Australian Embassy, Beijing

Agency	Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
Location	Australian Embassy, Beijing
Title	Senior Interpreter/Engagement Officer, Research and Visits Unit
Position number	BJ1-033
Classification	LE5.1
Section	DFAT
Reports to (title)	Research and Visits Unit Supervisor
Status	Ongoing, Full Time
Gross Yearly Salary	RMB218,931 (plus loading where applicable)
Commencement Date	ASAP

 

 

About the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT)

 

The role of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) is to advance the interests of Australia and Australians internationally. This involves strengthening Australia’s security, enhancing Australia’s prosperity, including by supporting Australian businesses in overseas markets, delivering an effective and high-quality overseas aid program and helping Australian travellers and Australians overseas.

 

The department provides foreign, trade and development policy advice to the Australian Government. DFAT also works with other Australian government agencies to drive coordination of Australia’s pursuit of global, regional and bilateral interests.

 

About the position

 

The Senior Interpreter/Engagement Officer role provides high-quality interpretation/translation services for officials at the Australian Embassy in China, including interpreting at formal meetings and representational events, as well as translating formal inward and outward correspondence and diplomatic communications.  The position also liaises with the Chinese system to arrange meetings for officials and provides logistical support for provincial travel and visiting delegations.

 

The key responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to:

 

·         Provide high-quality formal interpretation and translation support to Australian Embassy officials and senior visitors from Australia on a wide range of topics of interest to the Australian Government.  Actively maintain and improve level of interpretation and translation proficiency.

 

·         Provide logistical support for the Embassy’s provincial outreach and visits: organise and coordinate meetings and transport, undertake background research, create visit programs and liaise with provincial officials.  Undertake regular provincial travel in support of Embassy officials and visiting Australian delegations.

 

·         Provide logistical support to official Australian delegations visiting China.  This includes, but is not limited to, coordinating vehicle movements, arranging and coordinating accommodation bookings and creating visit program booklets.  Assistance may also be requested from attached agencies to help coordinate high-level Chinese government visits to Australia.

 

·         Work closely and cooperatively with other RVU team members to provide administrative and other support as directed, this includes research and analysis on political and economic topics of interest to the Australian Government and maintenance of corporate records.  Some support to other Australian government agencies represented in the Australian Embassy may also be required.

 

·         Relieve other positions in the RVU team during periods of staff absences.

 

Selection Criteria:

 

Applicants should address all five (5) of the selection criteria below, clearly outlining their claims and specific experience that makes them suitable for this position (maximum 250 words each criteria).

 

·         Tertiary qualifications and superior oral interpretation and written translation skills from Chinese to English and English to Chinese is essential.  Experience performing professional interpretation and translation work is required.  Formal interpretation and/or translation qualifications preferable.

 

·         Experience in an international environment or with international issues is required.  An academic or work background in economics, public policy or international relations is highly desirable. Candidates should demonstrate a high-level understanding of China’s political and economic environment.  A good understanding of Australia’s interests in China would also be an advantage.

 

·         Demonstrated ability to provide effective administrative, event management and visit support, and possession of requisite skills, including high-level organisational skills, an ability to prioritise appropriately a heavy workload and meet deadlines, and strong attention to detail.

 

·         Proven research and analytical skills, including proficiency in using Microsoft Word/Excel and databases and ability to undertake internet-based research, and an ability to prepare persuasive, logical and succinct written reports with little supervision.

 

·         Demonstrated initiative, flexibility, adaptability and an ability to cooperate effectively as a member of a busy, high-performing team and to work independently as required. 

 

What the Australian Embassy offers:

·         A diverse and inclusive workplace and attractive remuneration package

·         Exciting and fulfilling work in a diplomatic mission

·         The opportunity to work with smart, visionary and experienced colleagues and leaders who encourage and support you to develop your skills.

 

 PREPARING YOUR APPLICATION (Application Forms)

Your application, written in English, should include:

1.    Curriculum Vitae (maximum 2 pages)

Please attach current curriculum vitae.

2.    Application for Locally Engaged Staff Employment - Complete Attachment A

Locally engaged staff are employed by the local Australian mission on either an ongoing basis or short term (fixed term) temporary basis with mission specific terms and condition of employment. Please ensure that you have read the relevant terms and conditions of employment before submitting an application.

3.    Selection Criteria -  Complete Attachment B

Applicants are required to address the selection criteria by completing Attachment B.  For each criterion, applicants should limit their response to 250 words.  Appendix 1 provides useful information on how to address the selection criteria.  Applications that do not address the selection criteria will not be considered.

 

Please email your application to the Human Resources Section of the Australian Embassy, Beijing at beijing.hrrecruitment@dfat.gov.au before 17:00 on Tuesday, 8 May 2018.  Applications received after the closing date and time will not be considered. 

 

For further information about this position, please contact beijing.hrrecruitment@dfat.gov.au.

 

Please note that only applicants short-listed for interview will receive a written reply. If you have not received any communication from the Human Resources Section within four weeks after the close of application, please consider your application unsuccessful. Thank you for your understanding and your interest in working at the Australian Embassy in Beijing.

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地址：北京东直门外大街21号。

邮编：100600。

电话：(010) 5140 4111。

传真：(010) 5140 4162 (移民处) 。

(010) 5140 4292 (领事和行政处) 。

(010) 5140 4230 (新闻和文化处)。

网址：www.china.embassy.gov.au。

签证处

电话：(010) 5140 4424。

传真：(010) 5140 4164 。

电子邮箱：immigration.beijing@dfat.gov.au。