Embassy of the Republic of Korea, Bangkok

Job Posting – Economic Section (Extended)

Background:  Embassy of the Republic of Korea, Bangkok, is looking for Thai Staff to support the Embassy.

                  *Gender does not matter

Working for:  Economic Section, Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Thailand

Location: Bangkok, Thailand

Type of Position: Full Time

Work Hours: Mon-Fri, 08:30 ~ 17:00

Salary: To be discussed

Job Description:

l Research, analyse, and report on economic and development policy issues of interest to the Korean Government.

l Monitor and identify economic and development issues, provide verbal briefing, written summary, or report.

l Attend meetings, conferences, and events with Thai governments, business sector, etc.

l Act as a focal point, manage contacts, and coordinate with relevant Thai government agencies and key stakeholders to support the Economic Section.

l Manage and prepare correspondences, including drafting official letters, note verbales, emails, etc.

l Provide translation services between Thai and English as required.

l Support the Embassy in preparation for official meetings and visits.

l In term of emergency, support the other works of the Embassy as needed.

Qualifications:

l Master’s degree in a relevant field namely Economics, Political Science, International Relations, Public Policy, Political Economy, etc. (other degree with relevant experience are eligible for the application)

l Persons with at least five years of employment experience in a relevant field after obtaining a bachelor's degree.

l A person who has reasonable grounds to be recognized as an expert in other relevant fields.

l Basic knowledge of Thai economics, politics, and government affairs

l Ability to make analysis, summary, present information and write report

l Ability to develop knowledge of unfamiliar topics

l Ability to work independently and in teams

l Ability to prioritize workloads and make adjustments to accommodate urgent tasks

l Excellent English (written and spoken) and Fluency in Thai

l Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

l Computer Literate (Microsoft Office)

Preferable Qualifications:

l Experience in working with Thai ministries, or national/international organizations.

l Network of contacts in Thai government and experience in building and managing diverse stakeholders relationships.

l Good Korean language skills are preferred.

Required Documents:

l Resume and Motivation Letter

l Certificate, transcript, and related supporting documents

Do not write a name of university(or school), information of family

l Official Proof of English Proficiency

Closing Date: September 21, 2022

Interview Date: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Please submit the required documents and a recent photo to Email: [email protected]

(Note the subject as “Economic Officer Position - ‘First name and Last name”)

Embassy of the Republic of Korea

23 Thiam-Ruammit Rd, Ratchadapisek, Huai-Khwang, Bangkok, 10310, Thailand

Tel. 02)481-6000 Fax. 02)247-7535