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MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS AND TOURISM

FOREIGN AFFAIRS DEPARTMENT

Post Title: Third Secretary

Division: Bilateral Affairs

Job Description

Job Summary

The Third Secretary will assume responsibilities in the Bilateral Affairs Division and contribute towards maintaining and promoting the foreign policy objectives of Seychelles.

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Co-ordinate and manage Seychelles’ relations with bilateral partners according to the list of countries under his/her responsibilities, in order to ensure effective monitoring and follow-up.
2. Co-ordinate with other Government Ministries/Departments, (including Seychelles’ Missions and Consulates based in Seychelles and overseas) and with other public and private agencies to ensure effective monitoring and follow-up with respect to 1 above.
3. Prepare and update briefs, talking points on a regular basis, on countries according to his/her desk officer responsibilities.
4. Assist in the preparation of memoranda on Seychelles’ position on current affairs in the context of his/her responsibilities and provide advice to the Director and Director General on the stance Seychelles should adopt.
5. Prepare dossiers on issues to be discussed at regional and international conferences, both in Seychelles and overseas, for the Department and where appropriate for other government Ministries and Departments.
6. Prepare the visit of foreign delegations and Ambassadors in Seychelles and where appropriate accompany them in their meetings with Seychelles’ Officials.
7. Undertake analytical research on the evolution of political, social and economic developments at the national, regional and international levels within the ambit of his/her responsibilities.
8. Follow national and international developments in the economic and/or social sectors assigned, and where necessary prepare briefing notes and/or provide appropriate guidance to other officials of the Department with respect to the conduct of Seychelles’ foreign policy.

Benefits

Salary Band: B5 – Step 8 plus SOS Allowance

Job Requirements

Minimum Qualification

• Degree in International Studies or equivalent plus six months up to one year on the job training

OR

• Degree in English , French and/or History plus six months up to one year on the job training

OR

• Advanced Diploma in International studies or equivalent plus at least two years satisfactory and relevant post qualifying experience.

How To Apply

Interested candidates are requested to Sign-up or login to apply now or should submit an updated CV with a cover letter, certificates, references and passport photo to:

Principal Secretary

Foreign Affairs Department

Maison Quéau de Quinssy

Mont Fleuri

OR

Email: HR@mfa.gov.sc

Closing Date: 13th June 2025

Note:

In order to increase your chances of a successful selection, kindly ensure that your application is complete and that all relevant information such as your qualifications have been provided with your application.   Otherwise, the Employer reserves the right not to consider your application for selection.