Junior Assistant and Translator (EN/FR-VN and vice-versa) (Embassy of Switzerland in Hanoi)

The Embassy of Switzerland in Hanoi is currently accepting applications to fill the position of Junior Assistant and Translator (EN/FR-VN and vice-versa). This is a full-time position.

Your main tasks

Front desk reception, answering and forwarding phone calls, receiving visitors
Diplomatic correspondence as instructed by diplomatic staff
Translation of texts, English/French-Vietnamese and Vietnamese-English/French
Updating of databases
Under the supervision of the Management Team and in coordination with the media officer, social media work, incl. Facebook/Twitter/LinkedIn, production of "posts" in EN/VN languages, administration/evaluation of accounts
Supporting the organization of Embassy events
Handling/distribution of incoming mail
Coordinating the schedule of the Embassy drivers/messengers

Your profile

University degree
Excellent command of Vietnamese, English and French and proven translation skills
At least 2 years of practical working experience in an international setting, familiarity with diplomatic work and protocol is an advantage
Proficiency in Office applications and social media work
Dynamic all-rounder with a high degree of reliability, well organized, versatile, used to work in a multicultural team, cross-cultural communication skills
Able to work efficiently and effectively, incl. at times with multiple simultaneous demands under time pressure

We offer

Attractive working conditions with a competitive salary and benefits package
A diversified activity in an Embassy team composed of about 20 staff members

How to apply

If you are interested in this position and fulfil the eligibility requirements above, kindly submit a complete application dossier, including your CV and a cover letter in English or French detailing your motivation, your university degree, any relevant language certificates and - if applicable - reference letters to: hanoi@eda.admin.ch (Subject: Junior Assistant)

Application should arrive no later than August 25, 2023 by 23:59 (GMT +7).

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview, incl. written test, at the Embassy of Switzerland.

The Embassy regrets that it will not be able to answer phone calls regarding this vacancy or the applications submitted. Thank you in advance for your understanding.

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