Oportunidad de pasantía estudiantil en la Embajada Británica en R.D._ Fecha límite: 19-enero-2020

Working for British Embassy Santo Domingo Vacancy - Political Internship The British Government is an inclusive and diversity-friendly employer. We value difference, promote equality and challenge discrimination, enhancing our organisational capability. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law. We promote family-friendly flexible working opportunities, where operational and security needs allow. Job description To assist in the planning and execution of the British Embassy Santo Domingo’s Queen’s Birthday Party, and possibly other events, whilst providing high standards of customer service to internal and external stakeholders of the events. Roles and responsibilities

1. Assist in the preparation of event’s guest list, send out invitations as well as follow up with guests to verify their attendance
2. Recruit and manage network of volunteers
3. Prepare digital assets to aid the planning process and to use at the event
4. Ensure value for money is achieved by requesting, analysing and presenting quotations, and by following up with various suppliers
5. Update the existing database contacts information throughout the process
6. Organise and process historical data to assist in future event planning
7. Provide other general administrative assistance in the Executive Office and event planningEssential qualifications, skills and experience
8. Essential qualifications, skills and experience

• currently enrolled to obtain a Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, International Business, Business Administration or similar
• available to start working immediately
• fluent in both English and Spanish
• experience in customer service, event planning, business administration or similar
• graphic design enthusiast
• Desirable qualifications, skills and experience

• intermediate to Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Access, Excel and Word
• information management experience
• Specifications

Application deadline: 19 January 2020 Grade: S3 Internship Type of position: part – time, temporary, intern Working hours per week: 20 Stipend / Allowance: 15,000.00 Gross Start Date: 3/10 February 2020 End Date: Other benefits and conditions of employment The British Embassy offers extensive learning development opportunities. The jobholder will have access to an extensive selection of UK government online learning some of which are mandatory for all Embassy employees and others that are role specific. Additional information The British Embassy Santo Domingo is a small, busy embassy with a high performing, friendly team. The expected working pattern is Monday to Friday 8:00am – 12:00pm (flexible). The Political Intern may be required to cover for the Executive Officer during staff absence. How to apply

1. Applications must be received by 23:59 of 19 January 2020. Late applications will not be considered.
2. Applications must be submitted using the attached form only Political Intern Application Form (ODT, 105KB). With the form you will also need to submit your CV accompanied by a cover letter.
3. Applications must be submitted only to the following email address UK.inDominicanRepublic@fco.gov.uk
4. Applicants selected for further consideration will be notified no later than the end of January.