political affairs officer
Political affairs officers analyse developments in foreign politics and other policy matters, monitor conflicts and consult on mediation measures, as well as other developmental strategies. They write reports to ensure communication with governmental bodies, and develop policies and implementation methods.
Also called: political aide, campaigner, political consultant, prime minister adviser, political advisor, political campaign officer, president adviser, advocacy and political affairs officer
- 10
- essential skills
- 21
- optional skills
- 8
- related roles
- 2422
- ISCO-08 group
Where you can go from here
8 rolesOccupations sharing the most essential skills with this one. The number is a count, not an opinion.
- embassy counsellor6 skills in common
- ambassador5 skills in common
- foreign affairs officer5 skills in common
- public affairs consultant3 skills in common
- cultural policy officer2 skills in common
- environmental policy officer2 skills in common
- social security administrator2 skills in common
- social service consultant2 skills in common
Optional skills
21- analyse potential threats against national security
- apply conflict management
- assess danger in risk areas
- assess risk factors
- develop international cooperation strategies
- diplomatic principles
- ensure cross-department cooperation
- European integration
- European political studies
- good governance
- identify security threats
- international law
- maintain operational communications
- maintain relationships with government agencies
- observe new developments in foreign countries
- perform political negotiation
- political economy
- present reports
- represent union members
- scientific research methodology
- show intercultural awareness
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