MNL - Trade Intern

Job Description (Roles and Responsibilities)

The British Embassy Manila is a large diplomatic mission delivering a dynamic and rapidly expanding programme of activity in support of the UK’s objectives on prosperity, maritime, trade, security and other matters. The Embassy is a modern, diverse and inclusive employer where everyone contributes to the Embassy’s WORC Values of Wellbeing, Opportunity, Respect and Collaboration.

Main Purpose of Job:

His Majesty’s Government (HMG) has trade and investment at the very heart of its foreign policy with the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) leading on helping British businesses to export and invest worldwide.

To this end, British Embassy Manila (BEM) is at the forefront of enhancing and promoting bilateral trade and investment between the United Kingdom and the Philippines. As part of its dynamic DBT Team, the Trade Intern will contribute to the support of export and investment projects, improvement of market access opportunities, and the implementation of trade policies across a wide sector portfolio. The position is a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience in a diplomatic setting while actively supporting wider initiatives across BEM, DBT, and HMG.

We are looking for one Trade Intern reporting directly to the Trade Manager for Market Access and Trade Policy.

Roles and responsibilities / what will the jobholder be expected to achieve:

1. Support for Export Sectors, Market Access and Trade Policy

• Conduct research and analysis on business exports and environment landscape in the Philippines, including market trends, opportunities, and challenges.
• Support the organization of sector-specific events and initiatives.
• Monitor business and economic news relevant to specific sectors and assist in identifying opportunities for UK companies across HMG priority sectors.

2. Country Director and Sector Lead Support

• Collaborate with the Director for Trade and Investment in coordinating their meetings and managing schedules.
• Assist in arranging meetings and preparing briefings, reports and minutes of meetings across Sector Leads.
• Provide administrative support to the wider team as needed.

3. Events and Visits

• Liaise with stakeholders, both internal and external, to ensure the successful planning and execution of events and visits.
• Handle pre-event preparation (e.g. logistics, invitations) and on-site support during events and visits.

4. Communication and Networking

• Engage with DBT stakeholders to build and maintain relationships.
• Assist in the development of communication materials, including press releases and social media content.

Essential qualifications, skills and experience

• Willing to work full-time at DBT for six consecutive months.
• Background in business, research, marketing, economics, international political economy and international relations would be an advantage.
• Strong research and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Required behaviours Communicating and Influencing, Delivering at Pace, Managing a Quality Service, Working Together Application deadline 18 July 2024 Grade Internship Type of Position Full-time, Intern Working hours per week 36 Region Asia Pacific Country/Territory Philippines Location (City) Manila Type of Post British Embassy Number of vacancies 1 Salary Currency PHP Stipend / Allowance 10,500 Start Date 16 September 2024 Other benefits and conditions of employment

Employment offers are subject to successful clearance of pre-employment checks. Staff recruited locally by the British Embassy Manila is subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local Philippine employment law.

No accommodation or relocation expenses are payable in connection with this position. All candidates must be legally able to work and reside in the country of the vacancy with the correct visa/work permit status or demonstrate eligibility to obtain the relevant permit. Any costs related to obtaining or renewing permits and visas are the responsibility of the successful applicant.

Employees who are not liable to pay local income tax on their Mission salary may have their salaries reduced by the equivalent local income tax amount.

Candidates are expected to have a valid NBI Clearance.

Additional information

Please note that your application must be submitted before 23:55 on the day mentioned in the above field "Application deadline."

Please be aware that the deadline for submitting applications is considered to be the time zone for the country where the vacancy has arisen.

We advise you to allow enough time to complete and submit your full application since only applications completed and submitted before the deadline will be considered. Applicants called for an interview will be assessed on the core behaviours listed above.

All applicants are required to mandatorily fill the online application form completely including the employment and educational details, experience, professional skills and behaviour-based questions. We will be thoroughly reviewing the applications and incomplete form in any respect may not be considered while shortlisting for the next stage.

Only shortlisted candidates for interview will be contacted. Interviewees will be assessed on the core behaviours/qualifications listed above. Unsuccessful candidates will be notified via the system in due time. Appointable candidates who were unsuccessful may be placed on a ‘reserve list’. If during the reserve period of 6 months the same or a largely similar role becomes available, that role may be offered to the second or subsequent candidate.

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The start date mentioned in the job advert is a tentative start date and the successful candidate will be required to undergo security vetting procedures. Any offer of employment will be subject to the candidate achieving suitable clearances.

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