Job Summary:
The Executive Assistant to the High Commissioner and Deputy High Commissioner will support the High Commissioner and Deputy High Commissioner in their day-to-day work, including managing diaries, liaising with staff across BHC, managing external contacts and organising events. This is a multi-faceted role which plays a large part in the wider life of the High Commission.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Day-to-day tasks include:
Diary management including setting up official meetings and managing internal schedules;
Managing travel and accommodation arrangements of High Commissioner/Defence Advisor;
Production, registration and dispatch of official correspondence and documents for meetings;
Ad hoc support on IT, security and other areas;
Budget management and oversight of spending;
Event management, including a large role in organising the annual Queen’s Birthday celebrations.
The EA to the High Commissioner also oversees the calendar of events at the official residence, managing events for the High Commissioner and coordinating others to ensure they deliver on official objectives.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The ideal candidate for the British High Commission (BHC) Executive Assistant to the High Commissioner and Deputy High Commissioner job should have previous PA experience
Excellent level of written and spoken English
Excellent organisation skills
Working knowledge of MS Office Packages
Ability to work under pressure
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Discretion and confidentiality
Team Player
Competencies:
Making Effective Decisions, Collaborating and Partnering, Managing a Quality Service, Delivering at Pace

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