Able to work under pressure at all times

Ambassador Job Description

Ambassadors represent the policies and interests of their home countries around the world. This is the highest-ranking diplomatic position, requiring the ambassador to attend and host events with foreign leaders and representatives while promoting their home nation’s policies abroad. An ambassador typically lives in a foreign country for an extended period of time and has varied day-to-day duties.

Ambassadors direct the activities of Foreign Services Officers and other diplomatic personnel, negotiate agreements and treaties with foreign powers, and ensure that their nation’s interests are well-represented and safeguarded abroad. This is typically an appointed position, requiring extensive Foreign Service experience, diplomacy, and knowledge of the country where the ambassador is stationed