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<p><span><span><span>We support peace and prosperity by building connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and countries worldwide. For 90 years we have shaped brighter futures through education, arts, culture, language, and creativity.</span></span></span></p><br><br><p><span><span><span>Working with people in over 200 countries and territories, we are on the ground in more than 100 countries.</span></span></span></p><br><br><p><span><span><span><b>We connect. We inspire.</b></span></span></span></p><br><br><br><p><strong><u>The Role:</u></strong></p><br><br><br><p>Supports successful delivery of the Education portfolio in Algeria through implementation of the country Education portfolio including delivery of British Council global programmes - student mobility, tertiary education partnerships, and non-formal education - and client-funded programmes in compliance with British Council policies and procedures. Responsible for financial administration, reporting and data collection, operational project delivery and managing relations with delivery partners.</p><br><br><br><p><strong><u>Main accountabilities but not limited to the following:</u></strong> </p><br><br><br><p>Managing self and others</p><br><br><ul><li>Holds vendors and suppliers to account for delivering services.</li><li>Has the ability to work independently and manage workload against project deadlines.</li></ul><br><p>Financial Support</p><br><br><ul><li>Plan and report on project financial plans and budget expenditure and forecasting to Programme Managers and Head of Programme Delivery; manages smaller budgets.</li><li>Maintain clear and up-to-date records on all financial transactions as per audit requirements.</li><li>Ensure relationships with vendors are maintained and payments are processed on time and in accordance with British Council financial management guidelines and standards.</li></ul><br><p>Project Management</p><br><br><ul><li>Responsible for data management including timely data entry, quality assurance of data, undertaking basic analysis of monitoring data, and developing progress reports to meet needs of funders.</li><li>Supports internal compliance such as due diligence, records management, data collection and storage.</li><li>Manages grants administration, selection & evaluation and procurement processes.</li><li>Manages events-based components and trainings within a programme.</li></ul><br><p>Relationship and Stakeholder Management</p><br><br><ul><li>Manages relationships with clients/partners/stakeholders at appropriate level.</li><li>Manages relationship with vendors and suppliers and holds them to account for delivering services.</li></ul><br><p>Equality, Diversity and Inclusion </p><br><br><ul><li>Actively contributes to an inclusive and anti-racist organisational culture, being aware of your own biases, and taking action to mitigate against these. Ensuring people feel valued and are treated equitably, with support for people’s well-being and mental health.</li><li>Understands the British Council’s approach to equality, diversity and inclusion and how it applies to your role, making time for learning and development relating to EDI and anti-racism.</li><li>Embeds good practice in EDI across all Education projects and programmes, ensuring design and delivery contribute positively to improved gender equality, disability and social inclusion.</li></ul><br><p><strong><u>Role specific knowledge and experience: </u></strong></p><br><br><p><strong><u>Essential:</u></strong></p><br><br><ul><li>Degree or proven experience in one of British Council’s portfolio areas (Arts, Education, English)</li><li>The British Council systems and global processes operate in English. Written and verbal proficiency in English is required.</li><li>Working Arabic and/or French is highly desirable</li><li>Experience of working in a supporting role on programmes or projects.</li><li>Administrative and financial administration experience.</li><li>Good understanding of basic concepts of monitoring and evaluation, and how they are central to good project management</li><li>Some travel and out of hours work may be required</li></ul><br><p><strong>Language Requirements:</strong> The British Council systems and global processes operate in English. Written and verbal proficiency in English is required.</p><br><br><p>Working Arabic and/or French is highly desirable.</p><br><br><br><p><strong><em>Closing Date:</em></strong><em> Applications will close on<strong> 12 August 2026 </strong>at 21:59 UK Time</em></p><br><br><p><em>You must have the legal right to work in<strong> Algeria </strong>at the time of application.</em></p><br><br><p><strong><u>Important Information:</u></strong></p><br><br><ul><li><strong>Business unit:</strong> Cultural Engagement</li><li><strong>Pay Band:</strong> 4</li><li><strong>Country/Location:</strong> Algiers, Algeria</li><li><strong>Contract Type: </strong>Indefinite</li><li><strong>Gross salary</strong>: DZD 81 920</li></ul><br><p><strong><u>Requirements:</u></strong></p><br><br><p>Please note that candidates must have the pre-existing, legal right to work in Algeria.</p><br><br><p>Mobility / relocation / visa sponsoring support will not be provided.</p><br><br><p>British Council supports working in new ways such as hybrid working, subject to full approval by line management and conditional upon our ability to provide the appropriate level of service. This may not be appropriate for all roles but can be explored at interview.</p><br><br><p><span><span><span>A connected and trusted UK in a more connected and trusted world.</span></span></span></p><br><br><p><span><span><span><b>Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement</b></span></span></span></p><br><br><p><span><span><span>We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community as we believe that a diverse workforce gives added depth to our work. The British Council is a Disability Confident Employer. The Disability Confident scheme helps challenge attitudes, increase understanding of disability and ensure staff are drawn from the widest possible pool of talent. We guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the minimum role requirements. We welcome discussions about specific requirements or adjustments to enable participation and engagement in our work and activities.</span></span></span></p><br><br><br><p><span><span><span><b>Safeguarding Statement</b></span></span></span></p><br><br><p><span><span><span>The British Council is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults who we work with. We believe that all children and adults everywhere in the world deserve to live in safe environments and have the right to be protected from all forms of abuse, maltreatment and exploitation as set out in article 19, UNCRC (United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child) 1989. Appointment to positions where there is direct involvement with vulnerable groups will be dependent on thorough checks being completed in line with legal requirements and with the British Council’s Safeguarding policies for Adults and Children.</span></span></span></p><br><br><p><span><span><span>If you experience any difficulties with submitting your application, please email <u>askhr@britishcouncil.org</u></span></span></span></p><br><br><br> </div>
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<br><span>Role Title</span><br><p><strong><span>Customer Service and Sales Assistant</span></strong></p><br><br><span>Role Information</span><br><p><strong><span> Pay Band</span></strong></p><br><br><p><strong><span> Location</span></strong></p><br><br><p><strong><span> Duration</span></strong></p><br><br><p><strong><span> Reports to:</span></strong></p><br><br><p><strong><span>Hourly Paid</span></strong></p><br><br><p><strong><span>Algiers, Algeria</span></strong></p><br><br><p><strong><span>1 year (renewable)</span></strong></p><br><br><p><strong><span>Customer Services and Sales Manager Algeria</span></strong></p><br><br> <br><span>Role purpose</span><br><p><span>To project a professional image of British Council and provide a high quality and integrated enquiry and consultancy service for all British Council’s English and Exams activities, product, and services. To demonstrate the required attitudes, skills, behaviors and knowledge in accordance with British Council Customer Service Standards. </span></p><br><br><p><span>To promote and cross sell British Council products and services meeting British Council sales targets (new and existing students/candidates), Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and supporting Teaching Centre and Exams teams to achieve their annual business targets and objectives</span></p><br><br> <br><span>About us </span><br><p><span>The British Council is the UK’s international organisation for cultural relations and educational opportunities. We create friendly knowledge and understanding between the people of the UK and other countries. We do this by making a positive contribution to the UK and the countries we work with – changing lives by creating opportunities, building connections, and engendering trust.</span></p><br><br><br><p><span>We work with over 100 countries across the world in the fields of arts and culture, English language, education and civil society. Each year we reach over 20 million people face-to-face and more than 500 million people online, via broadcasts and publications. Founded in 1934, we are a UK charity governed by Royal Charter and a UK public body.</span></p><br><br><br><p><span>The British Council is an equal opportunities and diversity employer, and the post-holder will play a role in ensuring that Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion polices are consistently applied through the Human Resources operation. </span></p><br><br><br><p><span>The British Council has a fundamental duty of care of all children engaged in activities with us under our mandatory Child Protection Policy. All our employees must be familiar with and follow the Child Protection Code of Conduct. The British Council affirms the position that all children have the right to be protected from all forms of abuse as set out in article 19, UNCRC 1989.</span></p><br><br><br><br><br><span>Geopolitical/SBU/Function overview:</span><br><p><span>Algeria is the largest country in Africa with a population of 41 million, the second largest in MENA, speaking Arabic, French and a significant number of Amazigh (Berber) languages. 70% of the population is under 30 years of age. A stated objective of the Algerian government is to create economic growth and jobs to meet the aspirations of young people. Education is a priority, with high levels of investment. With its demographic boom school and university education has expanded greatly. </span></p><br><br><br><p><span>The team will be based in Algiers and will consist of 2 Customer Services and Sales Advisors, 2 Customer Service and Sales Assistants, 10 consultants, and a Customer Services and Sales Manager (CSM) reporting to the Cluster Customer Management and Sales Lead (Algeria, Morocco and Tunisia). </span></p><br><br><br><p><span>Our vision is to offer the most Trustworthy, Inspiring and Effective customer service, requiring the least effort from our customers, and where customers experience an outstanding service that enhances the reputation of the British Council.</span></p><br><br><br><p><span>British Council MENA Customer Services and Sales teams will maintain standard Key Performance Indicators that will be evidenced by the annual Mystery Shopping and Customer Effort Assessment. These standards will be reflected in the day to day operations and deliverables.</span></p><br><br><span>Main opportunities/challenges for this role:</span><br><p><span>The Customer Services and Sales Team across the cluster works on a shift basis designed to meet customers’ needs within operational constraints. On occasions, the post holder might be required to work outside the standard working hours and during the weekend. Any additional hours worked will be compensated according to British Council policy.</span></p><br><br><br><p><span>Post holders may be assigned to the specialised hubs or teams and rotated between the hubs regularly, in order to provide them with an opportunity to broaden their skills and gain experience.</span></p><br><br><span>Main Accountabilities:</span><br><p><strong><span>New & existing customer enquiries </span></strong></p><br><br><ul><li><span>To meet and greet face to face customers and respond to all customer enquiries – face to face, calls, emails and social media with a polite and pleasant manner following British Council standards and service strategies e.g. call greeting, call handling, and call closing </span></li><li><span>To generate and/or raise interest level of customers to book them for a placement test or consultation, register for an Exam or attend an event.</span></li><li><span>To create CRM accounts/leads/opportunities/cases immediately when an enquiry is received from a customer. CRM records must be updated from time to time so that there is a complete history of actions/communications with the customer and sales performance can be monitored. </span></li><li><span>To follow up with customers to remind them of their consultation appointment and course/exam/event registration prior to the date of the activities.</span></li><li><span>To offer a one-stop solution or pass enquiries and complaints to the right person, team, or department for their timely follow-up with customers</span></li><li><span>To accept and process refunds and transfer requests from existing customers according to the policy</span></li></ul><br><p><strong><span>Sales</span></strong></p><br><br><ul><li><span>To meet or exceed sales targets (new and existing students) and KPIs </span></li><li><span>To administer placement tests and provide consultation services to students on British Council courses and be the Single Point of Contact (SPOC) for prospects, guiding them through the journey from first enquiry to final sale</span></li><li><span>To register Exams candidates online in a professional and friendly manner </span></li><li><span>To cross sell relevant British Council services and products where appropriate</span></li><li><span>To carry out after sales follow up and phone existing students to remind them to re-register for the next term and understand and log their reasons for not continuing with the British Council.</span></li><li><span>To make outbound calls to prospective and existing Exams candidates to improve sales conversions</span></li></ul><br><p><strong><span>Registration & Financial Compliance: </span></strong></p><br><br><p><strong><span>In line with the regional cash handling policy Customer Services Advisor is required to:</span></strong></p><br><br><ul><li><span>Collect income received and transfer it accurately onto SAP or other financial systems, to maintain records on the system and complete daily reconciliations </span></li><li><span>Ensure that all income collected is reconciled and posted accurately in system</span></li><li><span>Meet requirements of audit and financial reporting and any discrepancy is reported to line management within stipulated deadline</span></li></ul><br><p><strong><span>Product and offer knowledge</span></strong></p><br><br><ul><li><span>To acquire and always maintain an excellent level of product knowledge by attending product training and observing classes. </span></li><li><span>To acquire and always maintain an excellent knowledge of pricing, discounts and offers.</span></li></ul><br><p><strong><span>Systems and record keeping</span></strong></p><br><br><ul><li><span>To be proficient in using relevant systems, such as call centre system, CRM, student registration system (TCMS) and on-line booking systems.</span></li><li><span>To maintain and update all databases and statistics and reports in a timely and accurate manner.</span></li></ul><br><p><strong><span>Other support duties</span></strong></p><br><br><ul><li><span>To participate and/or provide sales support in all sales and marketing events (in or out of the centre) to create awareness and generate leads for the centre.</span></li></ul><ul><li><span>Ensure the front of house and consultation areas are suitably stocked with up-to-date display and promotional materials</span></li></ul><ul><li><span>Provide verification services for UK certificates</span></li><li><span>Conduct telephone-based surveys or gather other customer data</span></li></ul><p><span>Regularly observe Teaching Centre classes and/or visit Exams venues</span></p><br><br><br><p><strong><em><span>Other Responsibilities and main duties</span></em></strong></p><br><br><p><span>As part of the wider Sales and Customer Management team serving both new and existing customers, you will be required to support and assist your colleagues across the cluster in tasks that ensure the smooth running of the operations. This might include participation in Open Days, Parent Events, Seminars, Evening Receptions and Offsite Branch Promotions for example. You may also be required to perform other duties as directed by Line Manager.</span></p><br><br><span>Key Relationships:</span><br><p><span>Maintain close working relationship with wider Cluster Customer Service team and attend all briefings and meetings. </span></p><br><br><br><p><strong><em><span>Internal</span></em></strong></p><br><br><p><span>Customer Services and Sales colleagues and temporary staff, Teaching and Exams Management, Teachers, Marketing Team, Projects Team, Regional & Global Customer Services and Sales Teams</span></p><br><br><br><p><strong><em><span>External</span></em></strong></p><br><br><p><span>Students, Candidates, Partners, Corporate Clients and other customers</span></p><br><br><br><br><span>Role Requirements:</span><br><p><strong><span>Threshold requirements:</span></strong></p><br><br><p><strong><span>Assessment stage</span></strong></p><br><br><p><strong><span>Passport requirements/ Right to work in country</span></strong></p><br><br><p><span>Post holder must be eligible to work in Algeria </span></p><br><br><br><p><span>Shortlisting</span></p><br><br><p><strong><span>Direct contact or managing staff working with children?</span></strong></p><br><br><p><span>Yes. Some British Council customers may be under 18 years so appropriate police check required </span></p><br><br><br><p><span>N/A</span></p><br><br><p><strong><span>Notes</span></strong></p><br><br><p><span>Appropriate police check mandatory </span></p><br><br><p><span>Three satisfactory references required</span></p><br><br><br><p><span>Our normal opening hours are 8 am to 7 pm 7 days a week. The role will regularly require some evening work and may occasionally require a split shift. Some unsocial hours and weekend work may be required</span></p><br><br><br><p><strong><span>Person Specification:</span></strong></p><br><br><br><p><strong><span>Language requirements </span></strong></p><br><br><p><strong><em><span>Minimum / essential</span></em></strong></p><br><br><p><strong><em><span>Desirable</span></em></strong></p><br><br><p><strong><em><span>Assessment Stage</span></em></strong></p><br><br><ul><li><span>Good written and oral communication skills in English APTIS test (CEFR B2) and fluency in French and Arabic</span></li></ul><p><span>N/A</span></p><br><br><p><span>Shortlisting and interview</span></p><br><br><p><strong><span>Qualifications</span></strong></p><br><br><p><strong><em><span>Minimum / essential</span></em></strong></p><br><br><p><strong><em><span>Desirable</span></em></strong></p><br><br><p><strong><em><span>Assessment Stage</span></em></strong></p><br><br><ul><li><span>High School Certificate</span></li></ul><ul><li><span>University degree</span></li></ul><p><span>Shortlisting</span></p><br><br><p><strong><span>Role Specific Knowledge & Experience</span></strong></p><br><br><p><strong><em><span>Minimum / essential</span></em></strong></p><br><br><p><strong><em><span>Desirable</span></em></strong></p><br><br><p><strong><em><span>Assessment Stage</span></em></strong></p><br><br><ul><li><span>Experience in a customer service and sales role </span></li></ul><ul><li><span>Tele-sales experience</span></li><li><span>Education sector experience</span></li><li><span>Knowledge of CRM</span></li></ul><p><span>Shortlisting</span></p><br><br><p><strong><span>Role Specific Skills (if any)</span></strong></p><br><br><p><strong><em><span>Assessment Stage</span></em></strong></p><br><br><ul><li><span>Good communication skills and proven ability to build rapport with customers</span></li></ul><p><span>Shortlisting AND Interview</span></p><br><br><p><strong><span>British Council Behaviours</span></strong></p><br><br><p><strong><em><span>Assessment Stage</span></em></strong></p><br><br><p><strong><em><span>Connecting with others (essential):</span></em></strong></p><br><br><p><span>Making regular opportunities to understand others better</span></p><br><br><br><p><strong><em><span>Creating shared purpose</span></em></strong><span> <strong><em>(essential)</em></strong></span></p><br><br><p><span>Communicating an engaging picture of how we can work together</span></p><br><br><br><p><strong><em><span>Making it happen (essential):</span></em></strong></p><br><br><p><span>Delivering clear results for the British Council</span></p><br><br><br><p><strong><em><span>Working together (essential): </span></em></strong></p><br><br><p><span>Establishing a genuinely common goal with others</span></p><br><br><br><p><strong><em><span>Being accountable (essential):</span></em></strong></p><br><br><p><span>Delivering my best work in order to meet my commitments</span></p><br><br><br><p><strong><em><span>Shaping the future (essential):</span></em></strong></p><br><br><p><span>Looking for ways in which we can do things better </span></p><br><br><p><em><span>Interview</span></em></p><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><p><em><span>Performance management</span></em></p><br><br><p><strong><span>British Council Core Skills</span></strong></p><br><br><p><strong><em><span>Assessment Stage</span></em></strong></p><br><br><p><strong><em><span>Communicating & Influencing (Level 1) </span></em></strong></p><br><br><p><strong><span>Communicates clearly & effectively: </span></strong><span>Listens to others and expresses self clearly, with grammatical accuracy and awareness of a diverse audience in speaking and writing. </span></p><br><br><br><p><strong><em><span>Analysing data and problems (Level 1)</span></em></strong></p><br><br><p><strong><span>Is systematic: </span></strong><span>Breaks down problems into a list of tasks to be done and decides on appropriate action<strong>. </strong></span></p><br><br><br><p><strong><em><span>Using technology (Level 1)</span></em></strong></p><br><br><p><strong><span>Operates as a basic user of information systems, digital and office technology: </span></strong><span>Able, with adjustments if necessary, to use office software and British Council systems to do the job and manage documents or processes.</span></p><br><br><br><p><strong><em><span>Planning & Organizing (Level 1)</span></em></strong></p><br><br><p><strong><span>Is methodical: </span></strong><span>Able to plan own work over short timescales for routine or familiar tasks and processes.</span></p><br><br><p><em><span>Interview</span></em></p><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><p><strong><span>Prepared by: </span></strong></p><br><br><p><strong><span>Date:</span></strong></p><br><br><p><span>Priya Varma,</span><span>Regional Customer Management and Sales Lead</span></p><br><br><p><strong><em><span>13 April 2021</span></em></strong></p><br><br><br> </div>
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<p><span><span><span>As a valued employee of the British Council, you already help us deliver our mission to support peace and prosperity by building connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and countries worldwide. For over 90 years we have shaped brighter futures through education, arts, culture, language, and creativity.</span></span></span></p><br><br><p><span><span><span>You are part of our organisation in over 200 countries and territories and where we are on the ground in more than 100 countries.</span></span></span></p><br><br><p><b><span><span><span>We connect. We inspire.</span></span></span></b></p><br><br><p><strong><u>Further Information</u></strong> </p><br><br><ul><li><strong>Number of positions: 1 </strong></li><li><strong>British Council Pay Band 7 </strong></li><li><strong>Employment Type: Indefinite Contract Local</strong></li><li><strong>Location: Alegria</strong></li><li><strong>Deadline to receive applications: 9th August 2026 </strong></li><li><strong>Candidates are expected to have the right to live and work in Alegria</strong></li><li><strong>Salary: DZD 195,000 Monthly gross salary</strong></li></ul><br><p><strong>Role Purpose:</strong></p><br><br><p>The Business Operations Manager will oversee the management of the business administration, local financial processes, estates, local administrative and human resources activities, as well as IT and security functions in Algeria. The role will ensure that British Council corporate standards and relevant polices/ procedures are met, and ensure that the business support team are efficiently and effectively deployed to support operations in achieving business objectives and ensuring compliance across Business Operations and all Algeria Departments. The role will ensure that team performance adds value to the delivery of objectives and to ensure that all risks, particularly financial compliance and business continuity are identified, monitored, managed and controlled.</p><br><br><p>To support new initiatives and organisational change by providing appropriate advice, support, training and leadership to all operational teams, across Departments. </p><br><br><p>To be a key, and pro-active member of the Country Leadership Team (CLT)</p><br><br><br><p><strong>Main Accountabilities:</strong></p><br><br><p><strong>Management</strong></p><br><br><ul><li><strong>Oversee and manage the entire Business Operations (BO) team.</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Manage and monitor overhead budgets: this includes providing advice and decision support to the Country Director, explaining variances and making recommendations for adjustments/re-forecasting; also provide information for Exams and Teaching Centre business plans, forecasts and commentaries as necessary;</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Regularly update cashflow projections according to rolling corporate schedule to support expected spend on business support services.</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Promote and support our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) policy in Algeria in coordination with the office EDI coordinator</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Actively seek efficiency savings to improve KPls; ensure value for money through supplier negotiations; understand and extract data from the financial and business system (SAP) to analyse trends and recommend changes to enhance performance.</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Conduct general induction for new joiners (incl. non-BOT staff).</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Manage and update key local policies (e.g., office policies, mobile phone, etc.).</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Monitor local Delegated Authorities.</strong></li></ul><br><p><strong>Relationship Management, Suppliers, and Services</strong></p><br><br><ul><li><strong>Manage contracts and services of outsourced providers for premises maintenance, accounting and payroll preparation, office cleaning, IT, transportation and premises security.</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Manage vendor relationships to ensure quality and cost effective provision of services such as transport/travel, hotel, catering and hospitality, courier/post, real estate and landlord(s). All services are supported by strong compliance and control regime around contracts and purchase order processes.</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Manage relationships with government, local law enforcement and embassies, as relevant, on regulatory compliance and security-related issues and ensure that country leadership team is properly briefed.</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Oversee office wide procurement and contracts management in close coordination with from British Council's procurement unit, 'MarketPlace'</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Manage event planning and execution/logistics.</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Arrange travel for visitors and regional teams.</strong></li></ul><br><p><strong>Risk Management</strong></p><br><br><ul><li><strong>Co-ordinate crisis management planning, ensuring that contact lists and records are kept up to date and acting as a key member of the incident control team, if convened</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Lead on development and testing of Business Continuity Plan (BCP); ensuring that plan is maintained and supports any off-site working arrangements that may become necessary.</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Lead on management of top risks, scheduling quarterly and annual meetings to help fellow senior managers identify and develop mitigation plans for key risks to the business; draft templates for management discussion and Director's 'sign-off' as necessary.</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Ensure that all children and vulnerable adults who we come into contact with through our work are properly respected and protected in full compliance with our global safeguarding and child protection policies; plans are in place to assure this.</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Risk assessments for selected activity and our premises (incl partner premises where relevant) are conducted to inform planning and action and ensure safe and secure working environment.</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Adequate insurance cover is in place linked to our global policy and supplemented locally as necessary.</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Liaise with tax, accounting and legal advisors as necessary - locally and within British Council (region and HQ) - to ensure that status and tax affairs are properly managed and that we are compliant with local law.</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Ensure that information governance and risk management (IGRM) policies are being followed and that our systems and practice are compliant particularly around use of personal data and serve as first point of contact with regional IGRM advisor.</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Oversees stock checks (e.g. stationery, cleaning supplies, IELTS materials) by set deadlines to ensure appropriate controls meet separation of duty requirements</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Support internal audit processes.</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Act as the fraud focal point.</strong></li></ul><br><p><strong>Facilities and Estates Management</strong></p><br><br><ul><li><strong>Oversee office management including e.g. leases and renewals, moves and renovations, relationship with landlord</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Monitor building and ground maintenance of all British Council rented properties and ensure office storage facilities are secure in compliance with British Council requirements and local legislation.</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Implement yearly preventive building and ground maintenance schedules, ensuring timely action and reporting.</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Ensure office services and supplier contracts (e.g. cleaning, IT, security) are delivered effectively in line with corporate standards.</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>British Council assets are properly accounted for and looked after, with inventories prepared and kept up-to-date; this includes any British Council assets in partner premises or rented properties (in the case of UK-appointed/international staff).</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Travel policy and procedures including use of public transport/taxis are fit-for-purpose i.e. safe and efficient; and communicated to and adhered to by staff.</strong></li></ul><br><p><strong>Security</strong></p><br><br><ul><li><strong>Lead on the development of a security compliance regime for British Council Algeria operations, ensuring that security contingency plans are in place and evacuation or lockdown procedures are understood by staff and customers.</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Manage security stakeholder relationships with outsourced security company, local authorities, British Embassy, Regional Security Director</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Ensure that all security equipment and lifeline devices are accounted for and in good working order.</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Ensure all incidents are investigated and reported appropriately.</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Ensure that training and awareness-raising for staff and/or contractors is organized and provided as appropriate.</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Oversee and develop security team if needed (currently outsourced)</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Manage staff access control to premises.</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Assess security measures in new offices/venues and partner schools.</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Manage staff access/removal from Telephone Tree, SOLACE, Teams channels, and mailing lists.</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Oversee public liability insurance management.</strong></li></ul><br><p><strong>On-site Finance Related Activities</strong></p><br><br><ul><li><strong>Oversee cash-handling and banking procedures; ensure cash policy is compliant with global British Council policies</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Oversee petty cash policy and conduct petty cash spot checks</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Check cash receipts from Customer Services with journals posted as required.</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Manage relationship with bank, ensuring that adequate signatories are in place for cheque authorisation and/or approval of electronic transactions.</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Oversee the BO team’s processing of off-system payments and urgent advances.</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Safeguard and manage cheque books handover.</strong></li></ul><br><p><strong>Procurement & Contract Management</strong></p><br><br><ul><li><strong>Handle high-value procurement and tendering.</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Manage key operations contracts.</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Conduct due diligence and vendor screening.</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Monitor and update Preferred Suppliers List and aggregate spend across departments.</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Oversee finance payables and receivables, including off-system transactions.</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Support FCCF.</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Monitor PO GR IR.</strong></li></ul><br><p><strong>HR Operations & Mobility</strong></p><br><br><ul><li><strong>Supervise implementation of all HR Operations tasks that require to be performed locally, including admin support (relationship with Labour Inspectorate, employee files, preparation of documents, CNAS forms, payroll signatory coordination, medical insurance, etc.)</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Coordinate work permit and residency submissions for foreign employees.</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Assist with rent hunting, utilities setup, Wi-Fi, and lease management for foreign employees.</strong></li></ul><br><p><strong>Health & Safety</strong></p><br><br><ul><li><strong>Ensure safe and clean working environment for staff and customers in line with our health and safety standards, local law and audit recommendations.</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Preventive maintenance schedule is developed and overseen.</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Risk assessments are carried out and acted upon.</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Training and awareness-raising for staff and/or contractors on safe working practices eg. first aid, fire safety, waste management etc.</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Appropriate channels in place for staff to raise health and safety issues.</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Ensure all incidents are investigated and reported appropriately.</strong></li></ul><br><p><strong>Role specific knowledge and experience:</strong></p><br><br><p><strong>Minimum/essential</strong></p><br><br><ul><li><strong>Experience in managing and leading a team in an international context/ a multi-cultural organization.</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Strong organizational skills with the ability to priorities tasks and meet deadlines in a complex event driven organization</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Track record of building effective relationships with business leadership teams in the delivery of high quality and effective professional services</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Experience of developing and managing a range of complex internal and external stakeholder relationships</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Demonstrates excellent management of administration roles</strong></li></ul><ul><li><strong>Excellent understanding of business strategy and practices</strong></li></ul><br><p><strong>Desirable </strong></p><br><br><ul><li>Experience in management change</li></ul><ul><li>Working in both public, not for profit and private sector organizations</li></ul><ul><li>Experience of working in a matrix management structure.</li></ul><br><br><p><strong>Education</strong></p><br><br><p>Bachelor’s degree in business management or relevant field </p><br><br><br><p><strong>Language</strong></p><br><br><p>The British Council systems and global processes operate in English. Written and verbal proficiency in English is required” </p><br><br><p>Working Arabic and/or French is highly desirable. </p><br><br><br><p><strong>Please note that all applications should be submitted in English only.<br>It is advisable to apply in advance to avoid any technical issues at the last moment.</strong></p><br><br><br><br><p><span><span><span>A connected and trusted UK in a more connected and trusted world.</span></span></span></p><br><br><p><b><span><span><span>Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement</span></span></span></b></p><br><br><p><span><span><span>We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community as we believe that a diverse workforce gives added depth to our work. The British Council is a Disability Confident Employer. The Disability Confident scheme helps challenge attitudes, increase understanding of disability and ensure staff are drawn from the widest possible pool of talent. We guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the minimum role requirements. We welcome discussions about specific requirements or adjustments to enable participation and engagement in our work and activities.</span></span></span></p><br><br><br><p><b><span><span><span>Safeguarding Statement</span></span></span></b></p><br><br><p><span><span><span>The British Council is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults who we work with. We believe that all children and adults everywhere in the world deserve to live in safe environments and have the right to be protected from all forms of abuse, maltreatment and exploitation as set out in article 19, UNCRC (United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child) 1989. Appointment to positions where there is direct involvement with vulnerable groups will be dependent on thorough checks being completed in line with legal requirements and with the British Council’s Safeguarding policies for Adults and Children.</span></span></span></p><br><br><p><span><span><span>If you experience any difficulties with submitting your application, please email <u>askhr@britishcouncil.org</u></span></span></span></p><br><br><br> </div>