Networks and Partnerships - Intern

Job Description

Job Description (Roles and Responsibilities)

Who We Are

• The British Embassy in Muscat is part of a worldwide network representing the UK’s political, economic, security, and consular interests overseas.
• We are seeking a highly motivated and proactive individual for a Networks and Partnerships Intern on a fixed-term contract until 31 March 2026.
• The Intern will manage the Programmes Team’s networks, deliver events and engagement, spanning areas such as art, sport, digital innovation, business, sustainability, and opportunities for women and youth.
• The role will also support the Embassy’s communications, corporate objectives, and crisis management.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Manage effective delivery of Programmes Team events and engagement.
• Handle networks and data management, ensuring successful event delivery, communication, and compliance.
• Work closely with the Programme Manager, Tamkeen Coordinator, other Embassy teams, and report to the Head of Programmes.
• Day-to-day responsibilities include:
• • Working independently and proactively, exercising good judgment and escalating issues when required.
  • Solving problems, making event decisions, and providing recommendations based on evidence.
  • Developing relationships with a range of stakeholders and networks.
  • Creating and translating event and communications materials.
  • Collaborating with colleagues across the Embassy to ensure alignment with other activities and objectives.
  • Supporting crisis response, cultural initiatives, cohesion, and continuous professional development.
• Enhance skills in project management, stakeholder engagement, events, and data management.
• Take on ad hoc tasks as required.

Key Behaviours

• Delivering at Pace – Take responsibility for delivering timely, high-quality results with focus and drive.
• Communicating and Influencing – Communicate purpose and direction with clarity, integrity, and enthusiasm; respect the opinions and responses of others.
• Working Together – Form effective partnerships internally and externally, sharing information, resources, and support.
• Managing a Quality Service – Deliver service objectives with professional excellence, expertise, and efficiency, considering diverse customer needs.

Our Values

• Trust – Be reliable, open, and dependable in actions and communications.
• Respect – Acknowledge each other’s skills, opinions, and experiences; honor ideas, beliefs, and culture.
• Integrity – Take responsibility for decisions and actions, standing up for what is right.
• One Team – Be kind, helpful, supportive, and open to challenge to work effectively toward shared goals.
• Values are underpinned by UK Civil Service values (Integrity, Honesty, Objectivity, Impartiality) and complemented by departmental or administrative values across One HMG.

Essential Qualifications, Skills, and Experience

• Proficiency in English and Arabic, both written and spoken.
• Proven resilience and experience managing multiple workstreams concurrently and delivering to tight deadlines.
• Proactive and flexible approach; take initiative to work with others to achieve objectives.
• Proven ability to manage stakeholders and develop networks and contacts.
• Competent IT skills; proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams).

Desirable Qualifications, Skills, and Experience

• Event management experience.
• Financial management experience.
• Communications and graphic design skills.
• Interest in public service and international relations.

Required Behaviours

• Communicating and Influencing
• Delivering at Pace
• Managing a Quality Service
• Working Together

Application Deadline

• 21 September 2025