View Vacancy - Events and Outreach Officer, Communications and Engagement team (FRA25.154)

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

The British Embassy in Paris is part of the UK Government’s global network, dedicated to promoting British political and economic interests in France and providing consular support to British nationals living in or visiting the country. As part of the Public Diplomacy team within the Communications & Engagement department, the Events & Outreach Officer will play a key role in strengthening Franco-British relations through impactful events, campaigns, and partnerships. The role offers an opportunity to contribute to the Embassy’s outreach efforts both in-person and online, working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Public Diplomacy Activities

  • Collaborate with colleagues to design and deliver activities that promote the Embassy’s Public Diplomacy objectives, ensuring maximum visibility and engagement both in-person and online.
  • Contribute to creative content production, including visuals for events and campaigns, and support promotion through social media and other channels.
  • Identify and develop partnerships to enhance the Embassy’s visibility and influence in France.

Event Organisation

  • Organise and deliver events as required, ensuring they are planned and executed in line with the Embassy’s objectives, budget, and priorities.
  • Provide on-the-ground support during events and handle post-event follow-up, such as drafting thank-you letters, creating social media posts, and reconciling budgets.

 Public Diplomacy Thematic Activities

  • Organise campaigns that align with our business plan priorities, such as the Ambassador for a Day program focused on Gender Equality, or the Embassy’s Green Week initiative addressing Climate Change.   

Outreach and Youth Engagement

  • Support the implementation of the Embassy’s Youth Engagement Strategy, building relationships with schools, associations, and other organisations across France to foster connections with young audiences.
  • Identify and establish new contacts with institutions and stakeholders to expand the Embassy’s outreach network.

Secretariat and Governance Support

  • Serve as the secretariat for the Soft Power Board and the Programme Governance Board, managing logistics such as scheduling meetings, sending invitations, and writing minutes.

Adaptability and Collaboration

  • Work flexibly to adapt to changing priorities and Embassy needs, providing support across the Communications & Engagement department.
  • Join the daily press review rota and assist with translations of written materials into French as needed.
  • Provide support to other teams as required eg additional support on social media and other ad hoc events (eg large commemorations/visits).

Events organization in support of communications and engagement objectives – (Approximately 85% of your time)

  • Assist Public Diplomacy team across all stages of the event planning cycle, working with internal and external partners/suppliers to deliver successful, timely and budgeted events. Support the team on the day of the event (this requires flexibility in working patterns) and ensure a proper follow up (Thank you letters, posts on SM, budget reconciliation). 
  • Work on database of targeted contacts in different sectors of activities.
  • Lead on GREAT activities for the Public Diplomacy team. Secure and manage GREAT funds by writing up and submitting GREAT bids, coordinate with teams, organise funded activities, and prepare post-activity reports, liaising with all France network involved team (Visit Britain, British Council…). Track finances, budgets and evaluations.
  • Innovate British Embassy’s social media presence. Propose new activities and content.
  • Manage communication with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Work closely with Media team to ensure campaigns and events are communicated appropriately. 
  • Identify and develop partnerships to extend the France Network’s knowledge of, and impact and visibility in, France.

Wider team support – (Approximately 15% of your time)

  • Taking part in the section’s press review rota, which involves summarizing news articles.
  • Supporting with translations from English into French, for example tweets, press notices etc.

Essential qualifications, skills and experience

The ideal candidate will have proven experience in event planning and delivery, with strong communication and interpersonal skills that enable them to build and maintain effective relationships with diverse stakeholders.

They should bring a creative approach to social media content and visual design, alongside excellent organisational and project management skills that allow them to prioritise tasks and work under pressure.

Financial and budget management experience is essential, as is flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and support cross-departmental work.

Fluency in English and French, both written and spoken, is required 

  • Experience in events organisation
  • Fluent English and French (both written and spoken). 
  • Good budget management
  • Strong interest in Culture, Sports, Education, LGBTQIA+ rights, Sustainability.

Digital Management

  • Good understanding of social media strategies for rolling out Public Diplomacy activities and campaigns over multiple channels (website, Facebook, X, Instagram, LinkedIn).

Desirable Skills:

  • Video editing skills using Adobe Premiere Pro or similar, photo editing skills using Photoshop or similar, experience using editing software like InDesign, Illustrator, Spark or online tools such as Canva.
  • Experience in filming and editing high quality photographs and videos.
  • Knowledge of the Franco-British relationship and cultural context is advantageous. Experience with digital design tools and platforms, as well as an understanding of the UK Government’s GREAT campaign or similar initiatives, will be beneficial.
  • Interest in international relations and in particular French and British current affairs.

 

Changing and Improving, Communicating and Influencing, Delivering at Pace, Working Together
19 May 2025
Administrative Officer (AO)
Full-time, Fixed term, with possibility of renewal
35 hours net/ per week
Europe, Eastern Europe & Central Asia
France
Paris
British Embassy
1
EUR
€ 3,834.00 (gross) monthly
monthly
1 July 2025

This is a full time, one year with possibility of becoming a permanent contract. The position is based on a 35/H week. This role requires occasional work outside regular office hours to support events and activities. Candidates should be prepared to work flexibly in line with Embassy needs.

Our team works flexibly, including some time working remotely. However, in line with current policy, the job holder will be expected to be in the office at least 60% of the week – and more often when required e.g. during events or when filming is required.

All appointments are subject to professional background check satisfactory security clearance. The successful applicant will be required to provide a copy of his/her passport or national identity card for all nationalities held, an up-to-date criminal record (casier judiciaire) for recent countries of residence (which can be obtained online at https://www.cjn.justice.gouv.fr/cjn/b3/eje20), two written proofs of address (utility invoices and/or bank statements) and two references.

Staff recruited locally by the British Embassy in France are subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local French employment law and FCDO guidance for Local Staff. The posts we offer are not an entry point into the UK’s Diplomatic Service.

Your application will only be considered if you follow the guidance below:

  • Your application must be sent in English only.
  • Your application must clearly indicate all nationalities you hold.

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

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

Visa/work permit requirements: Candidates must currently hold the independent right to live and work in France and be prepared to ensure that right remains throughout the scope of the contract.

Please note that it is your responsibility to ensure you meet the legal requirements to live and work in this country.

Learning and Development opportunities: The France Network puts a very strong emphasis on L&D and the jobholder will be able to benefit from opportunities offered by the International Academy and civil service learning, as well as informal opportunities within the Embassy on topics.

The successful applicant will be encouraged to be actively involved in the corporate life of the British Embassy, contributing to the wider objectives of the British Government’s through the France network and supporting the British Embassy’s positive working environment.

The BE Paris media team supports continuous learning and development and there are a wide range of learning opportunities available throughout the civil service. You will have opportunities to learn from your peer group across the Europe Network and by working closely with colleagues in London.

Working Pattern: The position is based on a 35- hour working week.

This is a full-time position. Our team works flexibly, including some time working remotely. However, in line with current policy, the job holder will be expected to be in the office at least 60% of the week – and more often when required e.g. during events or when filming is required.

Equal employment
We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability or gender identity. We particularly encourage applications from candidates with protected characteristics. The FCDO France Network want to maximise the potential of everyone who chooses to work for us, regardless of their background.

Further information
Our recruitment process is underpinned by the principle of appointment on the basis of fair and open competition and appointment on merit, as outlined in the Civil Service Commissioners’ Recruitment Principles.

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 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 job.

*Please note for more information on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages: Learning, Teaching, Assessment  levels  please click on the following link CEFR. Please bear in mind in case you are invited for an interview your language skill is going to be assessed.

The British Embassy Paris wants to create a diverse, inclusive and friendly environment in which people can perform at their best because they feel supported; are able to be themselves in the workplace; and have opportunities to develop and grow. We want all our colleagues, regardless of grade, background or experience, to share our strong sense of purpose and ambition to deliver the best possible outcomes.  

We know that diversity of background, experience and thought will help us achieve our goals. We actively encourage applications from colleagues from Minority Ethnic and underrepresented backgrounds and from groups with protected characteristics. 

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This opportunity is closed to applications.