British Embassy in Juba Military/Political Officer Jobs

British Embassy in Juba Military/Political Officer Jobs

Main purpose of job:

Provide administrative and logistical support to the UK Defence Attaché (who is based in Addis Ababa). Provide advice and weekly reporting on military and security sector issues to the Defence Attaché and broader British Embassy Juba colleagues.

Day-to-day liaison with South Sudanese Ministry of Defence and Veterans Affairs and other relevant South Sudanese Government Departments. Support British Embassy Protocol team with aircraft diplomatic clearance. Act as link point for any British Military personnel in South Sudan with the British Embassy.

Roles and responsibilities:

The Defence Attaché for South Sudan is based in Addis Ababa but makes monthly visits to Juba. This role’s primary purposes are to provide support to the Defence Attaché and to contribute to the day-to-day reporting of the Embassy by providing insights into military and security sector issues.

The main responsibilities:

Support the Defence Attaché by providing administrative, logistical and other support as required, including support for his/her regular visits to Juba

Assist the Defence Attaché in preparation of monthly and weekly reports/updates by providing regular, timely and accurate information about military/security developments in South Sudan

Contribute to Embassy analysis and reporting on military/security issues in South Sudan

Lead on day-to-day, working level liaison with the South Sudanese Ministry of Defence and Veterans Affairs, SSPDF and other security sector actors

Maintain a broad network

of contacts in the Ministry of Defence and Veterans Affairs, SSPDF and other security sector actors in support of Embassy objectives

Support UK Peacekeepers serving with UNMISS in any administrative tasks

Processing clearances for UK military aircraft overflying South Sudan and providing advice and guidance on overflights

Manage UK MOD inventory in Juba including vehicles and other equipment

Maintain up to date records of UK defence related activity in South Sudan as required

Essential qualifications, skills and experience

Very good working knowledge and experience of the South Sudanese military and broader security sector

Language requirements:

Language: English

Level of language required: Fluent

Desirable qualifications, skills and experience

Broad existing network of military/security sector contacts in South Sudan

Knowledge and understanding of the UK society and government

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; British Embassy in Juba Military/Political Officer Jobs

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