Protocol Advice

• ·       Provide advice on formalities and courtesies that need to be observed during Embassy Leadership and foreign visitors’ official visit
• ·       Coordinate with Head of Communications and Monitoring to ensure that the Ambassador’s messaging, press releases, and public appearances are in line with protocol best practices
• ·       Support Scheduling Officer in responding to invitations and identifying substitutes for Ambassador

Foreign Visit Planning

• ·       Collaborate with Head of Communications and Monitoring, the schedule of foreign visitors, provided by the Social Secretary
• ·       Coordinate approval of facilities proposed by the Social Secretary (e.g. hotel for foreign visitors)
• ·       Ensure that foreign visitors’ schedule does not suffer from complications and delays

Event Planning

• ·       Oversee overall planning of Ambassador’s official events
• ·       Review and provide feedback on guest lists, event location, dress code, and seating plan proposed by Social Secretary
• ·       Review and approve order of speakers (if applicable) proposed by Social Secretary
• ·       Be present on the ground during events to ensure that official guests are properly greeted and resolve any bottlenecks

Ambassador’s Trips Abroad

• ·       Review the Ambassador's trip briefs proposed by Social Secretary and ensure alignment with protocol standards
• ·       Ensure, through the Advance Person, that Ambassador’s seating and greeting are in line with protocol guidelines

• ·       Bachelor’s Degree in a related field (e.g., Public Relations, Communications)
• ·       Political Science or International Affairs Studies are highly preferred

• ·       10+ years’ experience as protocol specialist
• ·       Proven experience in hands-on event planning and team management
• ·       Proficiency in Arabic and English