Embassy of the Republic of Rwanda – Republic of Korea

JOB OFFER

September, 30, 2024

The Embassy of the Republic of Rwanda in Seoul is pleased to announce the following job opportunity and seeks for qualified and enthusiastic candidates to express their interests.

ABOUT THE INSTITUTION:

The Embassy of the Republic of Rwanda in Seoul, to the Republic of Korea promotes bilateral relations and cooperation between the Republic of Rwanda and the Republic of Korea. The Embassy is also accredited to the Kingdom of Cambodia, as well as to the Lao People’s Democratic Republic.

ROLE / POSITION:

Admin and Communications Officer

This is a full-time position

The main responsibilities of the Communications Officer will include:

Purpose of the Role

The Admin and Communication Officer will serve a dual function in supporting the operational needs of the Rwanda embassy while strategically enhancing its public communication and branding efforts. This role will be pivotal in promoting the embassy’s initiatives across commercial, cultural, political, and diplomatic spheres, acting as an extension of the office of the government spokesperson.

Key Responsibilities

Administrative Duties:

• Manage the day-to-day administrative functions of the embassy.
• Coordinate schedules, meetings, and events for embassy staff.
• Contribute to the efficiency of office operations, including receiving guests, records management and logistics.

Public Communication and Branding:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive communication strategy for the Embassy of Rwanda working with the office of the government spokesperson and the RDB Visit Rwanda team.
• Ensure consistent messaging that aligns with the above strategy and the embassy’s objectives.
• Craft press releases, speeches, and other communication materials for various stakeholders.
• Act as the primary point of contact for media inquiries and public relations efforts.

Social Media and Communication Tools Management:

• Oversee the embassy’s social media presence across various platforms, ensuring active engagement and content alignment with branding strategies.
• Create, curate, and schedule content that highlights embassy activities, initiatives, and cultural events.
• Monitor social media trends and analytics to adjust strategies as needed.

Public Relations for Embassy Initiatives:

• Collaborate with relevant teams to promote commercial, cultural, political, and diplomatic events organized or supported by the embassy.
• Develop partnerships with local organizations, businesses, and media outlets to enhance outreach and visibility.
• Coordinate press coverage and public engagement activities for key events and initiatives.

Any other tasks that might required to support the embassy team.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, International Relations, or a related field.
• Proven experience in communication, public relations, or administrative roles, preferably within a diplomatic or governmental context.
• Strong understanding of social media platforms and digital communication tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Korean.
• Ability to work collaboratively and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Monitor and report daily news briefs on local and international news and expedite flash reports for any breaking news relevant to Rwanda.

Reporting and Evaluation

• The Admin and Communication Officer will report directly to the Office of the Ambassador.
• Performance will be evaluated based on effective communication strategies, media engagement success, and the overall enhancement of the embassy’s public image and operational efficiency.1

If you meet the above criteria and are ready to join the team of the Embassy of Rwanda in Seoul, please apply by following the instructions below:

• Please apply by sending both your cover letter and CV to the following email address: [email protected]by the deadline of: 18^th October 2024.
• Please enter the Job role and your Full name in the subject of your email



• 2 References will be required for the pre-selected candidates.
• Successfulpre-selected candidates will be contacted no later than two weeks of the application closing date for interviews.



• Please note that a background check will be carried out on the successful candidate.