Adviser (f/m/d)

Join the team at the Permanent Mission and Embassy of Iceland in Vienna! We're seeking a passionate individual to fill the role of a locally hired adviser who will contribute to the mission of fostering diplomatic engagements, bilateral relations, and international cooperation.

Adviser (f/m/d)

at the Permanent Mission and Embassy of Iceland in Vienna

Daily Business includes:

* Handle tasks related to international organizations, particularly the OSCE, as well as others.
* Prepare for and attend meetings, including documentation and reports thereof.
* Draft statements on behalf of Iceland and joint statements of groups of states of which Iceland is a member.
* Engage in consultations and collaborations with like-minded countries.
* Monitor and analyze issues concerning Iceland's priorities and interests.
* Provide consular services and conduct political analysis as required.
* Communication with government organizations in Austria and the four neighbouring countries covered by the Embassy - Croatia, Slovakia, Slovenia, and Hungary.

Your Qualifications:

* Hold a master's degree relevant to the position.
* Possess excellent English language skills, both written and spoken.
* Demonstrate strong analytical abilities and proficiency in text processing.
* Ideally, have knowledge or experience in international affairs and public administration.
* Additional language skills, particularly Icelandic or German, are desirable.
* Computer skills at advanced working level.
* Independence in work practices, organized and adaptive to high-tempo work environment.
* Possess networking abilities and cultural literacy.

Employment offering:

* Full-time permanent position with a start date no later than 1st September 2024.
* Opportunity to contribute to Iceland's diplomatic efforts and international engagements.
* Indefinite employment according to Austrian labour law after a three-month trial period.
* Exposure to diverse diplomatic activities.
* Dynamic work environment within a supportive team.
* Great working location in the heart of Vienna with very good public transport connections.

Application Deadline: The deadline for applications is 17 May 2024. As this position is for a locally hired employee, it is governed by Austrian labour condition rules and regulations. The position is not subjected to employment conditions for expatriates of the Icelandic Foreign Service. It is open to applicants with Austrian citizenship and others that already fulfill legal requirements to work in Austria and have a clean criminal record. We encourage interested individuals of all genders to apply. Upon completion of the recruitment process, applicants will receive a notification of the result of the process.

The annual gross salary starts from 59,000.- including extra pay for months 13 and 14, with possible overpayment depending on your experience and qualifications.

We are looking forward to receiving your resume via www.apply.iventa.eu,
quoting the ref. no. 60712/KA.
Halla-Gudrun Mixa, BA, CSE, Tel: +43 (1) 523 49 44-300