View Vacancy - Manager of Governor’s Office

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Governor's Office
Private Office

Main purpose of job:


The Governor’s Office has a vacancy for the post of Manager of Governor’s Office. The post holder will be a part of a small team working in the Governor’s Office and will play a crucial role in supporting the Head of Governor’s Office with the day to day management of the office. The post holder will be expected to work closely with the Foreign and Commonwealth Office, SHG officials and a wide range of non-government organisations (NGOs).


 


Roles and responsibilities:


Project Leadership

    


Finance and budgeting – Administration of the Local Budget and finances including drafting of the budget; processing all account payments; compilation of Post’s Manual Account; processing other FCO project payments, as necessary;


General administration - Including managing leave and travel claims for FCO personnel; making travel arrangements for FCO staff; managing FCO shared area;


Political and Consular - Provide consular support, eg compilation of Apostilles; supporting with official functions hosted by the Governor; Liaison Officer for visits from British, foreign, civilian and naval vessels; Liaison officer for FCO Administrators on Ascension and Tristan da   Cunha; Manage and maintain programmes for visiting FCO and other FCO sponsored personnel;


Operational – Manage all estates occupied by FCO; diplomatic mail; Management of all biometric applications;


 


Oversee all Honours submissions;


 


Programme Manager for the Chevening Programme.


 


Essential on arrival: Ability to manage workload effectively and deliver results swiftly whilst maintaining quality; understanding of finance, budgeting, procurement, and risk management preferred; have good verbal and written communications; a valid driving licence

Desirable: Knowledge and experience in accounting


17 February 2019
Executive Officer (EO)
Full-time, Permanent
35
Americas, Caribbean & Overseas Territories
Saint Helena
Jamestown
British Government Office
1
£16,259 annual salary + 9% Employer pension contribution £1,463.31
15 April 2019

There will be plenty of opportunities for learning and development including on the job training as well as to FCO courses overseas. Online training through Civil Service Learning will also be available. The Governor’s Office is a supportive and friendly place to work, and supporting staff to develop relevant skills and experience is a high priority.


 


A sub-tropical island of spectacular and beautiful landscapes in the South Atlantic with a warm and friendly population of 4,500, St Helena is a self-governing Overseas Territory of the UK. St Helena is part of the Territorial Grouping of St Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha. With a unique culture and friendly people the island is a gem in the South Atlantic. It is home to Jonathan the tortoise, the world’s oldest land animal, as well as other unique fora and flora.


 


You will be based within the Governor’s Office, in the Castle, but will work closely with Foreign and Commonwealth Office colleagues in London as well as SHG offiicials. You will report to the Policy Officer and your countersigning officer will be the Head of Governor’s Office.


 


The Governor’s Office offers a competitive remuneration package including salary, generous leave entitlement, flexible working patterns, medical package for staff and opportunities for learning and development.


 


Staff recruited locally by the Governor’s Office are subject to local employment terms and conditions according to St Helena employment law and Foreign & Commonwealth Office guidance for local staff.


 


The posts we offer are not an entry point into the UK’s Diplomatic Service.


 


The Governor’s Office is an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to inclusivity, environmental awareness, a diverse workforce and valuing difference.


 


Further Information


 


Please submit a CV and a cover letter by 17 February 2019.


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This opportunity is closed to applications.