Adviser- Culture and Public Diplomacy in Mumbai

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Last updated: 04.02.2016 // The Royal Norwegian Consulate General in Mumbai has a vacancy for a full-time position as adviser for culture and public diplomacy.

The Royal Norwegian Consulate General in Mumbai, covering Maharashtra, Gujarat and Goa, was re-opened in November 2015. The Consulate General is located in new premises at Bandra Kurla Complex. The opening of the Consulate General is a reflection of the rapid increase in the bilateral relations between India and Norway, especially commercial/business relations in the area of jurisdiction. The Consulate General will have a total seven staff in addition to a commercial section, Innovation Norway (three staff). Staff from the Norwegian Seafood Council and the Norwegian Business Association in India (NBAI) are also located in the consulate General.

Responsibilities and tasks

• Planning, implementation and follow-up of press, culture, information, business and public diplomacy activities in accordance with the strategic plans for the Consulate General.
• Manage the Consulate General’s media outreach and interaction with the local media
• In close co-operation with the Norwegian Embassy in New Delhi
  • Assist in organizing expert trips/press trips to Norway
  • Produce and maintain information at the Consulate General’s part of the Embassy website as well as input on the Embassy’s communication platforms and Newsletter.
• Daily media monitoring in the Consulate General’s area of jurisdiction
• Draft talking points/speeches/articles

Qualifications

• Master level degree from University within the areas of responsibilities and tasks. Long and relevant working experience may compensate for a lack of degree
• Fluent in written and spoken English and Hindi
• At least five years of work experience, either from government, international organisations, civil society, academia or private sector
• International experience either related to work or studies is an advantage
• Knowledge of Norway is an advantage

Personal skills

• Proven ability to building networks with relevant organizations and individuals in government, civil society, academia, the media and the private sector.
• Honesty, integrity, tolerance and respect for all individuals across social and professional distinctions are fundamental requirements
• Openness, transparency and good communication skills are essential.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team setting.

Terms and conditions

• The Consulate General is following Indian law with respect to employment rights
• Salary in accordance with education/experience
• Social security benefits will be in accordance with the social security legislation in India.
• Working hours: Monday-Thursday 09:00 - 16:00. 25 days annual vacation.
• Commencement as soon as possible

For further information please contact by telephone no. 022-61330700, Consul General, Mr. Torbjørn Holthe or Deputy Head of Mission, Consul Mr. Tor A. Dahlstrøm.

Applications by 22th February 2016 to: cg@mfa.no