EMBASSY OF BRAZIL IN KUWAIT
Vacancy Announcement – Selection Process 01/2024
The Selection Committee appointed by the Ambassador of Brazil in Kuwait, in
the exercise of its powers, hereby announces that the selection process of 01
(one) vacancy for the role of Administrative Assistant is open for
applications, pursuant to Decree 1570 of 21 July 1995, and in accordance with
an Ordinance of 12 September 1995 issued by the Minister of Foreign Affairs,
within the following terms:
1. EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT REGIME
1.1
The labour and social security relationships to be established with the
successful applicant will be set forth by Kuwaiti legislation.
1.2
The job being applied for is not to be confused with a Brazilian civil service
role or position.
2. FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES OF THE POSITION
2.1
One vacancy for Administrative Assistant to the Embassy of Brazil in Kuwait is
open.
2.2.
The successful applicant will, initially, work as the secretary to the
Ambassador, performing tasks including, but not limited to: preparing agendas
and schedules, carrying out secretarial duties, answering the phone,
contacting companies and public bodies, international bodies, foreign
representations and embassies, maintaining the directory of contacts, and any
other related tasks.
2.3
Furthermore, the selected applicant may be assigned to work in the
Administrative Section in areas including, but not limited to accounts,
personnel, support, inventory, tenders and contracts.
2.4
Among other skills considered desirable by the Selection Committee, the
candidate shall demonstrate he or she:
i.
Is fluent in Arabic and English; fluency in Portuguese is desirable but not a
requirement;
ii.
Is able to write professionally in Arabic and English;
iii.
Is able to use the internet for research;
iv.
Is able to use computer word processors, spreadsheets and databases;
v.
Has completed secondary education; bachelor’s degree is desirable; and
vi.
Has previous embassy work experience.
3. APPLICATION
3.1
Applicants are to send digitalised copies of all the following mandatory
documents by email to [email protected] (not exceeding 5MB),
with the following subject heading: “Selection Process 01/2024 – application”,
followed by the applicant’s name:
i.
application form filled in, with statements that the job being applied for is
not to be confused with a Brazilian civil service role or position and that
the applicant does not hold a civil service role or position in Brazil (form
at the end of this Notice);
ii.
valid civil identity card (Civil ID) issued by the Kuwaiti authorities;
iii.
evidence of the right to work full time and regular residence in Kuwait and
sponsor;
iv.
an updated curriculum vitae;
v.
certificate proving a minimum of secondary education or equivalent;
vi.
Brazilian nationals applying for the vacancy (regardless of whether another
citizenship is held), must also present the following documents, in accordance
with Decree 1570/1995, art. 10, item VII, paragraph 2:
a) proof of voting compliance in Brazil (quitação eleitoral) ;
b) in the case of male Brazilian applicants, under the age of 45, certificate
of military service enrolment or discharge.
3.2
Only applications with all mandatory documentation will be considered.
3.3
Optional documents:
vii.
cover letter;
viii.
proof of proficiency in Arabic and English;
ix.
reference letters from former employers;
x.
proof of proficiency in Microsoft Office and Windows;
xi.
any other relevant proof of academic, professional and linguistic
qualifications.
3.4
Applications are open from 4 to 18 February, 2024. A missed deadline
disqualifies the applicant.
3.5
The employee’s admission is conditional on the employee being a legal resident
in Kuwait and legally entitled to work full time in this country at all times.
3.6
After submitting the application, the applicant is requested to await contact
from the Embassy. Kindly refrain from contacting the Embassy regarding
application status.
4. SELECTION
4.1
Prior selection. An initial analysis and selection of CVs will be carried out
by the Embassy, considering skills, academic and professional qualifications
and experience. During the CV analysis stage, based on the documents
submitted, the Selection Committee reserves the right to reject any applicant
whose qualifications are not deemed compatible with the job on offer.
4.2
The shortlisted applicants will be contacted by email, at the email address
provided on the application form, to take the written test, in both English
and Arabic, to be held at the Embassy of Brazil in Kuwait (Mubarak Al Abdullah
Al Jaber Area, Block 1, Street 116, House 47, West Mishref 73058). The
probable date for the written test is 27 February at 10 AM.
4.3
Candidates who pass the written test will be invited to an interview in which
their proficiency in English and Arabic as well as their knowledge on
secretarial duties and administrative and embassy work will be assessed. The
interviews will be held between the probable dates of 3 to 6 March, at the
Embassy of Brazil in Kuwait. Times will be scheduled individually with each
shortlisted applicant. Proficiency in Portuguese, if applicable, will also be
assessed at this time.
4.4
Applicants contacted for the written test and interviews must bring their
Civil ID.
5. RESULTS AND HIRING
5.1
Final results will be posted by the probable date of 11 March on the Embassy’s
web site.
5.2 The successful applicant is to present him/herself to the Embassy’s
Administration Section on a date set by the Embassy to sign the contract and
begin professional activities.
5.3.
On the day of the signing of the employment contract, the successful applicant
must present the following original documents:
i.
Original documents listed in items 3.1 and 3.3;
ii.
Police clearance certificate issued by Kuwaiti authorities;
iii.
Recently issued medical report;
iv.
Fully completed application form, with signed statements.
5.4 Failure to present the original documents at the appointed date and time
disqualifies the selected candidate.
5.5. This selection process will remain valid for a period of 12 (twelve)
months from the date of the publication of the result. During this period,
approved applicants may be called to work, in accordance with their ranking,
should new vacancies in the same category of employment become available,
whether permanent or temporary.
5.6 The initial gross monthly salary will be KWD 790 (seven hundred ninety
Kuwaiti dinars). The employee shall be responsible for any income tax payable
by him/her as a result of this employment and shall ensure that any amounts
are duly paid and on time.
5.7 The working hours are 8 (eight) hours per day and 48 hours per week. They
may include shifts and the applicant must be willing to meet special demands
whenever required. Check-in and check-out times will be set by the immediate
supervisor.
5.8 The labour contract shall define working hours, remuneration, leave,
overtime and vacation time and respective conditions.
.
5.9 The contract of employment will be valid for one year, successively
renewable for another equal period, if both parties agree. There will be a
probationary period of 100 (one hundred) days to assess the employee’s
performance, commencing on the day the worker assumes his/her position at the
Embassy.
6. GENERAL PROVISIONS
6.1
The dates set on this Notice may be changed at the discretion of the Selection
Committee.
6.2
Changes to this notice will be published on the Embassy’s web site.
6.3
Contingencies not covered shall be decided by the Selection Committee.
Kuwait City, 4 February, 2024.
EMBASSY OF BRAZIL IN KUWAIT
Selection Process 01/2024 for Administrative Assistant
Application Form
I wish to apply for the vacancy of administrative assistant.
Full Name:
Date and Place of Birth:
Nationality(ies):
Home Address:
Contact Phone Number(s):
Contact E-mail:
CPF (Brazilian document, if available):
ID or Passport Number:
Professional Reference 1:
Name:
Company:
Phone Number:
E-mail:
Professional Reference 2:
Name:
Company:
Phone Number:
E-mail:
I hereby declare that:
1. I do not hold any civil service roles or positions in Brazil.
2. I am aware that the role I am applying for is not to be confused with a
civil service role or position regulated by Brazilian law.
3. I am aware that, should I be successful in the selection process, my
admission will be conditional on the presentation of the documents required in
the vacancy announcement.
4. I agree with the conditions set forth in the Vacancy Announcement of
Selection Process 04/2023, which I have read and accept.
Date: / / Signature:
SECRETARY/ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Deadline to apply is February 18, 2024
The Brazilian Embassy in Kuwait informs that the selection process of 01 (one)
vacancy for the role of Administrative Assistant is open for applications.
Registration is open from Febuary 4th to 18th, 2024. Fluency in Arabic and
English are required. Further requirements and information pertaining to the
process are available at
https://www.gov.br/mre/pt-br/embaixada-kuaite/processo-seletivo-
kt-01-v2.docx/@@download/file
Interested parties must send the documents requested in the following:
[email protected]
Categoria
Trabalho, Emprego e Previdência
Link for full vacancy announcement:
www.gov.br/mre/pt-br/embaixada-kuaite/vacancy-announcement-2013-selection-
process-01-2024
After submitting the application, the applicant is requested to await contact
from the Embassy. Kindly refrain from contacting the Embassy regarding
application status.
سكرتير/مساعد إداري
آخر موعد للتقديم هو 18 فبراير 2024
رابط الإعلان عن الوظيفة الشاغرة بالكامل:
www.gov.br/mre/pt-br/embaixada-kuaite/vacancy-announcement-2013- Selection-
process-01-2024
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