Protocol Officer - Robben Island

A well-established company is seeking to appoint a Protocol Officer (12 month fixed term contract).

Purpose of the job: Manage protocol and etiquette by rendering professional support to facilitate the visit of officials/ dignitaries, important ceremonies and functions at the implementation level.

Qualification:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent tertiary qualification (NQF 7)

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 Year`s extensive protocol and events management experience
• Protocol and stakeholder management experience will be an advantage.

Required Skills:

DIPLOMACY

• Conduct relations with stakeholders and guests in accordance with RIM policies.

NETWORKING

• Identify key contacts across the spectrum of operation. Open communication channels with key contacts.

COMMUNICATION

• Communicate clearly, concisely, and effectively with people on all levels, internally and externally.

COMPUTER SKILLS

• Demonstrate adequate proficiency with regards to communication systems.

NEGOTIATION

• Demonstrate effective negotiating capability.

PROBLEM SOLVING SKILLS

• Demonstrate an analytical approach and practicality as regards outcomes.

LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY

• Demonstrate the ability to effectively convey and appreciate work-related concepts in the language in question.

Competencies and Attributes:

• In-depth knowledge of government-wide protocol.
• In-depth knowledge of RIM policy and procedures related to events management, and communication and stakeholder management.
• Knowledge related to operating procedures regarding international travel and accommodation.
• In-depth knowledge related to flight clearances, visas, and diplomatic passports.
• Laws and procedures related to firearms clearances.
• High level of proficiency in using MS Office products.
• High level of stress tolerance and able to maintain high work temp and to attend to various matters simultaneously.
• Proficient in developing and presenting training material.
• Be able to communicate with high profile individuals.
• High level of managerial skills.
• Adaptable in terms of working hours and prepared to travel extensively.

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Desired Skills:

• government-wide protocol.
• RIM policy and procedures.
• flight clearances.
• visas.