Foreign Service Cadet/Third Secretary Cadet – 100 Posts at Public Service Commission Kenya (PSCK)

Foreign Service Cadet/Third Secretary Cadet – 100 Posts at Public Service Commission Kenya (PSCK) – Public Service Commission Kenya (PSCK) Kenya Job Details

Position: Foreign Service Cadet/Third Secretary Cadet

Number of Posts: 100

About the Role

This is an entry and training grade position within the Foreign Service. Officers at this level undergo on-the-job training as prescribed by the Ministry, including a mandatory Foreign Service Entry Course at the Foreign Service Institute lasting a minimum of three (3) months. Confirmation in appointment is subject to successful completion of this training course.

Key Responsibilities:

• Participate in and report on meetings with foreign diplomats and dignitaries
• Prepare detailed reports on diplomatic engagements
• Undertake guided research on foreign service issues
• Draft briefs, speeches, diplomatic notes and messages
• Perform general protocol duties

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in one of the following disciplines from a recognized Kenyan university: International Relations/Studies, Diplomacy, Global Affairs/Studies, International Law, International Trade, Political Science, Public Administration, Public Policy, Economics, Law, Peace/Conflict Studies, Development Studies, Environmental/Climate Studies, Natural Resource Management, Information Communication Technology/Computer Science, or Communication/Media Studies
• Good communication skills
• Result-oriented mindset and commitment to continuous learning

Advantageous Qualifications:

• Proficiency in UN/African Union languages including French, Spanish, Chinese, Russian, Portuguese, Arabic, or other relevant international languages in addition to English