must be sent with your application form, for example, photocopies of the details page of your passport and/or visa. Work permits will need to be obtained prior to arrival direct from the Indian High Commission in UK, however, HR department will assist with this.
Employment will be offered only after appropriate level of UK standard security clearance is received, an interview for which will take place in New Delhi, or Chennai. You will therefore need to be present in India to begin this process. Successful completion of a three week assessed training course is also essential and as noted above will be held in New Delhi. The onus to apply for a Work Permit is with the applicant, you can re-claim one time visa cost after visa is issued, and after you start work.
Please state on your application form whether you are applying for a permanent/Fixed term or Temporary contract. If you are applying for a Temporary contract, please also state your availability.
Applicants who do not meet the above criterion will not be considered.
This opportunity is closed to applications.
