Embassy of Estonia in Astana is looking for a Business and Public Diplomacy Coordinator (Administrative assistant)
Estonia is one of the most advanced digital societies with entrepreneurial mind-set and competitive business. The main role of the Coordinator is to organise Embassy’s activities in the fields of business and public diplomacy to promote Estonia and its businesses in Central Asia.
Values of the Embassy of Estonia in Astana: Courage, Keen mind, Empathy, Commitment
Key duties and responsibilities:
• Business Diplomacy
o Establish and maintain Embassy’s relationships with companies, media and business organisations in Kazakhstan and other Central Asian states
o Organise visits and missions to promote Estonian business
o Assist Estonian companies in their activities to reach success in the region
• Public Diplomacy
o Promote the Embassy’s public diplomacy activities including organising of events
o Create content and manage the Embassy’s social media accounts and website
o Respond to media inquiries and arrange interviews; media monitoring
• Assist the Ambassador in the preparation and conduct of business diplomacy and public diplomacy events
• Manage the Embassy’s contact database and correspondence
• Assist the Embassy’s colleagues in other activities
Requirements:
• University degree, preferably in the fields of Business, Media or International Relations
• At least one year of work experience either in the field of business, public relations or event management, preferably in an international work environment
• Excellent spoken and written communication skills in English, Kazakh, and Russian
• Solid computer skills: MS Office products (Outlook etc.), and digital document management tools
• Organised, proactive, attention to detail, committed, team player, reliable and friendly, willing to learn new skills
To apply:
Please send your CV and cover letter (in English) with the motivation and salary expectation to the Embassy of the Republic of Estonia in Astana at [email protected]. If your portfolio includes written publications, press releases or other creative works, then please attach examples to the CV.
The deadline for applications is 05 January 2025.
If you require any further information, please email the [email protected] or call +7 7172 240 280.
Start date: as soon as possible
Location: Avenue Kabanbai batyr 28, Astana