Date : 2008-05-29

Title : Consular Assistant CHC-ISB

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Description :

Consular Assistant CHC-ISB

CANADIAN HIGH COMMISSION ISLAMABAD

The Canadian High Commission in Islamabad seeks applications for staffing the position of CONSULAR ASSISTANT in the Consular section of the mission. This is an indeterminate position working 37.50 hours per week and is classified at level A-06 with a starting salary of PKR 55,006 per month plus health care and other benefits.

The Duties of this position include

• Analyzing and processing applications for passports and citizenship certificates
• Communication with Canadian citizens on consular, passport and citizenship related maters
• Maintaining a record of Canadian citizens who register with Canadian High Commission
• Communicating with our network of consular wardens throughout the country
• Providing administrative services in support of the consular program

Government of Canada is an equal opportunity employer.

Essential Requirements

• University degree from a recognized university.
• Minimum of 2 years work experience in a client service environment
• Demonstrated English language skills equivalent to IELTS band 6.0/TOFEL 70% (subject to testing or evidence of certification)
• Demonstrated effective communication skills in Urdu (written & oral). Knowledge of French and other local languages will be an asset.
• Strong computer skills in Windows- based work environment
• Excellent planning, organizational and interpersonal skills.

Abilities

• Ability to coordinate conflicting priorities within tight deadlines
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Ability to analyze and interpret information to make informed decisions.

Personal Suitability

Professional integrity, tact, dependability, judgement, initiatives, adaptability, flexibility and effective performance under pressure. Capacity to establish and maintain effective and professional working relationships with clients, colleagues and supervisor.

Anyone wishing to compete for this position should send a written application on or before close of business on Friday, May 30, 2008 to Human Resource Manager, Canadian High Commission, Diplomatic Enclave, Ramna 5, Islamabad.

Only short listed candidates will be notified.