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Paul is a Third Secretary performing the role of Deputy European Correspondent with the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.
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What are the main tasks and responsibilities?
Monthly meetings with the EU mean the Minister needs accurate and timely briefing materials. I coordinate and draft these, alongside other projects that fall under the EU’s common foreign and security policy. My division also has an impact and an input on business planning, performance metrics and strategy statements.
I only started working here in 2019 and since then I’ve been fortunate to work in some incredible roles and across some influential briefs. My role has given me a fascinating vantage point to witness diplomacy in action.
What particular skills do you bring to your workplace?
I’ve been able to build relationships with so many different colleagues and learn about the work of sections different from my own. I’ve been able to learn so much in such a short timeframe about the impact and influence of Ireland’s foreign policy priorities.