Under the direct supervision of the Senior Trade Commissioner at the Embassy of Canada in Berlin, the IBD Administrative Assistant provides daily administrative support and services; maintains and administers the Trade Program budgets, providing;...
Canada’s official representation in Germany includes the Embassy of Canada in Berlin, as well as consulates in Düsseldorf and Munich. Members of the team work in a fast-paced multidisciplinary and international environment. The role of the three offices and their more than 100 Canada based and locally-engaged staff is to develop the relationship between Canada and Germany across a number of areas.
Canada’s Trade Commissioner Service (TCS) is a worldwide network of professionals in international business development (IBD), with preferred access to business knowledge and contacts, who are committed to advancing Canadian commercial and economic interests abroad. This position contributes to the delivery of the IBD program at the mission by delivering services to clients in accordance with TCS policies and guidelines, and Government of Canada policies and priorities for international trade, investment, and innovation, with the objective of helping Canadian clients make better business decisions abroad. All Government of Canada employee activities are governed by the Government of Canada’s Code of Values and Ethics.
The Trade section in Berlin is seeking:
Trade Program Assistants (m/f/d)Under the direct supervision of the Senior Trade Commissioner at the Embassy of Canada in Berlin, the Trade Program Assistants provide daily administrative support and services; provides and creates information and documentation; provide support for on-going trade program activities; respond to service requests from clientele and perform other duties as required.
The three positions are all indeterminate. Two positions are part-time (50%, 18.75 hours per week) and one position is full-time (37.5 hours per week). The starting salary for a part-time position is 18,979 Euros gross per annum. The starting salary for a full-time position is 37,958 € gross per annum. In addition to the annual salary there is a 13th month's salary and an employer’s contribution to the pension plan. For a full-time position, the incumbent receives 30+1 days of annual leave (30 full days of vacation and one floating day) for a 5 days working week. This entitlement is pro-rated accordingly for the part-time positions.
Essential qualifications include a completed post-secondary degree or an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience. The ideal candidate has a minimum of two years full/part-time work experience in an administrative position and knowledge of computer software (MS Office Suite, email, spreadsheets, Internet search) and of standard office procedures and practices.
In addition, the ideal candidate has a fluent level of English and German (written and oral).
The detailed assessment criteria are available through the links below.
Please submit your application by using one of the application links below by June 14, 2021.
Please note that we only accept applications made via one of the links.
IBD Administrative Assistant - English
IBD Administrative Assistant - French
The results of this recruitment process may also be used to establish an eligibility list of qualified candidates for similar term, indeterminate, part-time or full-time openings at the Embassy of Canada in Germany which might arise in the 12 months following the completion of this recruitment process.
The Government of Canada is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse sections of the community. Candidates will be considered based on merit. Our organization offers an inclusive workplace where respect, teamwork, and collaboration are part of our culture. Canada’s missions abroad are committed to promoting and supporting an environment free from harassment and discrimination, as well as encouraging and supporting employees to learn and develop their skills and competencies.
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https://www.international.gc.ca/country-pays/germany-allemagne/jobs-emplois/index.aspx?lang=eng
https://www.international.gc.ca/country-pays/germany-allemagne/jobs-emplois/index.aspx?lang=fra
