Opening Date : August 20, 2018
Closing Date : September 03, 2018
Open to : All Interested Applicants/All Sources
Work Schedule : Full-time (40 hours/week)
SALARY : *Ordinarily Resident (OR) : CFA 8,201,629(Starting Salary)
(Position Grade : FSN-06)

ALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT (OR) APPLICANTS (See Appendix for definition) MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.

BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION :

Incumbent assists the Community Liaison Office (CLO) Coordinators in developing and maintaining key CLO programs that benefit the morale and welfare of the Mission. Incumbent serves as a point of contact for all CLO organized activities within the Embassy and in Burkina Faso. Incumbent will assist the CLO in implementing and promoting cross-cultural activities, provide advice on Burkinabe culture to the Mission staff and their families, and assist in all CLO trips and social functions.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED :

1. EDUCATION : Completion of High School or equivalent diploma is required.

2. EXPERIENCE : At least two (02) years of experience in an administrative position involving events planning or travel/tourism activities.

3. LANGUAGE : Level IV (Fluency) speaking/reading/writing French is required. Level III (Good Working Knowledge) speaking/reading/writing English is required. These may be tested.

4. SKILLS AND ABILITIES : Must be proficient on a computer and Microsoft products (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher). Must be proficient in use of social media, predominantly Facebook. Must be able to communicate effectively with all employees and family members in a personable fashion. Must be able to take initiative, be well organized, and detail-oriented. Must be able to perform limited travel both domestic and international. These may be tested

5. JOB KNOWLEDGE : Must have good knowledge of pertinent DOS regulations, programs, and policies. Incumbent must have good understanding of the functionality of the US Embassy, its organizational structure and it’s raison d’etre. S/he will have to understand how to import graphics into various software packages and how to turn them into something meaningful for the newsletter. Must have good knowledge of Ouagadougou and Burkina Faso’s local history, culture, religions, customs, and a good working knowledge of local resources for shopping, travel and leisure activities.
HOW TO APPLY :

A) Applicants must complete the following application process to be considered :
• Create an account on the Electronic Recruitment Application (ERA) Website at https://erajobs.state.gov/dos-era/bfa/vacancysearch/searchVacancies.hms
• Choose Announcement Number Ouaga-2018-21 Administrative Clerk/ Community Liaison Office Assistant complete the online application.
• Upload any additional documentation that supports or addresses the requirements listed above (e.g. resume, cover letter, degrees certificates, wok permits & SF 50 if applicable) into the Electronic Recruitment Application system

B) Required documentation/attachments : Applicants must electronically submit the documents listed below to be considered for employment. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not eligible and qualified.

• Clear and concise resume
• Residency and/or Work Permit (If applicable)
• Certificates not transcripts
• DD-214 - Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)
• SF-50 (if applicable)
• Work attestations/certificates

What to Expect Next : Only applicants who are invited to take a language or skills test, or who are selected for an interview will be contacted via telephone calls and email.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION : Go to https://bf.usembassy.gov/embassy/jobs/.The complete position description listing all of the duties and responsibilities may be obtained directly from the Electronic recruitment system (ERA) or by contacting the Human Resources Office at HROouaga@state.gov.

Note :

 All applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
 All applications must be for an open/advertised position.
 Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY : The U.S. Mission 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. The Department of State also strives to achieve equal employment opportunity in all personnel operations through continuing diversity enhancement programs. The EEO complaint procedure is not available to individuals who believe they have been denied equal opportunity based upon marital status or political affiliation. Individuals with such complaints should avail themselves of the appropriate grievance procedures, remedies for prohibited personnel practices, and/or courts for relief.