Personal Assistant Position, Cyprus Embassy in Helsinki

The Embassy of the Republic of Cyprus in Finland accepts applications for one (1) position of Secretary/ Personal Assistant to the Head of Mission, on a full-time employment contract basis with the terms and conditions applicable to local staff, for a period of one (1) year with the possibility of renewal. The starting monthly gross salary is €2,879.09. The employment is in accordance with the "Guidelines for the Employment and the Terms of Service of Local Staff of Diplomatic Missions of the Republic of Cyprus".

Required qualifications include:

Graduation certificate/diploma from a recognized Secondary School

Fluent oral and written knowledge of Greek and English. Good knowledge of the Finnish language will be considered an advantage

Typing in Greek and English with speed and accuracy

Capacity to use computers, internet and social media – Very good digital skills, including MS Office

Previous relevant work experience will be considered an advantage

Integrity of character, confidentiality, organizational skills, responsibility, initiative and discretion

Required tasks and duties of the job position include:

General office duties and other assigned tasks, such as keeping the calendar of the Head of Mission

Assisting in the execution and/or undertakes the execution of work, inside and outside the office, related to the responsibilities and activities of the Diplomatic Mission.

Conducting of inspections and local surveys where needed

Uses technology and office equipment to perform relevant tasks.

Typing in Greek and in English language

Updating of the Embassy’s website and social network accounts

Contributes to the implementation of the legislation related to the duties of the position

Submission of applications:

Applicants are invited to submit the following documents by email at helsinkiembassy@mfa.gov.cy no later than 29 October 2021:

Curriculum vitae and one portrait photograph (in jpeg format)

Copy of Passport

Clear Criminal Record Certificate, issued by the competent authorities and certified by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the country where the person concerned is permanently residing in

One photo (in jpeg format)

Two letters of recommendation or suggestion of two persons from whom recommendations can be sought

Late submission of applications and/or submission of incomplete applications will not be taken into consideration.

The shortlisted candidates will be required to submit one hard copy of the certificates of all academic and other relevant qualifications upon arrival for the interview. Applicants will be tested orally and/or in writing and they will be informed on the date of the exam at a later stage.