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International Relations Desk Officer (Canada and Australasia) B2Scottish Government • Edinburgh, Scotland, UK
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International Relations Desk Officer (Canada and Australasia) B2

International Relations Desk Officer (Canada and Australasia) B2

Scottish Government • Edinburgh, Scotland, UK
15 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description

Description

This opportunity is only open to applicants who are currently Priority Movers. Applications from individuals not currently on the Priority Mover list will be rejected and not considered.

This role sits within the Scottish Governments International Relations Unit and is responsible for advancing Scotlands interests and relationships primarily with Canada Australia and New Zealand. The post-holder will play a key role in strengthening bilateral relationships supporting overseas offices and delivering Scottish Government priorities in relation to diaspora engagement and international collaboration.

The role is outward-facing and relationship-driven requiring close working with overseas offices (particularly the SG Canada Office based in Ottawa) diplomatic missions in the UK Scotland House London and a wide network of internal and external stakeholders. It also involves a strong corporate element ensuring high-quality support to Ministers and contributing to the Scottish Governments official record.



Responsibilities

Role and Key Responsibilities

The post holder will lead on the development and management of Scotlands bilateral relationships with Canada Australia and New Zealand while also contributing to wider team objectives such as the Scottish Government diaspora engagement policy.

Key responsibilities:

  • Act as the central link with the Canada Office ensuring alignment with SG priorities; build and manage relationships with the Canadian High Commission Quebec Representation and key provinces; facilitate ministerial and stakeholder engagement; and identify collaboration opportunities across cultural economic and policy areas.
  • Lead engagement with both High Commissions develop relationships with key partners (including SDI and FCDO) and support ministerial engagement inward visits and joint initiatives.
  • Support delivery of the Scottish Connections framework including secretariat support and fund administration; promote initiatives across Canada and Australasia; and embed diaspora objectives in policy and geographic work.
  • Deliver high-quality briefings correspondence parliamentary material and FOI responses; support ministerial activity; and maintain accurate corporate records.
  • Work collaboratively across teams and with Scotland House London; contribute to team resilience and knowledge sharing; and embed equality diversity and inclusion in all aspects of work.



Qualifications

Working pattern

This role is a permanent level transfer position.

How to Apply

Applications for this position will only be accepted from substantive B2 employees.

Please submit a statement outlining your suitability for the role relevant skills and experience and what you would bring to the team (maximum 500 words).

Vacancy closes at 11:59pm onTuesday the 14th July.

Selection Process

All applications will be invited to an informal discussion with the hiring manager.

Informal discussions are to be confirmed.

Further Information

If you have specific questions about the role please contact

Read ourCandidate Guidefor further information on our recruitment and application processes.





Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority


Employment Type : Full Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1

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