Foreign Service Administration Specialist

About the JobAt the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA), safeguarding and advancing the interests of Singapore and Singaporeans through effective diplomacy is at the heart of what we do. Foreign Service Administration Specialists (FSAS) contribute to the success of MFA in administrative and operational roles.ResponsibilitiesAs a FSAS officer, you may perform one of the following roles:Administration: Provide administrative, secretarial or IT support; or handle information managementConsular: Assist overseas Singaporeans in distressCorporate Services: Provide administrative support in finance, procurement, travel, relocation or estate managementHuman Resource: Execute various functions such as recruitment, performance management and career developmentProtocol: Organise programmes for VVIPs and manage diplomatic privileges and immunitiesStrategic Communications: Manage MFA’s corporate communications and monitor newsTechnical Cooperation: Implement and coordinate courses and liaise with training providersFSAS officers can develop along multiple career pathways to pursue a career that makes the best use of their skills, knowledge and interests. After a deployment in HQ, FSAS officers may be posted to any of our 50 Overseas Missions where they will have the unique experience of being in diverse social and cultural environments.We also offer formal training, exposure and on-the-job training that are designed to develop your capabilities and competencies, comprising milestone programmes at various stages of your career to hone your skills and prepare you for higher level appointments. Those with leadership potential can look forward to greater job responsibilities. No matter where you begin, you can go far.RequirementsSingaporeanStrong administrative, planning and communication skillsOpen to relocation overseasCandidates from all backgrounds are welcome to apply, salary will commensurate with experience.