Asuncion, IP Agency.- Ambassador Ricardo Scavone Yegros, Director General of the Diplomatic and Consular Academy of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MRE), reported on the key aspects of the upcoming entrance exam to the diplomatic and consular service of the country. The ambassador underlined the importance of these exams to strengthen and professionalize the Paraguayan diplomatic corps, ensuring transparency and meritocracy in the selection of new diplomats.
Ambassador Scavone Yegros emphasized that the diplomatic career is considered one of the most prestigious and demanding in the country, highlighting the importance of having a highly trained and committed diplomatic corps. “The diplomatic career is essential to represent and defend Paraguay’s interests in the international arena. Through these competitions, we guarantee that those selected have the skills and knowledge necessary to perform their duties efficiently and professionally,” said the ambassador.
One of the points highlighted by Ambassador Scavone Yegros was the transparency of the selection process. “We ensure that the competition is completely transparent and based on meritocracy. Candidates are rigorously evaluated in various areas, including knowledge of international politics, international law, languages, and negotiation skills. This allows us to select the best talents, who will represent Paraguay with excellence abroad,” he explained.
The entrance exam for the diplomatic and consular service includes several stages, including written exams, oral tests and personal interviews. “It is an exhaustive process, designed to assess both the academic knowledge and the practical skills of the candidates,” the ambassador explained.
Ambassador Scavone Yegros also highlighted the opportunities that this competition offers to young Paraguayan professionals. “The competition is a great opportunity for Paraguayans with a vocation for service who are interested in interacting in international relations, to join a very important service for our country and for our society, such as the diplomatic and consular service,” he concluded.
«Since 2007, 16 competitions have been held, through which 183 officials were incorporated into the diplomatic and consular service by this broad, transparent and open procedure for any Paraguayan who, with the proper preparation and passing exams that have become very rigorous, can enter this public service and make a career in the country’s diplomacy.»
– Ambassador Ricardo Scavone Yegros.
About the XVII Public Competition of Opposition and Merits
This year, ten places are available, which will be assigned to the contestants with the best scores, following criteria established in Law No. 6935/22. Applications to the contest include a minimum of 80% of places for people with university degrees in related areas such as law, economics, international relations, social sciences, environmental sciences, among others. The remaining 20% is intended for citizens with recognized capacity and university level, having, in both cases, passed at least 50% of their university degree.
The ten candidates who obtain the highest scores in the competition will be incorporated into the Ministry of Foreign Affairs within the Diplomatic and Consular Service with the rank of Third Secretary. They will then have to serve in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and, outside of working hours, complete a two-year training course at the Diplomatic and Consular Academy. This process marks the beginning of their career in the diplomatic service, which has no limits until retirement age, allowing them to develop professionally and contribute continuously to the international representation of Paraguay.
Registrations will be done online through This website until Friday, August 30, 2024. Applicants must submit a letter of application addressed to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, along with a series of authenticated documents, including an identity card, passport-sized photographs, criminal record certificates, and a copy of the university degree or proof of studies.
Los contest exams The exams will be held during the fourth quarter of the year and will cover subjects such as the history of Paraguay’s international relations, Spanish, a foreign language (English or Portuguese), fundamental notions of law, and economics and international trade. In addition, oral and written expression assessments will be carried out, as well as psychometric tests for the contestants who pass all the subjects.
By holding these competitions, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MRE) reaffirms its commitment to excellence and transparency in the selection of its diplomatic personnel. The participation of young talents in the process ensures a promising future for Paraguayan diplomacy, strengthening its presence and influence in the international arena.
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2024-08-07 14:51:16