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New Zealand Embassy - APEC officer
About the New Zealand Embassy Seoul
The New Zealand Embassy Seoul (“Post”) manages New Zealand’s relationship with Korea.
We represent the New Zealand Government to the highest standards of professional excellence in diplomacy, trade and economic engagement, international development and consular services. The Post takes a distinctively New Zealand approach, reflecting New Zealand’s diversity and heritage.
About the Position
Korea will host the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum in 2025. The New Zealand Embassy in Seoul will, therefore, be responsible for supporting New Zealand’s participation in APEC meetings and events in Korea throughout the year. We are seeking an experienced person to join our team to assist with the Post’s delivery of the 2025 APEC year. APEC is a priority for the Post, with New Zealand having hosted APEC in 2021.
The position will be responsible for contributing to the advancement of New Zealand’s foreign policy interests by leading on the logistical and administrative aspects of New Zealand ministers’ and senior officials’ participation in APEC engagements in Koreaduring 2025. The position will also provide some policy support for New Zealand’s APEC policy priorities.
The position will be based in Seoul. Travel to other parts of Korea may be required. This is a fixed term role for 4 months from 7 July to 7 November 2025.
Key responsibilities
- Manage logistical aspects of New Zealand's participation in APEC meetings, including setting up meeting schedules, organising transport logistics, making hotel and flight bookings, attending meeting and accommodation site visits, and maintaining a strong understanding of travel requirements required for New Zealand ministers and officials to Korea
- Support for Wellington-based staff at post with respect to the administrative and logistical arrangements required to support delivery of New Zealand’s participation in APEC meetings.
- Understand Korea’s policy priorities and deliverables for APEC 2025, and, as required, attend relevant policy meetings and contribute to written and verbal briefings.
- As required, assist with formulating content related to APEC for the Embassy’s social media platforms.
For more information please see the position description below.
If you think this position is right for you, we'd love to hear from you. Send your resume and the application form below to nzembsel@mfat.net by 21 May 2025.
New Zealand Embassy Official Residence Cleaner
The New Zealand Embassy in Seoul is an office of the New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade. Our people represent New Zealand on and offshore, and in doing so make New Zealanders safer and more prosperous.
We are seeking to hire an active and skilful cleaner to work in the New Zealand Official Residence. The position is expected to start around June 1, 2025 but it is negotiable, and will be a two-year fixed-term position, followed by a review and then a full-time position. (4 social insurance, paid annual leave, and severance pay are available)
Key Responsibilities
- General cleaning of the New Zealand Official Residence
- Overall household management
- Assists with official functions, event logistics and provision of services for events held at the Residence (waiter duties, kitchen help, and dishwashing duties)
- Undertaking other duties as required
Job Requirements
- Communication skills in Korean and English
- Experience serving as a cleaner and with proven ability to oversee and ensure the overall upkeep of a major Residence
- Demonstrated ability to contribute to and work within a team
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective relationships
- Well developed organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively and work under pressure
- Strong customer focus, with the ability to communicate effectively with a range of people
- Ability to work autonomously and within guidelines, demonstrating the use of sound judgement
- Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement, including adaptability and openness to change
- Displays personal integrity and an honest and ethical approach.
We want our people to reflect the diversity of New Zealand and the communities we represent - valuing and respecting the contributions of staff with diverse backgrounds, experiences, skills and perspectives. We value the transferrable skills and points of view that both career and life experience bring to the table. As an employer we are committed to a focus on leadership, talent, training and development, and flexible work options.
Please see the position description below.
If you think this position is right for you, we'd love to hear from you! Send your resume to nzembsel@mfat.net by 30 April 2025.