The Royal Norwegian Embassy in Algiers is recruiting a full-time administrative officer, starting March 2026. We are looking for a trustworthy person who is organized, safety-conscious and will represent Norway with a professional approach. Responsibilities include administrative and consular affairs.
The Embassy has 12 employees, 3 posted diplomats from Norway and 9 locally employed. The Chancellery is situated in Ben Aknoun and is collocated with the Danish Embassy.
How to apply:
All applicants are requested to send their CV and application via Halkorb -RH as soon as possible and before 10. February 2026.
The application deadline is 10 February.
Duties and responsibilities
- Process consular cases
- Provide customer service in person, by email and telephone
- Coordinate with the Norwegian Honorary Consulate in Tunis
- Coordinate requests with various Norwegian, Algerian and other public authorities
- Assist in other office and administrative tasks
- The Head of Mission may amend the content of the position as required.
Qualifications
- Preferably minimum 3 years' work experience in a relevant field
- Experience or studies related to administrative/office work is an advantage
- Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Office and other digital platforms
- Fluency in English, French and Arabic, both written and oral
- Good knowledge of Algerian immigration law and matters to be able to provide advice to Norwegian citizens
- Work experience from an international working environment within service and/or office administration, or from public administration, is an advantage
- Knowledge of Norwegian or other Scandinavian languages is considered an asset
Skills and competences
- Ability to work independently and efficiently in a structured manner
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Strong communication and people skills
- Ability to work under stress and time pressure
- Good practical skills
- High personal integrity, sense of duty, loyalty and discretion
- Proactive attitude and a professional approach
Personal attributes: Honest and trustworthiness; respectful; service-minded; pleasant and positive attitude; and excellent collaboration skills.
We can offer
- Competitive salary, which will be determined based on qualifications and experience
- Dynamic and harmonious workplace with a team that values collaboration, good communication, and flexibility.
- 25 days of annual leave
- On-the-job training
Terms and conditions
- Working hours from 08:30-16:00, 37,5 hours per week, Sunday to Thursday
- There will occasionally be a requirement to perform extra hours due to Embassy activity during evenings and weekends. Extra hours will be compensated accordingly to Algerian Law
- Trial period of 6 months
- Taxable to Algeria
- Membership CNAS
- Valid and clean legal record