Consular Affairs Assistant

2 months ago


Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Embassy of the People's Republic of China Full time

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Embassy of the People's Republic of China in the Republic of Kenya

JOB SUMMARY

Position Overview:The Chinese Embassy in Kenya is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of Consular Affairs Assistant. The Embassy is located on Woodlands Road in Nairobi, and the working hours are from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday, with a lunch break. Employees are entitled to overtime pay, holiday allowances, and annual leave.Position Title: Consular Affairs Assistant

RESPONSIBILITIES

Key Responsibilities:Promote China-Kenya relations and facilitate communication with Chinese nationals and local authorities.Perform administrative functions, including processing client documents for authentication, legalization, and notarization, as well as verifying documents for visa applications.Provide accurate information regarding consular services and offer assistance in a timely manner via phone, email, or in-person.Coordinate with other government agencies and international organizations.Perform other duties as assigned.Qualifications:Fluency in English and Kiswahili, with excellent written and oral communication skills in both languages. Proficiency in Mandarin is highly desirable.A Bachelor's Degree, preferably in International Relations, Political Science, or a related field, with at least two years of experience in client services.Good health, with the ability to work overtime and meet deadlines under pressure.Proficiency in word processing and computer skills, reliable driving skills, and excellent communication and social interaction skills. Knowledge of consular affairs, diplomatic protocol, or prior experience in a similar position is highly desirable.High ethical standards and integrity, with no criminal records, legal disputes, bad habits, or addictions.Application Process:The Embassy will conduct an initial review based on the applicants' experience and the job requirements. Qualified applicants will be notified to proceed to the examination stage. Applicants who do not pass the initial review will not be notified individually, and inquiries regarding their status will not be accepted. The final selection of the candidate will be based on the examination results.How to Apply:If you are interested in the position, please email your application with a CV to with the subject "Job Application for Consular Affairs Assistant" before 4th August 2024.

REQUIRED SKILLS

Public Relations, Reporting, Written communication, Office administration, management, Meeting preparation, Ability to coordinate, Interpersonal communication, Meeting management, Integrity, Presentation preparation and editing (Microsoft PowerPoint)

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree


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