Beijing - Commercial /Administrative Assistant, Quebec Office in Beijing, LE-05

 

Competition number: 2017-LES-Quebec-051

Position Title: Beijing – Commercial/Administrative Assistant, Quebec Office in Beijing, LE-05

Closing Date:  November 30, 2017 (At midnight UTC/GMT)

Starting Annual Gross Salary:  Approx. 110,773.00 RMB (before tax and employee social insurance contributions; 13^th month bonus and employer social insurance contributions are paid on top of the gross salary; salary is non-negotiable)

 

Work location: Beijing

 

Area of Selection:

 

This position is open to external applicants residing in China and employees occupying an indeterminate or term position in China Missions who meet all of the essential qualifications and whose applications are received by the closing date.

 

Short-listed candidates should be able to participate in tests and/or interviews in Beijing at own expense.  The successful candidate will be required to relocate to Beijing at their own expense.

 

Summary of Duties:

As a member of the Economic Affairs Service, the Commercial / Administrative Assistant will help to manage administrative work of the team. The Commercial / Administrative Assistant will also help to promote Quebec’s global commerce by, among others, developing and sharing knowledge of the marketplace; providing service, advice and information to clients; building relationships with clients and local contacts; doing troubleshooting as well as planning and executing events.

Mandatory requirements:

Education:    

           

·         Minimum Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university, OR an acceptable equivalent through the combination of education and work experience

 

Language:

 

·         Proficiency in French (reading, writing and speaking)

·         Proficiency in Mandarin (reading, writing and speaking)

 

 

Experience:     

• At least one year’s recent experience in international commerce
• Experience in dealing with the general public and customer/client service
• Experience in general administrative duties

Knowledge:

 

·         Knowledge of international business (exporting, importing, investment, technology transfer)

• Knowledge of MS Office Tools, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Abilities/skills:

 

·         Ability to write effective letters and correspondence in French and Chinese;

• Ability to research, interpret sources of information and synthesize data to respond to requests for information from clients

·         Ability to perform translation and interpretation from Chinese to French and vice versa

 

Personal suitability:

·         Client focus – Takes personal responsibility for correcting client problems

·         Effective Interactive Communication – Checks understanding and clarity

·         Effectiveness / Achievement Orientation – Finds innovative ways to improve performance

·         Initiative – Takes action under pressure

·         Judgment – Applies sound judgment when analyzing problems or situations

·         Networking/Alliance Building – Identifies/approaches key stakeholder contacts

Asset Criteria:

 

Preferred standing may be given to those candidates who also meet the following:

 

Language:

·         Proficiency in English (reading, writing, speaking)

Experience:

·         Experience working and liaising with Chinese government agencies and companies
·         Experience in working with visiting business and/or government delegation

Knowledge:

·         Knowledge of relevant topics such as Quebec and Chinese trade and investment business environment and practices; major areas and/or sectors of international trade; and/or Chinese government and industry structures, major economic and political issues

Organizational Needs:

Conditions of Employment

• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid working authorization in China. Per Chinese regulations, the Embassy / Consulates can only facilitate working visas for Canadian citizens
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid “Reliability Status” security clearance

Operational Requirement:

• Ability and willingness to work overtime on short notice as required
• Able to travel domestically and internationally as required

How to Apply:

 

Please click the link http://www.wfca-tpce.com/vacancyView.php?requirementId=2040&source=PO

 to complete your online application.

We are seeking high quality written applications to establish a shortlist for further testing. Your application must include an Application Letter and Curriculum Vitae in English or French.

Your application letter should clearly indicate how you meet all of the mandatory requirements as listed under: the Area of Selection; Education; Languages and Experience.

Please be advised that applications through email will NOT be considered, you must apply using the online application.

 

Please be advised that incomplete applications will NOT be considered.

An eligibility list may be established from this process to staff potential vacancies that may arise within this domain on indeterminate, term or emergency basis.

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those invited to further assessment will be contacted. Please ensure that you provide appropriate contact information so that you can be easily reached (e-mail, phone, mobile, etc.) 

 

If you have any questions, please send email to china-recruitment@international.gc.ca.

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