A2(L) PROTOCOL OFFICER – DEFENCE SECTION The British Embassy in Seoul is looking to recruit an A2(L) Protocol Officer in the Defence Section, with an ideal start date in February 2015. This will be a Full-Time position until 30 June 2016. Opportunity Offered The jobholder will be working in the Defence Section of the Embassy, contributing to the enhancement of the UK Military footprint within Korea and North East Asia. Main Duties      Manage the Defence Attaché’s busy Diary to include meetings, conferences and social events. Liaise with ROK Military, US Military and other Embassies to support the Defence Attaché in carrying out his duties. Contribute to the detailed planning of many high level visits to Korea and also Reverse visits to the UK. Build and maintain relationships with key contacts/stakeholders within various National and International departments. Provide translation/interpretation during meetings and advise the Defence Attaché on local customs and traditions. Requirements Essential  Must be fluent in both written and spoken English and Korean.  Must be willing to undergo security clearance procedures.  A self-starter and innovative with the ability to initiate work and see it through to completion. Able to seek advice and assistance when necessary. The successful candidate will have a cooperative and collegiate approach to working with colleagues.  Able to communicate (written, verbally and prepare presentations) with a range of contacts from a diverse range of sectors and ministries.  Must be able to work to tight deadlines amid ever changing priorities. Highly Desirable  Previous experience of working within Military environments.  Must be flexible and willing to cover for other Defence section staff in their absence. Key Competences      Delivering at Pace Managing a Quality Service Making Effective Decisions Collaborating & Partnering Seeing the Big Picture Compensation package includes    Monthly salary starting from KRW 2,828,128 payable 12 times per year Flexible working hours, time off in lieu offered for extra hours 20 days paid annual leave plus public holidays To Apply Suitably qualified candidates should send their detailed CV and the completed Job Application Form, which can be downloaded from https://www.gov.uk/government/world/organisations/british-embassyseoul/about/recruitment to [email protected] All applications must be received on or before 20 January 2015. Please limit attachments to no more than 2MB. Incomplete applications will not be taken into consideration. We will only be contacting shortlisted candidates regarding the next phase of the selection process. Candidates who have not received an invitation to interview may consider their application unsuccessful. Given the large volume of applications, we are not able to provide feedback to unsuccessful candidates. To those applicants not shortlisted, we extend our appreciation for considering the British Government as a potential employer. No accommodation or relocation expenses are payable in connection with this position. The applicant must have or be able to obtain work authorisation in Korea in order to apply. Staff recruited locally by the British Embassy Seoul are subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local employment law. About the Embassy The British Embassy in Seoul represents the UK Government in the Republic of Korea. We provide practical advice, support and assistance to British nationals who travel to or live in Korea. We act as the eyes and ears of the British Government in Korea, providing information on developments in Korea. We provide information on the likely effects on the UK of decisions made in Korea, and vice versa. An important part of our work is to provide services to Koreans who are interested in the UK. This includes issuing visas to those who wish to visit Britain and providing access to information about the UK. (http://www.gov.uk/world/south-korea) The British Embassy is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate on grounds of ethnic origin, race, religious beliefs, age, disability, gender or sexual orientation.