AUH - Translator and Administrative Officer (AO)

Job Description (Roles and Responsibilities)
The British Embassy in Abu Dhabi is looking for an energetic person to work as
a full-time Translator and Administrative Officer in the Embassy's dynamic
Chancery Team on a fixed term contract for (‎3) three years. The position
offers the opportunity to work in a friendly, supportive environment with
plenty of scope for personal development.
The jobholder will provide translation services to all departments represented
in Chancery (Political, Economic, Protocol, International Development, Gender
Equality, etc.). They will also be expected to perform a variety of
administrative tasks to support the work of Chancery and the wider Embassy.
Duties and responsibilities:
Translation ‎70%
* Provide Arabic-English-Arabic translation for the Abu Dhabi Chancery Team, including, but not limited to: translating, and drafting note verbales , translating official correspondence, and assisting with other translation requests.
* Log Chancery notes verbales and maintain a database of various note formats and their Arabic translation.
* Provide translation to the Press and Public Affairs team, including, but not limited to: translating press releases, news articles, Ambassador 's speeches, and other content for the Embassy website and social media.
* Provide interpretation support as required.
* Support the UAE Visits and Protocol teams with translation services as required.
Administrative support (‎30%)
* Assist the Visits and Protocol teams with official programmes for UK Ministers, VIPs, and other officials, including, but not limited to: arranging calls, acting as a point of contact, accompany during visits and recces.
* Collate/ translate biographies of key government officials and bodies.
* Contribute with Visits and Protocols team in collating and updating Chancery contacts.
* Support Chancery team when interacting with Arabic speaking contacts.
* Flexibility to respond to Chancery team requirements as they arise.
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:
* Delivering at Pace - Take responsibility for delivering timely and quality results with focus and drive.
* Managing a Quality Service - Deliver service objectives with professional excellence, expertise and efficiency, taking account of diverse customer needs.
* Working Together - Form effective partnerships and relationships with people both internally and externally, from a range of diverse backgrounds, sharing information, resources and support.
* Communicating and Influencing - Communicate purpose and direction with clarity, integrity and enthusiasm. Respect the needs, responses and opinions of others.
Eligibility:
* Applications will only be considered from those who are currently residing in the UAE and with a current and valid UAE residence visa. Applicants will be asked to provide evidence of their UAE residence visa/ Emirates ID as part of their application.
* Applicants must be available in a full time capacity.
* Applicants must be able to obtain a valid UAE police clearance certificate.
Essential qualifications, skills and experience
* At least ‎2 years of experience of translation work
* Excellent communication skills in English and Arabic, both verbal and written
* Able to type effectively in English and Arabic.
* Excellent organisation, time management and prioritisation skills
* Strong attention to detail
* Excellent interpersonal skills
* Ability to manage own work with minimal supervision.
* Ability to work well under pressure and deliver to deadlines with due attention to detail
* Understanding of customers and delivering excellent service
* Strong IT skills and literacy in Microsoft Office applications (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
Desirable qualifications, skills and experience
* Translation certification (diploma, BA, etc.)
* Experience of working in an office environment and doing general administration duties.
* Experience of working in the diplomatic or government field

Required behaviours
Managing a Quality Service, Delivering at Pace, Communicating and Influencing,
Working Together
Application deadline Application deadline - day Application deadline - month
Application deadline - year
‎6 February ‎2023
Grade
Administrative Officer (AO)
Type of Position
Fixed Term, Full-time
Working hours per week
‎38
Duration of Post
‎36 months
Region
Middle East & North Africa
Country/Territory
United Arab Emirates
Location (City)
Abu Dhabi
Type of Post
British Embassy
Number of vacancies
‎1
Salary Currency
AED
Salary
‎11,736
Start Date Start Date - day Start Date - month Start Date - year
‎1 March ‎2023
Other benefits and conditions of employment
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
pro-rata).
Salary is at AED ‎11,736 per month.
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 ‎07:30 to ‎18:00. Conditioned
working hours are ‎38 hours per week (including breaks), and specific working
hours for this role will be confirmed at a later time.
The jobholder should be flexible in their approach to hours worked as these
will also be dictated by operational needs and may involve working out of
hours (evenings/ weekends). Flexible working arrangements may be considered
based on operational requirements and agreement with the line manager, and in
line with FCDO and Embassy policies.
The successful candidate will be required to transfer their visa under the
Embassy's sponsorship.

Additional information
How to apply:
Interested candidates must include to their online application form
* an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) with a copy of UAE residence visa (all in one file);
* a covering letter/ motivation essay stating how you meet the requirements of the role; and
* examples, in the relevant sections of the online application form, of how you meet the key behaviours and skills required.
Applications that do not include this information will not be considered.
Closing date for applications is at ‎23:55 UAE local time on 6th February
‎2023
Applications received after the stated deadline will not be considered.
Process:
The recruitment process, including security clearance, is expected to take
around two months. 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 a tentative start date and the
successful candidate will be required to undergo security-vetting procedures.
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 British Embassy in Abu Dhabi is an equal opportunities employer,
dedicated to inclusivity, a diverse workforce and valuing difference.
Please be aware that you will only be able to apply to vacancies for Country
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complete and send an application through any other site, we will not receive
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