View Vacancy - JOA - Intern – Economy and Prosperity Team

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Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Programme Roles)
Economic and Prosperity

The Economy and Prosperity Team are seeking to recruit an intern. The role will support both the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) and the wider Economy and Prosperity Team (E&P).  The intern will work across all streams, under the supervision of a nominated line manager, supporting day‑to‑day operations, events, visits, and information management.  This is a great opportunity to work cross a broad remit, providing experience in one of the Embassy’s key delivery areas.

Trade Support (Approximately 40%)

   The intern will work closely with the DBT Director to support trade and investment activities, including:

  • Providing administrative and coordination support based on daily interactions with clients and stakeholders.
  • Recording and updating data, maintaining databases and contact lists, and supporting the preparation of presentations and briefing materials.
  • Supporting the organisation and delivery of official meetings, events, and visits, including meeting coordination and logistical arrangements.

Economy and Prosperity Team Support (Approximately 40%)

 The intern will provide general support across the Economy and Prosperity Team’s economic development portfolio, including, economic reform private sector development, trade policy and growth  by:

  • Supporting the organisation of meetings, speaker sessions, and expert engagements, including note taking and drafting meeting minutes when required.
  • Providing logistical and administrative support to programme teams and coordinating with colleagues across the British Embassy Amman.
  • Supporting preparations for incoming missions and official visits, including scheduling, logistics, and preparation of data and supporting documents.
  • Assisting with the organisation of meetings and logistics for planned programme reviews.
  • Undertaking desk-based research on thematic topics as needed.

Information and Data Management (Approximately 20%)

The intern will support effective information management across the team by:

  • Reviewing and improving the structure of the team’s shared e library to ensure information is easy to access and retrieve.
  • Uploading, organising, and maintaining internal and external reports and reference materials.
  • Updating and maintaining stakeholder and partner contact databases.
  • Providing administrative support for external speaker events.

 Working Arrangements

  • The intern will work with all members of the Economy and Prosperity Team, with tasks prioritised by the line manager and/or the team leader.
  • The role requires good organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast paced working environment.
  • The position offers exposure to trade, investment, and economic development work within a diplomatic mission, with primary responsibility for coordination and administrative support.

Key behaviours required:

  • Working Together: Form effective partnerships and relationships with people both internally and externally, from a range of diverse backgrounds, sharing information, resources, and support.
  • Delivering at Pace: Take responsibility for delivering timely and quality results with focus and drive.
  • Communicating and Influencing: Communicate purpose and direction with clarity, integrity, and enthusiasm. Respect the needs, responses, and opinions of others.
  • Developing self and others: Focus on continuous learning and development for self, others and the organisation as a whole.
  • Managing a quality service: Deliver service objectives with professional excellence, expertise and efficiency, taking account of diverse customer needs.

 In addition, we are looking for someone who can demonstrate:

  • Integrity
  • Honesty
  • Objectivity
  • Impartiality

 Eligibility:

 If you are selected for this position, we will be able to employ you as long as:

  •  You have the right to live and work in Jordan; and
  • You receive the appropriate level of security clearance.

 

  • Currently studying towards, or recently completed, a relevant undergraduate degree (e.g. economics, business, international relations, development studies, public policy, or related field).
  • Strong organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
  • Good written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to take clear notes and draft simple summaries or meeting minutes.
  • Confidence in using Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Attention to detail, particularly when handling data, documents, and contact information.
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a professional team, demonstrating reliability and a proactive approach.
  • Willingness to learn and support a wide range of activities in a fast paced working environment.
  • Previous experience in an administrative, coordination, or office support role (including internships or voluntary experience).
  • Experience with data entry, database management, or document management systems (e.g. SharePoint).
  • Familiarity with event or meeting coordination, including logistical arrangements.
  • Interest or prior exposure to trade, investment, economic development, or international development.
  • Experience working in a multi stakeholder or international environment.
  • Ability to work with a high degree of initiative, within agreed guidance.
Communicating and Influencing, Delivering at Pace, Developing Self and Others, Managing a Quality Service, Working Together
18 May 2026
Internship
Full-time, Fixed Term
37
6 months
Middle East & North Africa
Jordan
Amman
British Embassy
1
JOD
220
monthly
1 July 2026

Working Hours and Remuneration

The Embassy aims to offer an attractive working environment and remuneration package for this role, including a remuneration of JOD 220 per month based on 37 hours per week.

There are no other allowances payable as part of this package. No accommodation nor relocation expenses are payable in connection with this internship position.

This is a full-time internship position on a fixed term basis for three (3) months, renewable for a further three (3) months subject to satisfactory performance and on on-going business requirement.

. This position is subject to one (1) month probation period. The appointment is subject to satisfactory local and UK security clearances. The selected candidate must have a right to live and work in Jordan.

Normal working hours at the Embassy are from Sundays to Wednesdays from 08:00-15:30 and Thursdays from 08:00-15:00. The Embassy operates a flexible working policy that allows staff to work different hours as well as allowing staff to work from home one day a week, based on operational requirements and agreement with the line manager, and in line with FCDO and Embassy policies. The successful candidate should be flexible in their approach to hours worked as these will also be dictated by operational needs and may involve working out of hours (evenings/ weekends).

Learning and development is a key success factor when working at the British Embassy. The Embassy follows a 70-20-10 model of learning. Your Line Manager will help you develop a personalised L&D plan and will share opportunities, resources, and guidance to ensure you continue your learning and achieve your full potential. You will also be encouraged to undertake developmental training and get involved in BE Amman corporate activities that offer an opportunity for professional development.

How to apply:

 Interested candidates must include in their online application form:

  • an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV);
  • a covering letter/ motivation essay in English stating how you meet the requirements of the role; and
  • specific examples, in the relevant sections of the online application form, of how you meet the key behaviours and/ or skills required.

 The online application form, CV, cover letter/ essay, and examples must be in English.

 Applications that do not include these this information will not be considered.

Please ensure that your application is authentically written based on your own experiences. If AI tools are used, their usage must only be limited to specific tasks such as ensuring formatting consistency and keyword relevance. The core content, personal narratives, and responses to behaviour and skill-based questions must genuinely reflect your professional journey, experiences, and achievements. We place great importance on originality and individual effort throughout the application process. Any form of plagiarism will result in immediate disqualification.

The closing date for applications is at 23:55 Jordan local time on 18 May 2026

 Applications received after the stated deadline will not be considered.

Internal candidates (i.e., those who are currently employed by the British Embassy Amman) applying for this position should consider informing their current line manager upon submission of their application. 

Due to the large number of applications we receive, only those shortlisted for the next step of the recruitment process will be contacted.

Appointable candidates who were unsuccessful at interview may be placed on a ‘reserve list’. If during the reserve period of six (6) months the same or a largely similar role becomes available, that role may be offered to the second or subsequent candidate.

The start date mentioned in the advert is a tentative start date and the successful candidate will be required to undergo security-vetting procedures. Any offer of employment will be subject to the candidate achieving suitable clearances and reference checks.

The recruitment process, including security clearance, is expected to take around 2-3 months. The security clearance process includes checks available in country and in the UK, dependant on the security level required for the role and the candidate’s profile and UK footprint. You may experience some delay in the progress of this recruitment campaign, and we are working hard to minimise any disruption.

The FCDO operates an agile approach to delivery. To facilitate an agile workforce, you may be required to undertake other duties from time to time as we may reasonably require. The British Embassy Amman is an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to inclusivity, a diverse workforce and valuing difference. Staff recruited locally by the British Embassy are subject to terms and conditions of service according to local labour law.

 

 

 

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This opportunity is closed to applications.