Political, Cultural and Economic Affairs Assistant

• Starting salary: range from 34,310.00 to 39,458.00 CZK/month (gross rate)
• Term details: Full-time position of 5 days (40 hours per week). Staff are entitled to overtime for extra hours worked. The annual leave entitlement is 20 days per year pro rata. The Embassy also enjoys average of 20 Czech/Thai public holidays per year.
• Level: Assistant
• Work location: Royal Thai Embassy in Prague, Czech Republic
• Closing date for applications: 22 May 2024
• Starting date: 1 July 2024 (or earlier upon mutual agreement)
• Kindly check detailed information on Embassy's website at http://thaiembassy.cz

Under the general supervision of the Political, Economic and Cultural Affairs Counsellors with primary responsibilities for the following:

• Research and compilation of background material on selected political and economic issues;
• Event/travel planning and logistics;
• Preparation/scheduling/organizing of meetings/cultural events;
• Facilitating and accompanying delegations' visits;
• Providing translation service on an occasional basis;
• Coordinating with Czech and Thai government agencies, private sector, academia, and NGOs; and
• Performing other duties as assigned by the Embassy.

General Qualifications:

Meet one of the following requirements to legally stay and work in the Czech Republic:

• Czech Citizenship or
• Long-term/Permanent Residence in the Czech Republic

Qualifications required for Political, Cultural and Economic Affairs Assistant

Education:

• Possess a bachelor's degree or higher in Political Science, Economics, or related fields.  

Language skills:

• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills in both Czech and English languages  (ability to communicate effectively in Thai is an additional asset).

Knowledge:

• Possess good typing skills as well as good computer literacy and the ability to use basic programs, including internet related and Microsoft Office;
• Possess skills in making PowerPoint presentations and infographics;
• Possess general knowledge of the Government of the Czech Republic including their key foreign policy priorities; and
• Possess knowledge of general office procedures and practices.

Abilities/Competencies:

• Adaptability/Flexibility/Resilience;
• Analytical and presentational skills;
• Punctual and ability to contribute to a positive work environment;
• Good communication skills;
• Motivation and ability to learn new things and develop;
• Teamwork and interpersonal relations;
• Planning and Organizing;

Operational Requirements:

• Overtime may be required occasionally;
• Travel may be required occasionally;
• Hours of work: Weekdays: 09h00-17h00; and
• Be flexible and ready to work remotely from home if instructed, based on your own expenses and adequate equipment.  

Additional required qualifications

• In good health;
• Be polite, respectful and mature; and 
• Uphold high ethical and moral standards as well as being efficient and result-oriented.

• Cover Letters in English and Czech languages;
• Curriculum Vitae (CV) in English language;
• Proof of legal residence in the Czech Republic;
• Copy of Degree and Transcript;
• Copy of Employment Verification Letter (if relevant);
• Copy of Work Training Certificate (if relevant).

Please submit the application and required documents by email to: 

visa@thaiembassy.cz and info@thaiembassy.cz (Email Subject: Position Application).