The Embassy of Finland in Nairobi is seeking to recruit two Consular Service Officers, starting on 2 March 2026 (or as agreed). This is a two-year fixed-term position. The Consular Service Officer will work as part of the Embassy’s Consular Service team.
The Embassy of Finland in Nairobi is the largest Finnish mission in Africa, covering a total of five countries and two UN organizations. Working at the embassy gives you the opportunity to promote Finland’s interests around the world and gain insight into both government administration and the everyday life of international relations.
A consular officer works as part of the consular and immigration team.
The key tasks of the task manager are:
- Assistance in immigration matters, including receiving and processing visa and residence permit applications, including interviews with applicants
- Assistance with passport matters
- Consular Services Customer Service
- Responding to customer inquiries and communicating with the visa application center
- Participation in updating the embassy’s website and social media
- Other tasks assigned by the Head of Mission and immediate superior
The applicant is required to:
- Finnish citizenship
- Good oral and written skills in Finnish and English
Successful performance of the task requires the ability to work both independently and in a team in a multicultural environment, decision-making skills and good computer skills. We expect the task manager to have good interaction skills, customer service attitude, diligence and the ability to work under pressure. Previous experience in similar tasks in Finnish missions abroad is considered an advantage.
The salary will be determined according to the local salary level. The selected person will be directly employed by the embassy.
We offer interesting tasks, the opportunity to develop your skills, and a pleasant work community.
Collection:
Applicants are requested to submit by Friday, January 23, 2026 at 4:00 PM EAT:
- Curriculum vitae (including possible references)
- Free-form motivation letter
The application letter should be sent to the email address [email protected] with the subject line “Application, Consular Service Officer”. Any questions regarding the position should also be sent to the same address.
Please note that the mission will only contact candidates who have been selected for the next round. Applications will not be returned.
A security clearance will be carried out on the candidate for the position with the applicant’s consent (Security Act 7262014). More detailed information on the security clearance procedure and the rights of the person subject to the clearance can be found on the website of the Finnish Security Intelligence Service ( https://supo.fi/turvallisuusselvitykset)
Data processing:
We will treat your personal data provided to us confidentially and in accordance with EU data protection legislation. We will not transfer or disclose your data without a justified and lawful reason. Please read our privacy policy on our website at https://um.fi/tietosuojaBy applying for the position, you accept the privacy policy and consent to the processing of your personal data.
