foreign affairs
The operations of a foreign affairs department in a government or public organisation and its regulations.
Consuls represent governments in foreign institutions such as embassies in order to facilitate economic and political cooperation between the two nations. They protect the interests of their home nation and provide bureaucratic assistance to citizens living as expatriates or travelling in the host country.
Competences and skills
39 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 5 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Cross-sector
5 competencesforeign languages for international careers
Languages of the countries in which a potential target labour market would exist to facilitate your career.
government policy implementation
The procedures related to the application of government policies at all levels of public administration.
government representation
The legal and public representation methods and procedures of the government during trial cases or for communication purposes, and the specific aspects of the governmental bodies being represented in order to ensure accurate representation.
public finance
The economic influence of the government, and the workings of government revenue and expenditures.
Essential skills and competences 10 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
2 competencesdevelop international cooperation strategies
Develop plans which ensure a cooperation between international public organisations such as researching different international organisations and their goals and assessing possible alignment with other organisations.
offer assistance to national citizens
Offer assistance to national citizens abroad in emergency situations or for matters related to the national jurisdiction.
Cross-sector
8 competencesadvise on public finance
Advise public organisations such as governmental organisations on their financial operations and procedures, to ensure optimal efficiency.
assess risk factors
Determine the influence of economical, political and cultural risk factors and additional issues.
build international relations
Build positive communication dynamics with organisations from different countries in order to build a cooperative relationship and optimise information exchange.
consider economic criteria in decision making
Develop proposals and take appropriate decisions taking into account economic criteria.
create solutions to problems
Solve problems which arise in planning, prioritising, organising, directing/facilitating action and evaluating performance. Use systematic processes of collecting, analysing, and synthesising information to evaluate current practice and generate new understandings about practice.
develop professional network
Reach out to and meet up with people in a professional context. Find common ground and use your contacts for mutual benefit. Keep track of the people in your personal professional network and stay up to date on their activities.
- Scope note
- This includes the development of social relationships with patients and customers.
issue official documents
Issue and certify official documents to national citizens and foreigners such as passports and certificates.
maintain relationships with government agencies
Establish and maintain cordial working relationships with peers in different governmental agencies.
Optional knowledge 10 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
3 competencescommercial law
The legal regulations that govern a specific commercial activity.
European integration
The evolving and ongoing process of economic, social, and political integration among European countries to enhance their cooperation, collaboration, and prosperity, as well as to overcome historical conflicts seeking peace and stability. European integration has its roots after the Second World War, although the development of the European Union represents its core element.
international commercial transactions rules
Pre-defined commercial terms used in international commercial transactions which stipulate clear tasks, costs and risks associated with the delivery of goods and services.
Cross-sector
7 competencesbusiness management principles
Principles governing business management methods such as strategy planning, methods of efficient production, people and resources coordination.
diplomatic principles
The practices of facilitating agreements or international treaties with other countries by conducting negotiations and attempting to protect the interests of the home government, as well as facilitating compromise.
economics
Economic principles and practices, financial and commodity markets, banking and the analysis of financial data.
family law
The legal rules that govern family-related disputes between individuals such as marriages, child adoption, civil unions, etc.
foreign affairs policy development
The development processes of foreign affairs policies, such as relevant research methods, relevant legislation, and foreign affairs operations.
immigration law
The regulations to follow to ensure compliance during investigations or advice in immigration cases and file handling.
international law
The binding rules and regulations in the relations between states and nations, and legal systems dealing with countries rather than private citizens.
Optional skills and competences 14 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
4 competencesapply immigration law
Apply immigration legislation during the checking of a person's eligibility to enter a nation, in order to ensure legislation is complied with upon entry or to deny the person access.
coordinate government activities in foreign institutions
Coordinate the activities of the home country's government in foreign institutions, such as decentralised government services, resource management, policy management, and other government activities.
host trade delegations
Organise meetings with groups of government officials or company executives coming to the country in order to assess the potential for economic cooperation.
organise cultural events
Arrange events in cooperation with local stakeholders which promote local culture and heritage.
Cross-sector
10 competencesadvise on foreign affairs policies
Advise governments or other public organisations on the development and implementation of foreign affairs policies.
analyse foreign affairs policies
Analyse the existing policies for the handling of foreign affairs within a government or public organisation in order to evaluate them and search for improvements.
apply diplomatic principles
Apply the processes involved in the creation of international treaties by conducting negotiations between representatives of different countries, protecting the home government's interests, and facilitating compromise.
ensure cross-department cooperation
Guarantee communication and cooperation with all the entities and teams in a given organisation, according to the company strategy.
facilitate official agreement
Facilitate an official agreement between two disputing parties, ensuring that both parties agree on the resolution which has been decided on, as well as writing the necessary documents and ensuring both parties sign it.
manage government policy implementation
Manage the operations of the implementation of new government policies or changes in existing policies on a national or regional level as well as the staff involved in the implementation procedure..
perform political negotiation
Perform debate and argumentative dialogue in a political context, using negotiation techniques specific to political contexts in order to obtain the desired goal, ensure compromise, and maintain cooperative relations.
respond to enquiries
Respond to enquiries and requests for information from other organisations and members of the public.
show intercultural awareness
Show sensibility towards cultural differences by taking actions which facilitate positive interaction between international organisations, between groups or individuals of different cultures, and to promote integration in a community.
speak different languages
Master foreign languages to be able to communicate in one or more foreign languages.
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