The Embassy of the Czech Republic in Yerevan is currently looking to hire an Assistant for the Economic Section.

 

Our requirements:

- Citizen of Armenia with a clean criminal record

- Strong background in economics, a University graduate with at least a Master’s Degree in Economics

- Great understanding of macroeconomics, good knowledge of the economy of Armenia, both on the sectoral and microeconomic levels, familiarity with the legal environment in Armenia (tax code, relevant laws)

- Excellent command of English (both written and oral) and fluency in Russian; knowledge of Czech language would be an asset

- Strong analytical skills, ability to conduct independent research and prepare background materials on trade and economic matters

- Attention to detail, reliability

- Ability to work independently

- Good communication skills (personal interaction, e-mail, telephone)

- Proficiency in IT (Microsoft Office, Internet)

- Driver’s license would be a plus

- At least 2 years of relevant work experience; experience from the international setting would be a major plus

 

What we offer:

- 1 year contract, with a possibility of extension

- Competitive salary

- Friendly but demanding working environment in the heart of Yerevan

- Close interaction with both Czech and Armenian institutions, companies and business associations

- Opportunity for independent work

 

If interested, please send your CV in English (max. 2 pages) to yerevan@embassy.mzv.cz, with the subject line „Assistant to Economic Section application + your name and surname“. The deadline for submitting applications is 15 August 2021, 23:59 (Armenian time). Applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered.

Suitable candidates will be contacted in the week between 16-20 August and asked to submit a written analysis of a specific economic problem and/or situation (in English, deadline and other details will be specified in a separate e-mail).

Last stage of the selection process will be a personal interview at the Embassy (conducted in English and Russian languages).

Start of the work: September/October 2021 (subject to approval by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic).