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The Consulate of Spain in Havana has launched a call for applications aimed at Cuban citizens or legal residents on the island to fill two permanent staff positions in the category of Administrative Assistant.
The procedure will be conducted through open access, under the competitive examination system, and the deadline for submitting applications expires on June 20, 2025.
Requirements to participate
Candidates must meet the following requirements:
- Minimum age of 17 years, without exceeding the legal limit for signing an employment contract.
-Qualification: Elementary High School Diploma, Graduated from Secondary Education, EGB, ESO, or equivalent.
-Functional capacity to perform the job duties.
-Not having been sanctioned or disqualified from public employment.
-If not a Cuban citizen, you must have a valid residence and work permit in Cuba.
Stages of the selection process
The process consists of two phases:
1. Opposition phase
-50-question multiple-choice exam.
- Practical case related to the functions of the position.
Both tests are graded out of 10 points, and it is necessary to obtain at least 5 points in each to pass.
2. Contest phase
The educational and professional merits of the candidates will be evaluated, with a maximum score of 20 points, distributed as follows:
-Work experience in similar positions: up to 15 points.
-Relevant courses and degrees: up to 3 points.
-Public interview: up to 2 points.
Submission of applications
Interested individuals must complete the official form (Annex III), available at:
-The headquarters of the Ministry of Labor, Migrations, and Social Security.
The offices of the Spanish Embassy in Cuba.
-Website: mites.gob.es - Cuba.
Applications should preferably be submitted electronically through the General Electronic Registry within a period of 10 business days from the publication of the announcement.
Exceptionally, paper submissions will be accepted if electronic submission is not possible, at the office of the Council: Ave. 70, No. 517-519 between Ave. 5ªB and Ave. 7ª, Miramar, Playa, Havana.
A photocopy of the identity document or passport must be attached.
Postal applications must be postmarked on time. Regular postmarks will not be accepted as valid proof.
Remuneration and working conditions
Although the salary amount is not specified in the announcement, it is stated that it will be communicated during the interview with each candidate.
The hired staff must complete a probationary period of 180 days, during which they will be assessed by their unit of assignment.
In the event of resignation, failure to meet requirements, or an unfavorable evaluation, the position will be awarded to the next candidate on the list.
The employment relationship will be governed by local labor legislation and the conditions established for overseas workers by the Council of Ministers Agreement of January 25, 2008.
Tribunal and resolution
The selection body will consist of the members indicated in Annex IV and will ensure compliance with the principle of gender equality. The provisional list of accepted and excluded candidates will be published within one month, and five business days will be granted to rectify any errors.
For more information, interested parties can contact: Phone: +53 7204 1716 / +53 7204 1717 or email cuba@mites.gob.es
Frequently Asked Questions about Job Openings at the Spanish Consulate in Havana
What are the requirements to apply for the Administrative Assistant positions at the Spanish Consulate in Havana?
To apply for the positions, candidates must be at least 17 years old, hold a minimum high school diploma or equivalent, and have the functional capacity to perform the duties of the position. Additionally, they must not have been sanctioned or disqualified from public employment. If they are not Cuban citizens, they must have a valid residence and work permit in Cuba.
How is the selection process for employment at the Spanish Consulate in Havana conducted?
The selection process consists of two phases: a competitive phase with a multiple-choice exam and a practical case, and a contest phase where educational and professional merits are evaluated. It is necessary to obtain at least 5 points in the competitive phase tests in order to advance and up to 20 points can be accumulated in the contest phase.
Where and how should applications for job positions at the Consulate of Spain be submitted?
Requests must be completed using the official form (Annex III) and should preferably be submitted electronically through the General Electronic Registry. They can also be submitted on paper at the headquarters of the Ministry of Labour, Migration and Social Security if electronic submission is not possible.
What is the deadline for submitting applications for positions at the Spanish Consulate in Havana?
The deadline to submit applications is June 20, 2025. Applications sent by postal mail must be postmarked within the deadline, as ordinary postmarks will not be accepted as valid proof.
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