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Positions of Immigration Officers
The Australian Embassy is seeking applications from Vietnamese nationals for long term, full-time positions of Immigration Officers working within its Immigration Section in Hanoi.
The main duties of the position are:
- Undertake a wide range of operational and administrative tasks in accordance with appropriate legislation, policy and procedures;
- Attend to inquiries from clients and provide information and advice;
- Prepare routine correspondence;
- Providing interpreting and translation services as required;
- Act as a Sub-Collector and undertake counter duties as required;
- Operate office equipment and computer systems, including immigration data bases.
Basis of selection: - Fluency in spoken and written English and Vietnamese languages;
- Good understanding of work in a legislative and regulatory environment, and the ability to learn quickly migration legislation and processing requirements for relevant visa classes;
- Ability to work well in a team as well as independently;
- Ability to work effectively under pressure, in particular to set priorities, meet targets, identify needs and develop procedures;
- Strong command of computer skills.
Selection for this position will be based on merit and judged against the following, specific selection criteria. Applications must clearly address the selection criteria listed below to be considered. Applications that fail to address the selection criteria are likely not to be successful.
1. COMMUNICATING
Good oral and written communication skills, including fluency in both written and spoken English and Vietnamese. Ability to communicate effectively with staff and clients from a range of diverse backgrounds.
2. WORKING IN TEAMS
Ability to work as a team member including the ability to contribute to the achievement of team/work unit goals and team cohesion. An understanding of participative, safe and healthy work practices.3. MANAGING INFORMATION
Good information management skills, including the ability to interpret and apply Australian migration legislation and procedures. Ability to effectively use a number of computer programs to find, extract and analyse information.4. MANAGING WORK
Ability to organize work, set priorities and monitor work flow to achieve workplace goals within set timeframes. Ability to work effectively under pressure. Capacity to work independently on specific tasks and in a team environment.
5. FOCUSSING ON QUALITY
Ability to provide a quality professional service, apply ethical work practices and demonstrate integrity in all aspects of work. Ability to respond flexibly to changing demands in the workplace and to contribute ideas to improve efficiency in the workplace. Ability to participate in performance management processes, including the ability to seek, receive, provide and act on performance feedback.Guidelines for preparing your application and selection criteria for this position are obtainable from the HR/Office Manager of the Embassy. Application must be addressed to the HR/Office Manager, Australian Embassy, 8 Dao Tan Street, Hanoi, by close of business on 27 June 2008. An attractive remuneration package will be offered to the successful candidate. Short-listed applicants will be contacted for interview.
PREPARING YOUR JOB APPLICATION
Presentation of your Application
Applications must be in English.
The may be either typed or neatly handwritten.
Your application should include:
1. Covering letter with your contact details and your referee contact details;
2. Curriculum Vitae or resume; and
3. Statement addressing the selection criteria.
Please do not include original educational documents.
Statement Addressing the Selection Criteria
The selection committee will assess your claims for the position against each of the selection criteria. This means that you should give specific details of your experience and/or skills that demonstrate your meeting each criterion.
Your statement addressing the selection criteria must not exceed two A4 pages and be typed in no smaller than size 10 font. Statements made beyond the second A4 page will not be considered.
Use the selection criteria headings as a guide, under each heading explain the relevance of your abilities, experience, and qualifications, personal attributes etc. You should cite examples wherever possible.
Addressing the selection criteria is the most important part of your application. If any criterion is not addressed or insufficiently addressed you will not be shortlisted for further consideration.
Referees
Please provide the names, position and contact details of 2 persons who are able to provide references regarding your skills and experience.
Closing Date
Applications must be received by close of business (4.55pm) Friday 27 June 2008.
Late applications will not be accepted.
THE AUSTRALIAN EMBASSY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER