Australian Embassy, Beijing

Agency	Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA)
Location	Australian Embassy, Beijing
Title	Senior Interpreter and Research Officer
Position number	BJ11-002
Classification	LE5.1
Section	RBA
Reports to (title)	Minister- Counsellor, China Office, RBA
Status	One year contract with possible option for extension
Gross Yearly Salary	RMB218,931 (plus loading where applicable)
Commencement Date	ASAP

 

 

About the Reserve Bank of Australia

 

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) is Australia's central bank and derives its functions and powers from the Reserve Bank Act 1959. Its duty is to contribute to the stability of the currency, full employment, and the economic prosperity and welfare of the Australian people. It does this by setting the cash rate to meet an agreed medium-term inflation target, working to maintain a strong financial system and efficient payments system, and issuing the nation's banknotes. It also manages Australia's gold and foreign exchange reserves.

 

About the position

 

The Senior Interpreter and Research Officer role supports the work of the RBA to collect information on economic, financial and political developments in China and reporting their analysis of this information to senior officials of the Bank.

 

The role provides high-quality interpretation/translation support services for RBA officials located in China and in Australia. This includes interpreting at formal meetings and representational events, as well as translating correspondence, policy documents and media reports, among other documents.

 

The position also conducts research and prepares reports of the results of their analysis on a range of economic, financial and political topics under limited direction. The position is also required to identify emerging issues and provide independent advice on an appropriate strategy to gather and analyse the information necessary to understanding developments, including identifying relevant existing and potential new contacts.

 

The position will be required to liaise and maintain strong working relationships with key contacts in the Chinese government, firms (both Chinese and foreign), and foreign government officials, and arrange meetings for RBA staff. The position also undertakes regular provincial travel and provides logistical support for visiting RBA staff.

 

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

 

·         Provide professional-level interpretation and translation support to the RBA A-based officers and visiting officials on a range of topics and documents, including economic or financial policy documents, analytical reports, media and other correspondence

·         Monitor, analyse and prepare high quality targeted reporting on developments of China’s major and emerging economic and financial issues.  Make recommendations on relevant specialist and complex topics

·         Provide briefing and speeches on specialist areas

·         Develop and maintain productive working relationships with local government, academia and other relevant sectors and contacts to inform the Bank’s research and analysis of the Chinese economy and financial system  

·         Represent the Bank at meetings, conferences and events

·         Identify and implement innovations to improve effectiveness and efficiency of processes and activities in support of the work of the Bank in China

·         Coordinate, liaise and work cooperatively with other agencies at the Embassy and the Bank in Australia, to achieve outcomes

·         Manage delegation visits and meetings, including program design and logistical arrangements

·         Support the RBA A-based officers in managing the section’s administration.

 

Qualifications/Experience

 

·         Tertiary qualifications in one or more related fields.  An academic or work background in economics, finance or public policy is highly desirable.

·         Demonstrated experience performing professional interpretation and translation work essential.  Formal interpretation and/or translation qualifications desirable

·         Demonstrated a high-level understanding of China’s political and economic environment relevant to Australia’s interests

·         Proven experience operating in an international environment

·         Demonstrated ability to drive and conduct high-level research, analysis and reporting

·         Demonstrated ability to manage and coordinate collaborative work across teams, marshalling resources to produce high-quality outcomes in a busy and varied environment

·         Demonstrated ability to work as a unit or small team.

·         Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to build relationships with stakeholders and manage projects involving other Embassy work units.

·         Ability to prioritise a busy workload, work under pressure to meet deadlines with great attention to detail. Adaptability and initiative, and an ability to work independently and as part of a team.

·         Competence in using Microsoft software, particularly Word, Excel, PowerPoint, databases and internet-based research.

 

 

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 economic environment or with international economic 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 and experienced colleagues and leaders who encourage and support you to develop your skills.

PREPARING YOUR APPLICATION

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 

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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

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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 Friday, 1 June 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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