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
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