Protocol Assistant (U.S. Embassy)

Hiring Agency: Embassy Hanoi
Position Title: Protocol Assistant - All interested applicants
Open Period: 08/17/2022 - 09/01/2022
Vacancy Time Zone: GMT+7
Salary: USD $13,827
Work Schedule: Full-time - Indefinite subject to successful completion of probationary period
Duty Location(s): 1 in Hanoi, VM

I. Duties

The Protocol Assistant will serve as the personal assistant and advisor on protocol affairs to the Front Office, their spouses, and other sections/agencies. S/he will assist the Front Office Operations Assistant position and liaise with host government cabinet level officials, the diplomatic community, and key contacts in the business, academic, non-governmental organizations, social, and religious communities. S/he will also be responsible for updating the Mission-wide contact database.

II. Qualifications and Evaluations

1. Experience: Two years of progressively responsible administrative experience is required

2. Education: College or University Studies is required.

3. Job Knowledge

Must have:

Comprehensive knowledge of host government etiquette and social mores of the host country.
An extensive knowledge of appropriate hotel accommodations and restaurants for visiting dignitaries and/or delegations which offer safe, efficient, and comfortable facilities.
Interest in current affairs.

4. Education Requirements: College or University Studies is required.

5. Language:

Fluent in Speaking/Reading/Writing English is required. (This will be tested.)
Fluent in Speaking/Reading/Writing Vietnamese is required.

6. SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Good office skills and management.
Good interpersonal skills.
Good handwriting.
Calligraphy skills.

III. How to apply

Applications should be submitted through Electronic Recruitment Application (ERA) by September 1, 2022 to be considered. Guidance on how to apply is available on the Embassy’s website.

Required Documents:

To qualify based on education, you MUST submit the requested degree and / or transcripts as verification of educational requirement by the closing date of this announcement. Failure to provide requested information, or the information is insufficient to verify eligibility, may result in disqualification for this position.

All Applicants: