Foreign Service Executive Administrative Assistant Pre-Posting Training

Overview

Delivery method

Classroom

Virtual Classroom

Duration

5 days

Audience

Employees

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 (FSEAA) 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

Legacy course code: 00022486