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New Zealand Embassy - APEC officer
About the New Zealand Embassy Seoul
The New Zealand Embassy Seoul (“Post”) manages New Zealand’s relationship with Korea.
We represent the New Zealand Government to the highest standards of professional excellence in diplomacy, trade and economic engagement, international development and consular services. The Post takes a distinctively New Zealand approach, reflecting New Zealand’s diversity and heritage.
About the Position
Korea will host the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum in 2025. The New Zealand Embassy in Seoul will, therefore, be responsible for supporting New Zealand’s participation in APEC meetings and events in Korea throughout the year. We are seeking an experienced person to join our team to assist with the Post’s delivery of the 2025 APEC year. APEC is a priority for the Post, with New Zealand having hosted APEC in 2021.
The position will be responsible for contributing to the advancement of New Zealand’s foreign policy interests by leading on the logistical and administrative aspects of New Zealand ministers’ and senior officials’ participation in APEC engagements in Korea during 2025. The position will also provide some policy support for New Zealand’s APEC policy priorities.
The position will be based in Seoul. Travel to other parts of Korea may be required. This is a fixed term role for 4 months from 7 July to 7 November 2025.
Key responsibilities
- Manage logistical aspects of New Zealand's participation in APEC meetings, including setting up meeting schedules, organising transport logistics, making hotel and flight bookings, attending meeting and accommodation site visits, and maintaining a strong understanding of travel requirements required for New Zealand ministers and officials to Korea
- Support for Wellington-based staff at post with respect to the administrative and logistical arrangements required to support delivery of New Zealand’s participation in APEC meetings.
- Understand Korea’s policy priorities and deliverables for APEC 2025, and, as required, attend relevant policy meetings and contribute to written and verbal briefings.
- As required, assist with formulating content related to APEC for the Embassy’s social media platforms.
For more information please see the position description below.
If you think this position is right for you, we'd love to hear from you. Send your resume and the application form below to nzembsel@mfat.net by 21 May 2025.