Foreign Service Executive Administrative Assistant Pre-Posting Training
Overview
Delivery method
Virtual Classroom
Duration
10 half days
Audience
Employees
Description
This training introduces participants to the structure and operations of Canadian missions abroad. It focuses on the roles and responsibilities of a Foreign Service Executive Administrative Assistant for a Head of Mission or Program Manager.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- carry out the role and responsibilities of an executive administrative assistant in a mission abroad
- prepare correspondence and diplomatic bags
- follow up on program budget
- provide managers with advice using FAS and FARS
- prepare travel authorizations and claims according to the Joint National Council Travel Directive
- prepare hospitality claims according to the Department policy
- use social media strategically at mission
- apply best practices in information management
Note: Registration is by invitation only. The training provider will contact employees to coordinate registration if they are eligible based on their position or role at mission.
Legacy course code: 00022486
Additional upcoming sessions
| Date and Time | Session code | Location | Language | Available seats | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 26, 2025, 8:30 am to 12:30 pm (ET) | AD0053-BIL-20250526 | Virtual | Bilingual | Full | Sign in to register |
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