U.S. EMBASSY OUAGADOUGOU

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT # Ouaga-2023-036
Warehouse Worker
The U.S. Mission in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Warehouse Worker in the General Services Section.
Opening Date : October 23, 2023
Closing Date : November 5, 2023
Open to : All interested candidates/ All sources
Work Schedule : Full-time (40 hours/week)
SALARY : *Ordinarily Resident (OR) : CFA 4 849 472 p.a. (Starting Salary)
(Position Grade : FSN-02)

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

BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION :

This position is located in the General Services Section of the Management Office. Under the supervision of the Property Supervisor, incumbent performs various skilled warehouseman, supply and inventory duties ; responsible for the maintenance/cleanliness of the warehouse and surrounding compound ; drives government-owned vehicles (GOV) in support of the mission.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED :

EDUCATION : Completion of Primary school is required.

EXPERIENCE : 6 months - warehouseman experience (moving, loading/unloading furniture/supplies) or equivalent combination of warehouseman and laborer experience is required.

LANGUAGE : English level II (Limited knowledge) Reading/Writing/Speaking is required.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES : Must be able to lift 50 pounds (heavy items such as furniture, and office equipment) ; Must have basic computer (keyboard)skills ; must be able to complete tasks according to instructions given by the supervisor ; must have a valid driver’s license, and a license to operate forklifts ; must be able to operate all types of material handling equipment ; must be able to properly fill and operate the trash compactor ; must have excellent customer service skills.

JOB KNOWLEDGE : Must be familiar with the basic safety procedures. Knowledge of simple hand tools is necessary. Knowledge on how to use and assemble equipment ; must be able to distinguish between furniture/equipment and heavy/fragile items ; must understand proper storage/stacking methods.

HOW TO APPLY : Applicants must complete the following application process to be considered :

• To apply, click on the "Apply to This Vacancy" tab at the top of the announcement, create an account, Select the Announcement Number Ouaga-2023-36 Warehouse Worker FSN-02 and complete the online application. Upload any additional documentation that supports or addresses the requirements listed above (e.g., cover letter, degrees, certificates, work permits & SF 50 if applicable) into the Electronic Recruitment Application system.

Required Documents : Please provide the required documentation listed below with your application :
• A degree of completion of primary school.
• Residency and/or Work Permit (If applicable)
• DD-214 - Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable).

• SF-50 (if applicable).
• Relevant Work attestations and/or Certificates.
• Others

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/or email.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION : The complete position description listing all the duties and responsibilities may be obtained by contacting the Human Resources Office at HROOuaga@state.gov

Note :
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.