QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED FOR APPOINTMENT

Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant discipline such as International Relations, Political Science, Public Administration, Diplomacy, Law, or a closely related field;

A Certificate in Diplomatic Studies, or a recognized professional certificate in protocol, international affairs, or event management, Advanced training in protocol procedures, intercultural communication, or statecraft will be considered an asset.

 EXPERIENCE REQUIRED FOR APPOINTMENT

• At least three (3) years’ working within the public sector, preferably in a foreign service, diplomatic, or governmental affairs capacity;

• Demonstrated experience is protocol management, including the coordination of state visits, official ceremonies, and high-level delegations;

• Previous service as a Diplomat, Protocol Officer, or in a liaison role with international organizations will be an asset;

• Proven ability to manage VIP logistics, liaise with foreign missions, and uphold decorum in high-pressure environments;

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE

Extensive knowledge of a full range of functional areas such as protocol, reports management, and related protocoland administrative areas to ensure compliance with established policies, practices procedures, and controls;

Comprehensive knowledge of Public Service Rules and Regulations, Government operations and Public Sector issues;

Knowledge of key personnel and lines of authority within the Ministry and across the Whole-of-Government to effectively manage administrative and protocol activities and the follow of information;

Extensive knowledge of and understanding of government policies, procedures and practices for asset and fleet management;

Extensive knowledge of management analysis, principles, and concepts;

Sound knowledge and understanding of office procedures and operations;

Strong computer skills including Word, MS Outlook, PowerPoint.

 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Direct and supervise the preparation and strategic plans and coordinate activities directly linked to protocol servicesby the division;

Provide authoritative and comprehensive advice to management on protocol and consular matters;

Coordinate all the necessary arrangements for the appointment of Honorary Consuls, and Ambassadors-at-Largeabroad;

Administer all consular matters;

Maintain an accurate and efficient e-database of all protocol information;

Monitor work in progress to ensure the efficient implementation of work plans and effective use of resources;

Perform any other related duties as assigned by management which facilitates the effective execution of your responsibilities and functioning of the Division.

SALARY

The salary payable to the office is at the rate of $66,184.00 per annum in Grade (J), by incremental points to $86,378.00 per annum.

Applicant(s) are required to submit the following:-

• a curriculum vitae;
• two letters of reference, one of which should be from the last place of employment;
• certified copies of academic certificates;
• a certified copy of Birth Certificate
• a Police Record

Applications from interested persons must be transmitted via the addressed below, to reach the Office of the Public Service Commission no later than 15^th October 2025:-

Chief Personnel Officer (Ag.)

Office of the Public Service Commission

Antillean Group Building

Ground Floor

Young Street

St. George’s

GRENADA

If you are a non-national, this job requires you to relocate to Grenada.