How does this job fit into your career plans?

The hiring manager is looking for someone who will hold this position for a series of years, since sending someone abroad to learn an entirely new culture and way of life cannot be done frequently. The hiring manager is looking for someone very experienced and who hopes to stay in this position for a number of years, but also has future goals to keep them motivated. The candidate should talk about their work ethic and how they plan to treat this job, as it falls into their career plans.