Note : All applicants are required to mandatorily fill the complete online application form including the employment and educational details, motivational segment and the competency based questions. We will be thoroughly reviewing the application forms only for all the required details. Forms that are incomplete in any respect will not be considered while shortlisting for the next stage.
Please note that due to Covid-19 outbreak, the start date of employment mentioned in the advert is tentative, subject to normal business of British High Commission. All recruitment campaigns will remain open for applications, we will progress the recruitment process as swiftly as possible and continue to review all applications, monitor progress and developments. We will be in touch with you for the interviews/ should there be further updates on the application, however given the circumstances, kindly expect some delay in response and please reach out to if you have any further questions.
Main purpose of the job:
The Executive Assistant to the UK Defence Adviser is an exciting and varied role providing vital support to the Defence Adviser. Following the India/UK Roadmap 2030, the defence relationship is fundamental to success in the bilateral relationship. The EA will assist the Defence Adviser in the management of the relationship by managing events, contributing opinions and ensuring that the DA’s busy schedule runs to plan.
The role requires the character and personality to lead with confidence with a wide variety of defence stakeholders both inside and outside the British High Commission.
Roles and responsibilities:
Learning and development opportunities:
The MOD will provide opportunities for Personal development with a variety of online courses, details can be found on the MOD Intranet.
Language requirements:
Language: English
Level of language required: Fluent
Other skills / experience / qualifications:
Essential on arrival:
For British High Commission (BHC) candidates, the Local Staff BHC Terms & Conditions will apply.
For other than BHC candidates, salary will be INR 67,767 – INR 111395 plus 80% Security allowance, plus 18% in lieu of PF and SAF.
Additionally the BHC offers a great benefits package that includes annual domiciliary medical cover, plus a Group Hospitalisation Scheme with INR 500,000 floater cover for your immediate family.
No relocation or any other related costs or assistance will be provided. Notional tax will be deducted if you are not liable to pay local tax.
The BHC is recognised as a good employer, with a robust, fair and transparent performance management & appraisal system linked to increments and staff bonuses. We have a 5-day working week, plus annual leave, public holidays, maternity leave provision, special leave, paid sick leave provision; ample development opportunities, travel opportunities, a good organisational culture, and excellent work/life balance. Around half of our work force is women. We treat people with respect and equality and have a policy of zero tolerance for any form of discrimination, bullying, or harassment.
To Apply
Please note applications without (A), (B) and (C) will not be considered.
A. Complete the Online Application Form
B. Complete the Motivation and Competency Segment in the Online Application Form
C. Complete this duly filled Pre-Employment Questionnaire form and attach it along with your resume:
https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/523870/Pre_Employment_Questionnaire.doc
Internal candidates applying for this position need to upload their appraisal forms for the previous 2 years (if applicable) and also inform their current line managers, else the applications will not be considered.
We will accept only online applications by 4th April 2022 midnight (IST).
Please note that all the applicants will be required to strictly adhere to the security guidelines for British High Commission
Applicants who do not have the required qualification & experience should kindly abstain from applying, as their applications will not be considered.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and no telephone enquires will be dealt with.
The appointment will be subject to Police Verification and other checks including references, medical, educational and professional.
We welcome all applications irrespective of age, race, colour, gender, disability, sexual orientation, religion, belief or creed. We are also open to applications from people who want to work flexibly.
Security clearance required:
Please note: The role will involve access to and handling of classified or sensitive information. All applicants must therefore be able to achieve the UK’s SCE level of security clearance or already hold it.
Because of the security clearance requirement mentioned above, only UK, US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand passport holders can apply for this position. Candidate should hold a valid Visa for India.
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