Message #4477

[sungoddesslv]

Obvious answer is Yes, these positions are attainable - someone has them, right?



Starting with exotic locales.  I worked in Saudi Arabia for two years.  My husband and I volunteered to go.  This was back in the early 80s.  In order to obtain a work visa, I had to be able to work in one of the departments.  I was assigned to the Word Processing Dept.  I even learned to typed Arabic.  When we lost our Arabic-speaking person, someone needed to type the documents in English and Arabic.  That was me.



One of our IAAP chapter members is currently in Rwanda. She has been working abroad for probably 8-10 years.  I believe she works through the State Department.  I remember seeing an application a few years ago and it is quite extensive.  Of course, it would take a special person.  But special in that you possess the qualities/personality necessary to be able to work in these exotic locales.  Occasionally I see an ad for a secretary for a hospital in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.  For the right person, this could be a job of a lifetime.  But that right person must be able to live within the confines of the Saudi culture.



As for Super Companies, if you mean well-known, prestigious companies, (or whether you mean any company that is known for its excellent reputation in the community) either way, sure the jobs are attainable.  What does it take?  With some, it goes back to the old saying about "who knows you."  Sometimes it's "who you know."  When I moved here my first job was with The Howard Hughes Corporation.  A lot has to do with timing; however, coupled with that is the person's experience.  What can you offer the company?  What qualities do you have that the other candidates don't have?



It sounds like the admins Ian spoke to need a class in self-appreciation and building self-esteem and confidence.



Am I special - damn right, I am. Just ask my hubby! ! !



sungoddess