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Political Research Officer
Embassy of Ireland, Beijing
Our mission is to promote and protect abroad the values, interests and economic
well-being of Ireland and its people. We do this under the political direction of our
Ministers, through our staff at home and through our Embassy network abroad.
The Embassy of Ireland, Beijing is seeking a highly motivated, enthusiastic and hardworking person
with excellent research and analysis skills to fill a full-time Political Research Officer position.
Roles and Responsibilities:
The precise range of duties will vary over time according to the needs of the Embassy, but will
include the following:
Research and analysis on China’s foreign and domestic policy;
Review of social media, local press, periodicals and official briefings and preparing reports
and briefing on relevant issues;
Attending and reporting on conferences, seminars or other events;
Assisting with political-level visits between Ireland and China;
Liaison and building relationships with relevant stakeholders, including in State and
Provincial level government bodies;
Chinese language translation and interpretation for senior managers, where required;
Other support to the work of the Embassy, including administrative support or preparation
and participation in receptions, Ministerial visits or other Embassy events;
Carrying out other tasks, as requested by the Ambassador or Deputy Head of Mission.
Essential Requirements candidates must be able to demonstrate:
A third level qualification in a relevant area e.g. Law, International Relations, Political Affairs,
etc.;
Be able to provide evidence of flexibility, efficiency and effectiveness showing strong
research, analysis and reporting skills, attention to detail, able to work under pressure and
to manage multiple tasks;
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and proven abilities to work effectively as
part of a team, and to develop and strengthen links with relevant stakeholders;
The candidate should provide examples of being solutions-oriented, and committed to
delivering results, including by adapting approach if necessary;
The candidate must be fully bilingual in English and Mandarin; (language test may be
included as part of the shortlisting process);
The candidate must demonstrate using examples, their working knowledge of Microsoft
Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel);
All applicants must have a permanent legal right to reside and work in China prior to
recruitment.
Desirable requirements:
Recent graduates may apply, but 3-5 years relevant professional experience is desirable;
Knowledge of the Chinese political system or previous professional experience in political
affairs;
Knowledge of Ireland and its role in China;
Experience of interaction with Chinese official departments, agencies or other authorities;
Experience of working in or interacting with a diplomatic mission in China.
Terms and conditions of employment:
The successful candidates will be hired on a two-year fixed-term contractual basis and will
be based at the Embassy of Ireland in Beijing;
Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week, with standard office hours from 9am to 5pm;
Annual Leave entitlement 20 days per annum;
The salary for the position is CNY 198,488 per annum. The salary for the position will be paid
through the Diplomatic Service Bureau on a monthly basis. Salaries are paid direct to a bank
account, therefore, the successful candidate must have a bank account.
How to apply
The Job Description and Application Form for this position are available on our website
https://www.ireland.ie/en/china/beijing/about/job-opportunities/.
Completed application forms should be sent via e-mail only to beijingrecruitment@dfa.ie, with
the subject line “Job Application - Political Research Officer”.
Applications must be received before 5pm (Beijing time) on 29 September 2025
No applications will be accepted after this deadline. Please note that only short listed
applicants will be contacted. Applicants are advised to take care to use the correct subject line.
Selection Process:
Depending on the number of applications received, a short-listing of candidates to be called
for a competency-based interview may be undertaken based on the Essential/Key
Requirements above;
It is planned that interviews will be held before the end of October 2025;
Shortlisted candidates may be asked to complete a written exercise involving research or
report writing. A written exercise of this kind will be conducted by email, primarily in
English. Shortlisted applicants will be provided with more information on this exercise,
including its likely timing;
Only those candidates who have been shortlisted and successfully complete the written
exercise will be called to interview. Interviews will be competency-based. They will be
conducted in English, by video conference. Candidates called to interview will be provided
with more information prior to interview;
A second interview may be included in the recruitment process;
A panel may be set up depending on the calibre of candidates.
General Data Protection Regulation:
All personal information received will be kept in line with GDPR guidelines.
Security Clearance for Local Staff
Police security clearance will be sought in respect of individuals who come under consideration for
appointment. Enquiries may also be made with the police force of any country in which the applicant
under consideration for appointment resided. If unsuccessful, this information will be destroyed. If
the applicant subsequently comes under consideration for another position, they will be required to
supply this information again.
Please note that canvassing will disqualify applicants.
The Embassy of Ireland, Beijing is committed to a policy of Equal Opportunity.
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