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Working for the British Council offers you a unique opportunity to gain experience and develop skills in a modern, rapidly changing organisation with worldwide influence and impact. Jobs with the British Council offer scope for versatility, initiative and creativity in a stimulating and supportive environment. Please find our current vacancies below 'How do I apply?'.

How do I apply? 
1. Familiarize yourself with the work of the British Council in Sub-Saharan Africa by visiting our blog and by browsing this website
2. Read our how to complete an application document
3. Read the behaviours document and the generic skills dictionary
4. Fill in the application form and submit it via email to the advertised address. Please note: We do not accept CV's.

British Council is committed to a policy of equal opportunity and diversity. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and we guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria.

Click here for a list of available vacancies
South Africa - Arts Advisor

The British Council in South Africa is looking for a qualified individual to fill the post of an 'Arts Advisor' based in Johannesburg. Please note that although the job title is advisor - the post holder is very much expected to take on design and management of arts programmes.
For more info regarding the job, please download and read through the ‘role profile’ document below.

Purpose of Job:
The Arts Advisor will work with the BC senior team in South Africa to deliver programmes, audiences and partnerships which contribute to the British Council's cultural relations programme through the arts and creative industries.

Main Duties and Responsibilities: 
Maintain and develop close understanding of and links with the sector in South Africa
Provide market intelligence and information
Develop partnerships and project ideas
Develop specific projects
Maintain and develop relationships with managers
Manage people and finances

How to apply?
Read through the role profile document. Send a recent copy of your CV along with a covering letter to: Lisa.Phasha@britishcouncil.org Deadline for applications: 16 February 2012.

Applications received after the deadline will not be considered. Only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted.

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Nigeria -Facilities Officer

The British Council in Nigeria is looking for a qualified individual to fill the post of an 'Facilities Officer' based in Lagos.
For more info regarding the job, please download and read through the ‘role profile’ document below.

Purpose of Job:
To contribute to the achievement of British Council objectives by supporting the effective and efficient planning, management, delivery and evaluation of facilities, estate, and procurement; and maintenance of an appropriate working and living environment for staff and visitors.

How to apply?
Read through the role profile document. Download and complete the application form. To help you understand and complete the application form, read through the ‘How to complete the application’ document at the top of this page. Listed within the role profile document, you will find a number of listed ‘behaviours’ and ‘skills and knowledge’. Evidence against those criteria’s will need to be provided in your role application form. To help you understand those criteria’s, we have provided a ‘behaviours’ and ‘generic skills' dictionary at the top of this page.

Please read all the documents carefully before you fill in the job application form. Telephone applications or enquiries will not be considered. Completed applications should be sent via email to: Hposts@ng.britishcouncil.org  Deadline: 15 February 2012.

Applications received after the deadline will not be considered. Only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted. We do not accept CV's, handwritten applications or expressions of interest.

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Nigeria -Administrative assistant

The British Council in Nigeria is looking for a qualified individual to fill the post of an 'Administrative assistant' based in Abuja.
For more info regarding the job, please download and read through the ‘role profile’ document below.

Purpose of Job:
Provision of secretarial, administrative and logistics support to Deputy Director and other staff in Abuja office and across the directorate.

How to apply?
Read through the role profile document. Download and complete the application form. To help you understand and complete the application form, read through the ‘How to complete the application’ document at the top of this page. Listed within the role profile document, you will find a number of listed ‘behaviours’ and ‘skills and knowledge’. Evidence against those criteria’s will need to be provided in your role application form. To help you understand those criteria’s, we have provided a ‘behaviours’ and ‘generic skills' dictionary at the top of this page.

Please read all the documents carefully before you fill in the job application form. Telephone applications or enquiries will not be considered. Completed applications should be sent via email to: Hposts@ng.britishcouncil.org  Deadline: 15 February 2012.

Applications received after the deadline will not be considered. Only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted. We do not accept CV's, handwritten applications or expressions of interest.

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Nigeria - Examinations Officer -  Schools

The British Council in Nigeria is looking for a qualified individual to fill the post of an 'Examinations Officer' based in Lagos.
For more info regarding the job, please download and read through the ‘role profile’ document below.

Main Duties and Responsibilities
To support Examination Services in Nigeria in delivering Schools exams and to maintain them at the highest professional standards as set out in the British Council's EQS (Examination Quality Standards), examinations boards and partners.

Accountabilities and responsibilities: 
As Schools Exams Officer,  the post holder will be line managed by the DCEM Nigeria.
All administrative procedures are in full compliance with Examination boards, Partners and EQS standards.
Reliability: to ensure examinations are delivered securely according to board requirements
Quality and Compliance: to deliver a high standard of customer service to our schools and their candidates. As measured by our own Exams Quality Standards, Customer Service Standards, and  inspection visits from Cambridge International Exams and other examination boards as required.
Finance: all British Council standards for managing finances are met with relation to income reconciliations, cash handling, managing POs, managing contracts and procurement.

How to apply?
Read through the role profile document. Download and complete the application form. To help you understand and complete the application form, read through the ‘How to complete the application’ document at the top of this page. Listed within the role profile document, you will find a number of listed ‘behaviours’ and ‘skills and knowledge’. Evidence against those criteria’s will need to be provided in your role application form. To help you understand those criteria’s, we have provided a ‘behaviours’ and ‘generic skills' dictionary at the top of this page.

Please read all the documents carefully before you fill in the job application form. Telephone applications or enquiries will not be considered. Completed applications should be sent via email to: Hposts@ng.britishcouncil.org  Deadline: 17 February 2012.

Applications received after the deadline will not be considered. Only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted. We do not accept CV's, handwritten applications or expressions of interest.

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Ethiopia - Project Co-ordinator

The British Council in Ethiopia is looking for a qualified individual to fill the post of a 'Project Co-ordinator'.
For more info regarding the job, please download and read through the ‘role profile’ document below.

Job aim
To support Project Managers in the implementation of specific operational projects within the country programme.

How to apply?
Read through the role profile document. Download and complete the application form. To help you understand and complete the application form, read through the ‘How to complete the application’ document at the top of this page. Listed within the role profile document, you will find a number of listed ‘behaviours’ and ‘skills and knowledge’. Evidence against those criteria’s will need to be provided in your role application form. To help you understand those criteria’s, we have provided a ‘behaviours’ and ‘generic skills' dictionary at the top of this page.

Please read all the documents carefully before you fill in the job application form. Telephone applications or enquiries will not be considered. Completed applications should be submitted/posted to the address below or to recruitment@et.britishcouncil.org by 17 February 2012.

Resources Manager
British Council
PO Box 1043
Comoros Street
Addis Ababa
Ethiopia

Applications received after the deadline will not be considered. Only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted. We do not accept CV's, handwritten applications or expressions of interest.

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Uganda - Exams Officer

The British Council in Uganda is looking for a qualified individual to fill the post of a 'Exams Officer'.
For more info regarding the job, please download and read through the ‘role profile’ document below.

Job aim
Ensure that day to day delivery of exams meets British Council standards and follows procedure. Identify opportunities for service or business improvement.

How to apply?
Read through the role profile document. Download and complete the application form. To help you understand and complete the application form, read through the ‘How to complete the application’ document at the top of this page. Listed within the role profile document, you will find a number of listed ‘behaviours’ and ‘skills and knowledge’. Evidence against those criteria’s will need to be provided in your role application form. To help you understand those criteria’s, we have provided a ‘behaviours’ and ‘generic skills' dictionary at the top of this page.

Completed application forms should be submitted via email to application@ppg.co.ug with subject “Application for the job of Exam Officer” by 05 PM on Friday 17th February 2012. Only applications received on the British Council application form will be considered.

While we thank all applicants for your interest, only the selected will be contacted. Any form of lobbying will lead to automatic disqualification.

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Uganda - Project Associate

The British Council in Uganda is looking for a qualified individual to fill the post of a 'Project Associate'.
For more info regarding the job, please download and read through the ‘role profile’ document below.

Job aim
Study the current agronomic and management practices used by tea growers in the region and assess losses at every stage along the value chain. Design soil fertility management technologies including collection of soil samples, laboratory soil analysis and interpretation of results

How to apply?
Read through the role profile document. Download and complete the AKTP application form. To help you understand and complete the application form, read through the ‘How to complete the application’ document at the top of this page. Listed within the role profile document, you will find a number of listed ‘behaviours’ and ‘skills and knowledge’. Evidence against those criteria’s will need to be provided in your role application form. To help you understand those criteria’s, we have provided a ‘behaviours’ and ‘generic skills' dictionary at the top of this page.

Completed application forms should be submitted via email to info@britishcouncil.or.ug with subject “AKTP PROJECT ASSOCIATE” by 13:00 17 February 2012. Only applications received on the British Council application form will be considered and only short-listed candidates will be contacted

The British Council is committed to a policy of Equal Opportunity and Diversity and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community. We guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria.

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Ethiopia - Communications Manager

The British Council in Ethiopia is looking for a qualified individual to fill the post of a 'Communications Manager'.
For more info regarding the job, please download and read through the ‘role profile’ document below.

Job aim
To lead the communications and marketing function.

How to apply?
Read through the role profile document. Download and complete the application form. To help you understand and complete the application form, read through the ‘How to complete the application’ document at the top of this page. Listed within the role profile document, you will find a number of listed ‘behaviours’ and ‘skills and knowledge’. Evidence against those criteria’s will need to be provided in your role application form. To help you understand those criteria’s, we have provided a ‘behaviours’ and ‘generic skills' dictionary at the top of this page.

Please read all the documents carefully before you fill in the job application form. Telephone applications or enquiries will not be considered. Completed applications should be submitted/posted to the address below or to recruitment@et.britishcouncil.org by 17 February 2012.

Resources Manager
British Council
PO Box 1043
Comoros Street
Addis Ababa
Ethiopia

Applications received after the deadline will not be considered. Only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted. We do not accept CV's, handwritten applications or expressions of interest.

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South Africa - IELTS examiner

Do you want to join our team of professionals, gain experience and develop new skills? If your answer is YES, why not become a freelance IELTS examiner and work for the British Council in South Africa? IELTS is the International English Language Testing System.

Thousands of people in 120 countries are now using IELTS to open doors throughout the English speaking world and beyond. IELTS is one of the fastest growing English language tests in the world, and close to 5 000 educational institutions, agencies and professional organizations around the world recognize IELTS scores as a trusted and valid indicator of ability to communicate in English. We are looking for suitably qualified and experienced individuals to join our team of freelance IELTS examiners.

You will need: 
An undergraduate degree or a qualification which can be demonstrated to be equivalent to an undergraduate degree
A recognised qualification in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
At least 3 years’ full time or equivalent part time teaching experience relevant to TESOL (post TESOL qualification)
Have a customer friendly approach
Have excellent written and oral communication skills
Willingness to work on Saturdays as well as weekdays
What can the British Council South Africa offer you? 
Training and qualification which is recognised across  the world
Attractive remuneration
Good working environment and vibrant team of colleagues

How to apply?
If you are interested, read through the 'IELTS Examiner Minimum Professional Requirements' & 'A Guide for Applicants to IELTS Examiner Recruitment' documents. Download and complete the application form. Send your completed application, photocopies of your degree and ELT qualifications to: ellen.campanella@britishcouncil.org.za

Deadline for applications: 20 February 2012. Only shortlisted candidates will be informed by 05 March 2012.

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Ethiopia - Part Time Customer Service Advisers

The British Council in Ethiopia is looking for a qualified individuals to fill the post of a 'Part Time Customer Service Advisers'.
For more info regarding the job, please download and read through the ‘role profile’ document below.

Job aim
To ensure that a consistently excellent level of care is provided to internal and external customers in line with British Council corporate standards.

How to apply?
Read through the role profile document. Download and complete the application form. To help you understand and complete the application form, read through the ‘How to complete the application’ document at the top of this page. Listed within the role profile document, you will find a number of listed ‘behaviours’ and ‘skills and knowledge’. Evidence against those criteria’s will need to be provided in your role application form. To help you understand those criteria’s, we have provided a ‘behaviours’ and ‘generic skills' dictionary at the top of this page.

Please read all the documents carefully before you fill in the job application form. Telephone applications or enquiries will not be considered. Completed applications should be submitted/posted to the address below or to recruitment@et.britishcouncil.org by 24 February 2012.

Resources Manager
British Council
PO Box 1043
Comoros Street
Addis Ababa
Ethiopia

Applications received after the deadline will not be considered. Only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted. We do not accept CV's, handwritten applications or expressions of interest.

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