AUH – Economic Officer (EO) – United Arab Emirates

Job title: AUH – Economic Officer (EO)

Company: HM Government

Job description: The British Embassy in Abu Dhabi has a vacancy for an Economic Officer, job grade Executive Officer (EO). This is for a fixed-term contract of three (3) years.This is an exciting opportunity to use economic and people skills to contribute to the UK’s understanding of the UAE economy and to help deliver economic opportunity for the UK and UAE – driving key UK government priorities.The role covers Abu Dhabi with thematic focuses including energy, wealth, diversification and third countries but the role is very varied. The role has elements of desk-based analysis and policy advice for decision-makers in London, but it is important the successful applicant is comfortable meeting and developing contacts to garner insights and potentially to influence. Key stakeholders include government, the private sector, academia and other embassies. The role will work alongside a multidisciplinary team of economists, energy, climate, science, political and communications experts and support wider embassy activities such as UK ministerial visits, projects and organise or attend high profile events.The successful candidate will have a good understanding of economics, strong people skills, an ability to work well with others and be able to provide quality, timely advice.The job is based in Abu Dhabi, some travel to Dubai may be required per work demands.The British Government is an inclusive and diversity-friendly employer. We value difference, promote equality and challenge discrimination, enhancing our organisational capability. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We promote family-friendly flexible working opportunities, where operational and security needs allow.Duties and responsibilities:

• Support the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office; Department for Business and Trade (DBT); Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) and other government departments boost UK prosperity;
• Use engagement with interlocutors to support UK policy;
• Provide high quality analysis, advice, and reporting to UK stakeholders on UAE developments as well as the UAE’s economic relationships with third countries;
• Respond to UK government enquiries, providing accurate information and high quality insights to the Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) and wider cross-government economic priorities, including supporting the Embassy Political Team on political economy work and understanding the economic impact of regional developments;
• Develop an accessible collection of core economic analysis to support Embassy colleagues in their work;
• Attend conferences and meetings with experts.
• Create and maintain a strong network of national and international contacts to progress our engagement;
• Support projects funded by the UK embassy to deliver our economic goals;
• Support official embassy visits e.g. by UK ministers or senior civil servants, and events.

The above list is not exhaustive, and the jobholder will be required to be flexible and take on other ad hoc tasks as required.Key behaviours required:

• Delivering at Pace: Take responsibility for delivering timely and quality results with focus and drive.
• Working Together: Form effective partnerships and relationships with people both internally and externally, from a range of diverse backgrounds, sharing information, resources, and support.
• Making Effective Decisions: Use evidence and knowledge to support accurate, expert decisions and advice. Carefully consider alternative options, implications and risks of decisions.
• Seeing the bigger picture: Understand how your role fits with and supports organisational objectives. Recognise the wider Civil Service priorities and ensure work is in the national interest.

Essential qualifications, skills and experience

• A university degree, or demonstrable equivalent level knowledge, in economics or related field.
• Excellent communications skills, including fluency in both written and spoken English.
• A confident communicator with excellent interpersonal skills and proven ability to engage at all levels internally and with external stakeholders professionally.
• Demonstrates ability to gather, analyse, and report on information related to political, foreign policy, and economic issues.
• Ability to think strategically to spot opportunities.
• Flexible approach, strong initiative, and adaptability to changing UK priorities.
• Ability to work independently, as well as being able to work well with others, with strong organisation skills.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Desirable qualifications, skills and experience

• Previous experience of working in the Middle East
• Arabic language skills.

Required behavioursDelivering at Pace, Making Effective Decisions, Seeing the Big Picture, Working TogetherApplication deadline3 December 2024GradeExecutive Officer (EO)Type of PositionFull-time, Fixed TermWorking hours per week40Duration of Post36 monthsRegionMiddle East & North AfricaCountry/TerritoryUnited Arab EmiratesLocation (City)Abu DhabiType of PostBritish EmbassyNumber of vacancies1Salary CurrencyAEDSalary16,024Type of SalarymonthlyStart Date2 January 2025Other benefits and conditions of employmentWorking hours and remuneration:The Embassy aims to offer an attractive working environment and remuneration package for this role, which includes 25 days of leave per annum (calculated pro-rata).The salary for this role is AED 16,024 per month.There are no other allowances payable as part of this package. No accommodation and relocation expenses are payable in connection with this position.This role is for a full-time employment, on a fixed term contract basis for three (3) year, subject to six (6) months’ probationary period.The Embassy is open from Monday to Friday from 0700 to 1800 hrs. The Employee’s normal weekly working hours are forty (40) Monday to Friday (inclusive). This is inclusive of one-hour paid rest break for each five (5) hours worked; the timing of the rest break shall be approved by the Employee’s Line Manager and in accordance with operational requirements.Whilst the role is be based in Abu Dhabi, the jobholder will be required to visit the Embassy in Dubai occasionally. The jobholder will be required to be flexible in their approach to hours worked as these will be dictated by operational needs and will involve working out of hours (evening and/ or weekends) during meetings and events.The Embassy has an active Learning and Development Committee, and the whole of Post is committed to providing the time and resources for staff to develop personally and professionally. The 70/20/10 learning and development model is applied in a flexible manner, with extensive informal and formal opportunities readily available.The successful candidate will be required to transfer their visa under the Embassy’s sponsorship.Additional informationHow to apply:Interested candidates must include to their online application form: * An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV);

• A covering letter/motivation essay stating how you meet the requirements of the role; and,
• Examples in the relevant sections of the online application form of how you meet the key behaviours and skills required. Please refrain from the use of AI based tools when completing your application, this is to ensure a fair competition for all candidates and helps maintain the integrity process. If the use of AI is identified, your application may be rejected.

Applications that do not include this information will not be considered.Closing date for applications is at 23:55 UAE local time on 3rd December 2024.Applications received after the stated deadline will not be considered.Internal candidates (i.e., those employed by the British Embassies in Abu Dhabi & Dubai) applying for this position are advised to inform their current line managers upon submission of their application.Process:The recruitment process, including security clearance, is expected to take around two to three months. The security clearance process includes checks available in country and with UK, dependant on the security level required for the role and the candidate’s profile and UK footprint. You may experience some delay in the progress of this recruitment campaign, and we are working hard to minimise any disruption.Due to the large number of applications, we receive, only those shortlisted for the next step of the recruitment process will be contacted.The start date mentioned in the job advert is tentative and the successful candidate will be required to undergo security vetting procedures before employment can begin. Any offer of employment will be subject to the candidate achieving suitable clearances.Appointable candidates who were unsuccessful may be placed on a ‘reserve list’. If during the reserve period of 6 months the same or a largely similar role becomes available, that role may be offered to the second or subsequent candidate.The FCDO operates an agile approach to delivery. To facilitate an agile workforce, you may be required to undertake other duties from time to time as we may reasonably require. The British Embassy Abu Dhabi is an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to inclusivity, a diverse workforce and valuing difference.Please be aware that you will only be able to apply to vacancies for Country Based Staff roles with the British Government through this official tal.net site (operated by Oleeo). Jobs may be advertised on third party websites, however our adverts will always link back to the official tal.net site. If you complete and send an application through any other site, we will not receive it.

Expected salary: 16024 per month

Location: Abu Dhabi

Job date: Thu, 07 Nov 2024 08:59:52 GMT

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