Trade & Investment Officer 8 Month Fixed Term Contract

Trade & Investment Officer (8 Month Fixed Term Contract)British Embassy - Dubai, UAEPosted In 14/7/2013 Position:
Trade & Investment Officer (8 Month Fixed Term Contract)Grade:
Band 13Location:
DubaiReference:
UKTI/DB/001/07/2013Reporting to:
UKTI UAE Team CoordinatorNumber of Positions:
2BackgroundUK Trade & Investment (UKTI) at the British Embassy in Dubai has vacancies for two Trade & Investment Officers to cover seasonal peaks in workload.
There will be a focus on a number of the following market sectors:
Education & Training Skills; ICT; Creativity; Infrastructure (Mass Construction & Transport); Oil & Gas; Food & Drink, Power & Water, Life Sciences & Finance.
Sectors to be covered will be determined according to experience.
There are two positions; both are 8 month fixed term contracts which will run from October 2013 to May 2014.Based in Dubai, the successful candidates will be line managed by the UKTI Team Coordinator.Specifically, the role requires support to Trade Advisers and the provision of information to allow UK companies to make an informed decision about whether the UAE is a suitable market for their equipment and/or services and to help facilitate partnerships between the UK and UAE.Duties and Responsibilities:
Assisting Trade Advisors to ensure that the UKTI team provides first class support to UK companies looking to trade in or with the UAE.Carrying out market research on behalf of UK companies.
This is a chargeable service and there is an overriding need for accuracy and meeting deadlines agreed with customers.
The research will involve meeting companies on the ground in Dubai & the Northern Emirates and promoting the customers' business.
Part of this research will also include researching the press, websites and attending local exhibitions.Drafting of Overseas Market Introduction Service (OMIS) reports.Organising receptions and other events as required by customers and assisting with Ministerial and official visits.Job RequirementsExperience:
AnyCareer Level:
SeniorJob Type:
Full TimeVacancies:
2 Open PositionsSalary:
Min:
10,130 AEDGender:
AnyDegree Level:
Bachelor's degreeMajor:
AccountingLanguages:
English - Fluent / ExcellentJob SkillsCompetences:
• Working with others - ability to foster strong team-working, value diversity and inclusion.
Acts with honesty, integrity and professionalism.
Treats everyone with fairness and respect regardless of work pressure.
Recognises impact of own behaviour on others.• Communication - Communicates clearly and concisely.
Presents basic facts and summarises relevant information clearly, logically and accurately.
Listens and checks understanding.
Able to present more complex points verbally and in writing.• Delivering Results - a proven track record of delivering results to a high standard within tight deadlines.
High levels of initiative and the ability to work without close supervision.• Customer Focus - understands and focuses on customer needs.Key Selection Criteria:
• Customer focus, exceptional planning and organisational skills, the ability to manage self and resources, work independently, apply initiative, problem solve and work under pressure to meet multiple and changing priorities, deadlines and objectives.• Confident when dealing with Commercial contacts, senior government officials and visiting VIPs.• Excellent team player with the ability to take a wider perspective.• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills.• Computer literacy in all Microsoft Office packages and accurate typing skills.• Previous experience of working in any of the sectors mentioned or for a trade promotion agency or events planning organisation is also an advantage.Working Hours and Remuneration:
The Embassy offers an attractive working environment and remuneration package for this role, including:
salary of AED 10,130 per month, inclusive of all allowances, Band 13; five weeks vacation each year; free on-site parking and free access to on-site swimming pool, gymnasium and sports facilities.About The CompanyThe British Embassies in Abu Dhabi and Dubai represent Her Majesty's Government in the United Arab Emirates.
The Embassy in Abu Dhabi is the focus for bilateral relations between Britain and the Federal Government.
The Embassy in Dubai supports the bilateral relationship but with a strong focus on developing trade and economic ties between Britain and Dubai and the Northern Emirates.Company IndustryGovernmental & Public Sector
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