Temporary Position at the Embassy of Ireland, Abu Dhabi

The Embassy of Ireland in Abu Dhabi has a temporary position arising for an Intern/Stagiare for the duration of Ireland’s Presidency of the European Union.

Criteria

The successful candidate should:

·         Be a recent graduate, ideally with an international affairs qualification

·         Have a strong interest in and knowledge of international affairs

·         Have an interest in Irish public affairs

·         Have a knowledge of Arabic. This would be an advantage but it is not essential

Qualities and Skills

The successful candidate should have:

·         Excellent verbal and written communication skills

·         Strong analytical capacity

·         A high degree of commitment and an ability to adapt to a range of challenges

·         Ability to work on own initiative and also within a team

·         Administrative and organisational skills

·         Ability to work under pressure

The work will be mainly in relation to Ireland’s Presidency of the European Union from January to June 2013, and will include:

·         Attending meetings and writing reports

·         Research on and following relevant political and economic issues

·         Organising meetings and events

·         Monitoring local media reports on relevant issues

·         Drafting reports on political issues

·         Assisting with administration and consular cases if required

·         Other work as required

This temporary position will be based in the Embassy of Ireland in Abu Dhabi and will be for 7 months duration, from 2 January to 2 August 2013. The contract will not extend beyond 2 August 2013.  Remuneration is AED7,000 per month, with a pro rata housing allowance, medical insurance and applicable annual leave.  No travel costs will be paid.

Application process

Qualified applicants are invited to submit to the Embassy

A CV of not more than 2 pages

A letter setting out your interest in and suitability for the position (max 1 page)

Contact details for two referees

Applications should be submitted by close of business on November 20th by mail to the Embassy of Ireland, PO Box 61581, Abu Dhabi, UAE, or may be delivered to the Embassy.  The location of and directions to the Embassy can be found on www.embassyofireland.ae

Queries regarding the process may be sent to embassyabudhabi@dfa.ie

A shortlist of candidates will be called for interview on the basis of the information supplied in their applications.  The successful candidate will be determined on the basis of competitive interview.

The Embassy of Ireland is committed to a policy of equal opportunities.