
Deadline: 12 January 2026
The British Embassy in Cairo is recruiting a Political Officer to join its Political External Team on a full-time, fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave. The position is offered at Executive Officer (EO) grade and will run for 10 months, starting in March 2026.
Key Details
- Start date: 1 March 2026
- Contract type: Full-time, fixed-term (10 months)
- Grade: Executive Officer (EO)
- Monthly salary: USD 1,736
Essential Requirements
Applicants should have:
- At least two years of experience in a political or policy-related role
- Fluency in Arabic and English, written and spoken
- A Bachelor’s degree in political science or a related field
- Strong knowledge of Egypt’s political, regional, and foreign policy context
- Excellent research, analysis, and briefing skills
- Ability to build and maintain external networks
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to work under pressure
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
This role is ideal for professionals with solid political analysis skills who are seeking hands-on experience within a diplomatic mission.
For full job details and application instructions, visit the official application link.