Department for Business and Trade Looking For Country Based Entry Clearance Officer, Grade – EO, Multiple Vacancies, New Delhi at Delhi, Delhi, Full Time

Main Purpose Of Job

The United Kingdom issued over 2.9 million visa applications worldwide before the pandemic. India was one of the biggest markets and the Decision Making Centre at the British High Commission in New Delhi received almost 600,000 applications in 2018.

The British High Commission requires fixed term contract staff to help process the increase in visa demand that is expected now that restrictions have eased. The contract will be for one year but might be extended subject to intake, operational pressure and individual performance.

As a Visa Decision Maker (VDM), you will play an important role in ensuring that the immigration regulations are correctly and fairly applied to all applications for a UK visa so that only those who qualify are able to enter the UK.

VDM’s are expected to analyse information to make decisions which can sometimes be complex to ensure that a modern, efficient and courteous service is delivered within agreed standards.

Please note: The role will involve access to and handling of classified or sensitive commercial information therefore, Applicant must already hold a minimum of the UK’s SC level of clearance or be able to achieve it.

Because of the security clearance requirement mentioned above, only nationals of the following countries are eligible to apply:

UK or other EU country, Canada, Australia, USA, New Zealand.

Roles & Responsibilities (What will the jobholder be expected to achieve?)

Making Effective Decisions

Effectiveness in this area is about using sound judgement, evidence and knowledge to arrive at accurate, expert and professional decisions and advice. For all staff, it is about careful and thoughtful about the use and protection of government and public information to ensure it is handled securely and with care.

Managing A Quality Service

Are organised to deliver service objectives and striving to improve the quality of service, taking account of diverse customer needs and requirements. Plan, organise and manage your time and activities to deliver a high quality and efficient service

Delivering at Pace

Focus on delivering timely performance with energy and taking responsibility and accountability for quality outcomes. Working to agreed goals and activities and dealing with challenges in a responsive and constructive way

Changing and Improving

Demonstrate interest in others and develop a range of contacts outside own team to help get the job done. Change ways of working to facilitate collaboration for the benefit of the team’s work. Proactively seek information, resources and support from others outside own immediate team in order to help achieve results

Language Requirements

Language: English

Level of language required: Fluent written and spoken

Learning and development opportunities (and any specific training courses to be completed):

• In house training and mentoring will be given
• Use of Visa Management databases and tools
• Training in document security, information protection, keeping children safe, all aspects of Entry Clearance decision making, equality and diversity

Working Patterns

• No relocation, housing or any other related costs or assistance will be provided.
• Interviews will be held via telephone or video conference in line with business needs and applicant availability
• This is an opportunity for a portable career and may particularly appeal to you if your spouse or partner works for the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, UKVI, Home Office, British Council.
• Part time is possible.

Any Other Information (or Specific Local Post Requirements)

The role will involve access to and handling of classified or sensitive commercial information therefore, applicants must already hold a minimum of the UK’s SC level of clearance or be able to achieve it.

Due to the security clearance requirement mentioned above, only nationals of the following countries are eligible to apply:

UK or other EU country (including EEA), Canada, Australia, USA, New Zealand.

Other Information

Personal cost to you: Successful candidates will be expected to meet the costs of their:

• Travel to and from their home to place of work