Position: Labor/Political Assistant
Overview
Hiring Path: Open to the public
Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:
- For USEFM – FS is 6. Actual FS salary determined by Washington D.C.
- All Interested Applicants / All Sources
Security Clearance Required:
- Public Trust – Background Investigation
Appointment Type: Permanent
Appointment Type Details: Indefinite subject to successful completion of the probationary period.
Marketing Statement:
We encourage you to read and understand the Eight (8) Qualities of Overseas Employees before you apply.
Summary:
The U.S. Mission in Addis Ababa/Ethiopia is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Labor Assistant.
The work schedule for this position is: Full-time (40 hours per week)
Start date: Candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period time (4 weeks) of receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.
Supervisory Position: No
Relocation Expenses Reimbursed: No
Travel Required: Not Required
Duties
The Political/Labor Assistant researches and prepares factual and analytical reports on Ethiopia’s political situation to inform officers and the Front Office and advance policy objectives. The incumbent is the section’s expert on labor issues, including internal and external migration for economic opportunity, trafficking of persons, and laws and practices pertaining to labor across sectors. The incumbent backs up the Political Specialist and the Political Assistant and may cover other portfolio issues as assigned. The incumbent develops relevant political contacts, arranges meetings, provides briefing materials, translates materials, and interprets for officers, as required.
Qualifications and Evaluations
EXPERIENCE:- Three years of progressively responsible experience working on Labor issues, either with a consulting firm, a large company or a union is required.
Education:- Two years of university study is required.
Evaluations:
LANGUAGE:-
- Level 4 (Fluent) Speaking/Reading/Writing English is required. (This may be tested)
- Level 4 (Fluent) Speaking/Reading/Writing Amharic is required. (This may be tested)
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:-
- The ability to deal effectively with representatives of the U.S. and business community and with colleagues in the Embassy and/or host governments is required. Skill in keyboarding, numerical skills, and the use of most elements of the Microsoft Office suite is required. Good analytical, negotiating, and time management skills, along with strong proofreading skills and attention to detail, are required (this may be tested)
Note: A written exam may be administered before the interview.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO): 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.
Qualifications:
All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications.
Benefits and Other Info
Benefits:
Agency Benefits:
- Locally Employed Staff, including Members of Household (MOHs), and Third-Country Nationals (TCNs), working at the U.S. Mission in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia may receive a compensation package that may include health, separation, and other benefits.
- For EFMs, benefits should be discussed with the Human Resources Office.
- The pay plan is assigned at the time of the conditional offer letter by the HR Office.
Other Information:
HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants in the following hiring preference categories are extended a hiring preference in the order listed below. Therefore, it is essential that these applicants accurately describe their status on the application. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not eligible for a hiring preference.
HIRING PREFERENCE ORDER:
- AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*
- AEFM / USEFM
- FS on LWOP and CS with reemployment rights **
* IMPORTANT: Applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of their most recent DD-214 (“Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty”), equivalent documentation, or certification. A “certification” is any written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions within 120 days after the certification is submitted by the applicant. The certification letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service. Acceptable documentation must be submitted in order for the preference to be given.
How to apply
To apply for this position click the below apply button and on the incoming page click “Apply to this vacancy” button.
2.Position: Budget Analyst/Accountant – All Interested Applicants/All Sources
Marketing Statement:
We encourage you to read and understand the Eight (8) Qualities of Overseas Employees before you apply.
Summary:
The U.S. Mission in Addis Ababa/Ethiopia is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Budget Analyst/Accountant.
The work schedule for this position is:
- Full Time (40 hours per week)
Start date: Candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable time period (4 weeks) of receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.
Duties
Under the direct supervision of the Supervisory Financial Assistant, the incumbent performs all aspects of allotment accounting, establishes obligations, issues fiscal data for verifying fund availability under USG Appropriations Law, provides monthly (or more frequent) Status of Funds reports for multiple agencies and formulates budgets for Serviced Agencies. Serves as backup to fellow Budget Analysts/Accountants.
Qualifications and Evaluations
Requirements:
EXPERIENCE: A minimum of four years of work experience in the areas of accounting, budgeting, auditing, or accounts payable is required.
Note: Please upload all copies of your work experience under ‘other document.’
Education Requirements:
Education: A University Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Management is required.
Note: Please upload all education copies under “University Degree”.
Evaluations:
LANGUAGE: Level 4 (Fluent) Speaking/Reading/Writing English is required. (This may be tested)
Level 3 (Good Working Knowledge) Speaking/Reading/Writing Amharic is required. (This may be tested)
(You are required to pass the English Placement Test (EPT) that is conducted by the Human Resources Office).
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:-
Must be able to work independently and follow through on analytical work to minimize the need for detailed work by their supervisors. Must be able to effectively grasp, conceptualize, articulate, and communicate complex data and information orally and in writing to personnel at all levels throughout the Mission. Must exercise a good level of interpersonal skills to facilitate the exchange of information at the working level. Must be a self-starter and able to visualize complex concepts. Must have basic knowledge of computers and software and be able to increase skills in that area through training. Must possess a high level of skill in articulating complex issues and relationships between functions/programs/projects and funding options. Must be knowledgeable with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and PowerPoint. Must have numerical skills to analyze and summarize financial reports. (These may be tested)
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO): 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.
Qualifications:
All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications.
Benefits and Other Info
Benefits:
Agency Benefits:
- Locally Employed Staff, including Members of Household (MOHs), and Third-Country Nationals (TCNs), working at the U.S. Mission in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia may receive a compensation package that may include health, separation, and other benefits.
- For EFMs, benefits should be discussed with the Human Resources Office.
- The pay plan is assigned at the time of the conditional offer letter by the HR Office.
Other Information:
HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants in the following hiring preference categories are extended a hiring preference in the order listed below. Therefore, it is essential that these applicants accurately describe their status on the application. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not eligible for a hiring preference.
HIRING PREFERENCE ORDER:
- AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*
- AEFM / USEFM
- FS on LWOP and CS with reemployment rights **
IMPORTANT: Applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of their most recent DD-214 (“Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty”), equivalent documentation, or certification. A “certification” is any written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions within 120 days after the certification is submitted by the applicant. The certification letter should be on the letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date, and (2) the character of service. Acceptable documentation must be submitted for the preference to be given.
** This level of preference applies to all Foreign Service employees on LWOP and CS with re-employment rights back to their agency or bureau.
Required Documents:
- Please provide the required documentation listed below with your application:
- Degree (required)
- Work Experience copy (required)
- Letter(s) of recommendation (if available)
- Passport Copy (if applicable)
- Any documentation that supports or addresses the requirements listed (e.g. work experience documents, transcripts, certificates, etc).
Note: Please upload all copies of your work experience under ‘other document’
FOR AEFM / USEFM ONLY
- Copy of Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent)
- Residency and/or Work Permit
- Passport copy
- Diploma/Degree (not transcript)
- DD-214 – Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)
- SF-50 (if applicable)
How to apply
All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a Public trust security clearance.
To apply for this position click the “Submit Application” button.
3.Position: General Maintenance Worker
Overview
Hiring Path: Open to the public
Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:
- For USEFM – FP is AA. Actual FP salary determined by Washington D.C.
- All Interested Applicants/All Sources
Security Clearance Required: Public Trust – Background Investigation
Appointment Type: Permanent
Appointment Type Details: Indefinite subject to successful completion of the probationary period
Marketing Statement:?We encourage you to read and understand the Eight (8) Qualities of Overseas Employees before you apply.
Summary:
The U.S. Mission in Addis Ababa/Ethiopia is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of General Maintenance Worker.
The work schedule for this position is: Full Time (44 hours per week)
Start date: Candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time (4 weeks) of receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.
Supervisory Position: No
Relocation Expenses Reimbursed: No
Travel Required: Not Required
Duties
This position provides semi-skilled assistance to the technical level positions by performing general maintenance and upkeep work at the U.S. Embassy compound buildings, residences, and grounds. Responsibilities include the performance of non-skilled manual tasks such as demolition work, painting, minor plumbing work, general cleanup of common areas, and minor masonry work including filling gaps on walls, laying of bricks, repairing and/or installing locks and other minor preventative maintenance tasks. This position would assist other Facility Management trades positions such as the Electrical Maintenance Worker, HVAC Maintenance Worker, or Carpentry Maintenance Worker.?
Qualifications and Evaluations
EXPERIENCE:
- A minimum of two (2) years of experience in the repair and maintenance of plumbing and commercial or industrial HVAC/mechanical heating, refrigeration, and ventilation systems.?
EDUCATION: Completion of secondary school is required and completion of vocational training from an accredited institution recognized as producing journeyman-level technicians with specialization in the plumbing or general construction fields is required.
Note: Please upload all copies of your Education under “High School Diploma or equivalent”
Evaluations:
- LANGUAGE: Level 3 (Good working knowledge) Speaking/Reading/Writing Amharic is required. (These may be tested).
- Level 2 (Limited knowledge) Speaking/Reading/Writing English is required (These may be tested).
Skills and Abilities: (These may be tested)
- Ability to identify problems or dangers, report issues and provide solutions.
- Communication and interpersonal skills to answer queries from end-users.
- Ability to work as part of a team, work under pressure, and a tight schedule.
- A flexible approach to working shifts and answering emergency calls at all hours.
- Must obtain Grade-2 or above and/or Auto or above Ethiopia’s valid driving license for a minimum of five (5) years?
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO): 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.
Qualifications:
- All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications.
Benefits and Other Info
Benefits:
Agency Benefits:
Locally Employed Staff, including Members of Household (MOHs), and Third-Country Nationals (TCNs), working at the U.S. Mission in Addis Ababa/Ethiopia may receive a compensation package that may include health, separation, and other benefits.
For EFMs, benefits should be discussed with the Human Resources Office.
The pay plan is assigned at the time of the conditional offer letter by the HR Office.
Other Information:
HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants in the following hiring preference categories are extended a hiring preference in the order listed below. Therefore, it is essential that these applicants accurately describe their status on the application. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not eligible for a hiring preference.
HIRING PREFERENCE ORDER:
- AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*
- AEFM / USEFM
- FS on LWOP and CS with reemployment rights **
* IMPORTANT: Applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of their most recent DD-214 (?Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty?), equivalent documentation, or certification. A ?certification? is any written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions within 120 days after the certification is submitted by the applicant. The certification letter should be on the letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service. Acceptable documentation must be submitted in order for the preference to be given.?
** This level of preference applies to all Foreign Service employees on LWOP and CS with re-employment rights back to their agency or bureau.
How to apply
To apply for this position click the “Apply” button below.
In order to qualify based on education, you MUST submit the requested completion of a High/Secondary school diploma is required. as verification of educational requirement by the closing date of this announcement. If you fail to provide the requested information, or the information you submit is insufficient to verify your eligibility, you will not be considered for this position.
- Copy of Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent) (if applicable)
- Residency and/or Work Permit (if applicable)
- Passport copy (if applicable)
- High/Secondary school diploma (required)
- Work experience (required)
- Driving License (required)
- Certificate or License (if applicable)
- DD-214 – Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)
- SF-50 (if applicable)
Next Steps:
Applicants who are invited to take a language or skills test, or who are selected for an interview will be contacted via email or phone.
Thank you for your application and your interest in working at the U.S. Mission in Addis Ababa/Ethiopia.
