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You will be updated with latest job alerts via emailThe British Embassy Dubai is part of a worldwide network representing British Political Economic Commercial and Consular interests overseas.
The Embassy currently has a vacancy for a dynamic hardworking and trustworthy professional to join the Embassy as a Residence Assistant for the Consul Generals (CG) Residence job grade S1 on a fixed term contract for two (2) years.
As the first point of contact for all visitors to the Residence you will be responsible for meeting and greeting guests on arrival including VVIPs and senior Government officials and providing them with a world class guest experience. You will need to ensure guest comfort at all times and support to the Consul General and to smooth operation of the Residence.
The jobholder will work closely with the Events and Residence Officer and the Consul General in maintaining all aspects of the Residence supporting official entertaining cleaning duties and other household tasks as assigned.
This is a great opportunity for a selfmotivated and trustworthy person to join a friendly professional and welcoming team at the British Embassy in support of diplomatic work. We are an inclusive employer and actively support equality of opportunity at work and have an excellent programme of learning and development.
If you love working as part of a team are motivated to work in a unique and fastpaced environment and take pride in maintaining a household to a very high standard we encourage you to apply.
Duties and responsibilities:
Visitor and Guest Services
Event Support and Delivery
Housekeeping and Laundry
Maintenance & Safety
General Administration
The above list is not exhaustive and the jobholder will be required to be flexible and take on other ad hoc tasks as required.
Key behaviours required:
Working hours and remuneration:
The Embassy aims to offer an attractive working environment and remuneration package for this role which includes 25 days of leave per annum (calculated prorata)
The salary for this role is AED 5659 per month. This position is a live in position only accommodation will be provided.
There are no other allowances payable as part of this package. No accommodation and relocation expenses are payable in connection with this position.
The Embassy is open from Monday to Friday from 0700 to 1800 hrs. The Employees normal weekly working hours are forty (40) Monday to Friday (inclusive). This is inclusive of onehour paid rest break for each five (5) hours worked; the timing of the rest break shall be approved by the Employees Line Manager and in accordance with operational requirements.
This role will require the successful candidate to adopt a flexible approach to work and will include evening and weekend working due to the nature of the role.
The Embassy has an active Learning and Development Committee and the whole of Post is committed to providing the time and resources for staff to develop personally and professionally. The 70/20/10 learning and development model is applied in a flexible manner with extensive informal and formal opportunities readily available.
The successful candidate will be required to transfer their visa under the Embassys sponsorship.
How to apply:
Interested candidates must include to their online application form:
Applications that do not include this information will not be considered.
Closing date for applications is at 23:55 UAE local time on 03 July 2024
Applications received after the stated deadline will not be considered.
Internal candidates (i.e. those employed by the British Embassies in Abu Dhabi & Dubai) applying for this position are advised to inform their current line managers upon submission of their application.
Process:
The recruitment process including security clearance is expected to take around two to three months. The security clearance process includes checks available in country and with UK dependant on the security level required for the role and the candidates profile and UK footprint. You may experience some delay in the progress of this recruitment campaign and we are working hard to minimise any disruption.
Due to the large number of applications we receive only those shortlisted for the next step of the recruitment process will be contacted.
The start date mentioned in the job advert is tentative and the successful candidate will be required to undergo security vetting procedures before employment can begin. Any offer of employment will be subject to the candidate achieving suitable clearances.
Appointable candidates who were unsuccessful may be placed on a reserve list. If during the reserve period of 6 months the same or a largely similar role becomes available that role may be offered to the second or subsequent candidate.
The FCDO operates an agile approach to delivery. To facilitate an agile workforce you may be required to undertake other duties from time to time as we may reasonably require. The British Embassy Dubai is an equal opportunities employer dedicated to inclusivity a diverse workforce and valuing difference.
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