Opening Date : December 02, 2016
Closing Date : December 15, 2016
Open to : all interested candidates/All Sources
Work Schedule : Full-time (40 hours/week)
SALARY : *Ordinarily Resident (OR) : CFA 8,201,629 p.a. (Starting Salary)
(Position Grade : FSN-06)

ALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT APPLICANTS MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.

BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION :

The incumbent works directly for the Building Engineer, as directed by the Facility Manager, and is responsible for the maintenance of the grounds of the Chancery Compound, the Ambassador’s residence, and the Deputy Chief of Mission Residence. The incumbent supervises and trains approximately 11 gardeners ; and develops contacts with local nurseries and horticultural supply vendors.

Required Qualifications :

NOTE : All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not qualified.

• Education :
Completion of secondary school, plus two years of post-secondary education at the university or technical school level is required.

● Work Experience :
Five years of experience in ornamental horticulture, landscaping or nursery operations are required. Two years supervisory experience is required.

• Language Proficiency :

Level III (good working knowledge) English. Level IV French. English language skill will be tested

• Job Knowledge :

Must be familiar with theories and practices of landscape gardening. Must have thorough knowledge of all local plants, trees and shrubs. Must be familiar with local plant diseases and their treatment. Must know how to safely handle and apply fertilizers and pesticides. Must be skilled in the safe operation of power equipment, including chainsaws and lawnmowers.

• Skills and Abilities :

Must be able to develop written plans and schedules for planting, fertilization, and pest control. Must be able to train, supervise, coordinate, and schedule gardeners. Must be capable of performing some heavy physical work. Must be flexible and able to work independently. Must be able to properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment as required by the job activity.
Must possess a valid driver’s license for light truck (pickup trucks). Need basic computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite. - These will be tested.

TO APPLY :
A) - Required forms : Interested applicants for this position must submit the following, or the application will not be considered :
1. New form : Application for Employment as a Locally Employed Staff or Family Member –DS-174 completed in English ; (available on the Embassy Web site or request a copy at S/C.A.C west side entrance of the Embassy), and
2. Candidates who claim U.S. Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form
DD-214 with their application.

B) - Required documentation/attachments : 1). photocopies of attestations/certificates of work, service, trainings ; essays. 2). photocopies of diplomas, degrees, awards earned that address the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.

Note :
 Applicants should retain original copies of all documentation which accompanies their applications.
 Any application not fully completed will not be considered.
 All applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
 All applications must be for an open/advertised position.
 Only short listed applicants will be contacted.
 Any application not signed will not be considered.

Submit application to :
U.S. Embassy Ouagadougou
Attn : Human Resources Office
GARDENER SUPERVISOR - FSN 06, VA# 16/023
01 B.P. 35 Ouagadougou 01, Secteur 15, Ouaga 2000 /Avenue Sembene Ousmane,
Rue 15.873
E-mail : HROouaga@state.gov
Phone : (226) 25-49-54-98

The US Mission in Ouagadougou provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.