The Austrian Embassy in Skopje is looking for an assistant

We are looking for a committed personality (Macedonian and/or Albanian native speaker) with strong organizational and communication skills and a high affinity for working with texts and social media. Good command of German and English language would be an asset. If you are a friendly, reliable and discreet personality with excellent manners, are familiar with the standard computer software, if you may envisage a long-term commitment of working for the Embassy and appreciate the advantages of a small team, we might have the perfect position for you.

Yours tasks include:

·         Assistance in all administrative areas

·         Research and data preparation

·         Statistics

·         Media monitoring (in Macedonian and/or Albanian language) for press reviews

·         Supporting cultural functions, including administrative and financial aspects

·         Organization of meetings, scheduling appointments, telephone calls, basic correspondence

·         Secretarial work including travel expense billing in German and English language

·         Homepage and social media administration

·         Organization of official visits

You offer:

·         Intercultural competence

·         Team skills and quick comprehension

·         Excellence in communication with different types of people

·         Flexibility as well as ability to work under pressure

·         Experience in administrative jobs

·         Structured, accurate and efficient way of working

·         Good knowledge of German and English language

·         Familiarity with MS-Office as well as social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Youtube)

·         General Interest in Austria and conveying Austrian culture in North Macedonia

·        General attention for North Macedonia, the euro-atlantic integration, in particular contemporary history as well as recent political and economic developments in North Macedonia.

We offer an interesting, meaningful and varied full time job (40 hours/week) with a secure wage in line with customary salaries in the field. Employment by Macedonian labor law regulations. Prior to employment a security background check is mandatory.

We are looking forward to receiving your application (in German or English language) by

31 January 2023 via E-Mail skopje-ob@bmeia.gv.at

Please include: CV, letter of motivation, job application, copies of diplomas, references