Recruitment Notice
Accounts and Administrative Officer
The Embassy of Ireland, Bangkok is seeking applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the position of Accounts and Administrative Officer.
The successful candidates will be hired on a fixed-term two-year contract, with a 3-month period of probation. Candidates must have a permanent, legal right to reside and work in the Kingdom of Thailand and will be subject to Thai employment law.
The closing date for applications – Friday 18th of February, 2022
Mission Statement
Our mission is to promote and protect abroad the values, interests and economic well-being of Ireland and its people. We do this under the political direction of our Ministers, through our staff at home and through our Embassy network abroad.
Accounts and Administration Assistant
Salary scale: THB 608,928 - THB 881, 469 (increases to THB 926,893 after 3 years on the end of scale). A healthcare package is also provided.
The jobholder will play a key role in the work of the Embassy, including general financial and administrative support, providing consular services and assistance, and supporting Irish citizens and others with the many services that the Embassy provides.
ESSENTIAL/KEY REQUIREMENTS:
- Candidates must have fluency in both English and Thai;
- Candidates musthave a degree, preferably in disciplines such as:
- Finance
- Economics
- Business Administration
- Accounting
- Candidates must have at least two year's administrative and procurement experience in an office support function;
- Candidates must have minimum of one year's experience in DP1 and VAT exemption processes;
- Ability to read and understand financial documents and interpret regulations;
- A good understanding of the role of the Department of Foreign Affairs;
- Computer literacy and information management skills;
- High level of proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite;
- Experience of working in a team environment; and
- Examples demonstrating a high level of discretion, commitment, reliability and attention to detail, showing thorough follow-through on projects assigned.
Other requirements:
- Some out-of-office hours can be expected.
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Location: |
Embassy of Ireland, Bangkok |
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Contract duration: |
The successful candidates will be hired on a fixed-term two-year contract, with a 3-month period of probation. |
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Working hours: |
37.5 hours per week (09:00-17:30) with some occasional additional hours including some evening and weekend work (leave time-in-lieu will be offered for this work).
Individuals unable to occasionally work out-of-hours should not apply for these posts. |
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Salary: |
Entry point of scale. Health insurance is also provided. |
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Annual leave: |
16 days per annum and public holidays with leave time-in-lieu for occasional evening/weekend work. |
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Eligibility: |
Candidates must have a permanent, legal right to reside and work in the Kingdom of Thailand and will be subject to Thai employment and taxation law. |
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Closing date: |
Friday 18th of February, 2022 |
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Selection process: |
Please send your application form to irishembassybkkrecruitment@dfa.ie before 4pm on Friday 18th of February, 2022. No CVs or cover letters will be accepted. Depending on response rates, the deadline may be extended. Please note that only short listed applicants will be contacted. |
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