U.S. EMBASSY OUAGADOUGOU

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT # 2020-020

DISPATCHER

The U.S. Mission in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Dispatcher in the General Services Office.
Opening Date : September 28, 2020
Closing Date : October 12, 2020
Open to : All interested candidates/ All sources
Work Schedule : Full-time (40 hours/week)
SALARY : *Ordinarily Resident (OR) : CFA 7,271,427 p.a. (Starting Salary)
(Position Grade : FSN-05)

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 :

Working in the Motor Pool unit of the General Services Office (GSO), the Dispatcher coordinates daily as well as advanced assignments for all drivers to schedule transportation for post personnel and official visitors.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED :

1. EDUCATION : Completion of secondary school is required.

2. EXPERIENCE : Minimum of two (2) years of motor vehicle dispatcher or fleet management experience is required.

3. LANGUAGE English - (Good working knowledge) Reading/Writing/Speaking is required. French- (Good working knowledge) Reading/Writing/Speaking is required. This may be tested.

4. SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

• A valid driver’s license is required
• Strong leadership, technical, and administrative skills.
• Basic keyboard skills and skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook applications. This may be tested.

5. JOB KNOWLEDGE :

• Good knowledge of host country traffic laws, vehicle licensing, registration, and procedures.
• Detailed knowledge of host country streets, traffic patterns, and commonly visited locations.

HOW TO APPLY : 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-2020-020 Dispatcher and complete the online application.

• Upload any additional documentation that supports or addresses the requirements listed above (e.g. cover letter, degrees certificates, wok permits & SF 50 if applicable) into the Electronic Recruitment Application system.

Required Documents : Please provide the required documentation listed below with your application :

• Residency and/or Work Permit (If applicable)
• Secondary school diploma
• DD-214 - Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)
• SF-50 (if applicable)
• Relevant Work attestations and Certificates.

What to Expect Next : 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 : The complete position description listing all of the duties and responsibilities may be obtained by contacting the Human Resources Office at HROOuaga@state.gov

Note :

• All Application must be made in English.
• 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.