E1 SUPPORT CLERK

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Designations: E1 Support Clerk

Location: Gurkha Settlement Office (GSO), Kathmandu 

Req No: 1

British Gurkhas Nepal

Application Closing Date:  31 Aug 22

(Issue date: 15 August 2022; Ref No 25)

Overview:

British Gurkhas Nepal (BGN) provides many services to Gurkha Veterans, one of them is to support them to settle down in the UK. Gurkha Settlement Office supports Ex-Gurkhas and their dependents by providing correct information on Indefinite Leave to Enter/Remain (ILE/R), UK Immigration etc, which helps them to make informed choices and decisions for their settlement in the UK.  GSO assists the veterans with UK Visa application process and documentation alongside providing other relevant information.  This department plays a vital role in connecting BGN with the Veteran Community in Nepal.

BGN Equal Opportunity Protocol:

HQ BGN believes in and promotes equality and diversity and therefore will not discriminate on grounds of gender, orientation, ethnicity, caste, belief, age, disability or communal background. Attempts to manipulate the recruitment process may lead to disqualification of the application.

Key responsibilities include:                      

• Completing Visa Application and Registration forms for UK settlement.
• Verification of required documents.
• Updating database (on behalf of DPM).
• Provide advice on visa processes and counselling.
• Assist to fast-track National Insurance Number.
• Liaise with Records Office and VFS (on behalf of DPM and LO).
• Management of appointment system.
• Keeping up-to-date information on UKVI/Settlement policy and regulation.

Success Profile:

The ideal candidate will have a keen interest in understanding their duties and be familiar with UK visa procedure and immigration rules and policies.   They will also have knowledge of Equality and Diversity, Data Protection, Office Management System, MS Office Applications among others.   Understand and implement BGN SOPs Standard Operating Procedures at work. Should have good communication skills in both English and Nepali (written and spoken) including translating documents. Candidates must ensure their experience and qualifications address these requirements. Candidates with minimum college education/qualification; Intermediate or + 2 (class 12 pass) are preferable. 

The following behaviours[1] will be assessed at interview: Working Together, Delivering at Pace, Managing a Quality Service, Communication and influencing. (Please visit the footnote for better understanding).   Shortlisted candidates will be assessed on their IT, English and Nepali Language Skills including translation.   

Eligibility:

• Internal candidates: SZ1/ SZ2/E2 for promotion SZ3/E1 for level transfer.
• External candidates: Nepali Citizen between 18 to 58 years meeting the above requirements.

Benefits & Working Environment:

• Salary 76,547.00 NPR per month, weekly working hours - 37hrs (Full Time, Permanent).
• Gratuity after completing 3 years’ service.
• Dashain Bonus & Retirement Funds (EPF & CIT).
• Annual leave 25 days and public holidays 10 days.
• 100% reimbursement of Medical expenses for Job Holder and limited reimbursement for immediate dependents.
• Child allowance up to 18 years.

How to apply:

Application form is available here. It must be fully completed and returned to the Human Resources Office (HRO) via email ONLY to (kabita.shrestha101@mod.gov.uk) by 31 Aug 2022.   Interviews for candidates successful at sift will take place in early Sep 22.

Note: Please note that INCOMPLETE Application Form will be REJECTED Straight away.   You can elaborate or add extra page/space in MS Word Format to complete your application.   Please DON’T send your CV/Biodata or other Certificates with your application form.