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  • Posted: Nov 27, 2019
    Deadline: Dec 6, 2019
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    The Embassy of the United States of America to Kenya, located in Nairobi, is home to the diplomatic mission of the United States to the Republic of Kenya. The embassy opened in central Nairobi on 2 March 1964, when the United States established diplomatic relations with Kenya.


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    Administrative Assistant

     

    Announcement Number:
    Nairobi-2020-11
    Hiring Agency:
    Embassy Nairobi
    Position Title:
    Administrative Assistant - All Interested Applicants
    Open Period:
    11/22/2019 - 12/06/2019 Format MM/DD/YYYY
    Vacancy Time Zone:
    GMT+3
    Series/Grade:
    LE - 0105 7
    Salary:
    (KES) KSh0
    Work Schedule:
    Full-time - 40 hours per week
    Promotion Potential:
    LE-7

    Duty Location(s):
    1 Vacancy in
    Telework Eligible:
    No
    For More Info:
    HR Section
    0203636000
    NairobiRecruitment@state.gov

    Overview

    Hiring Path:
    Open to the public
    Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:
    For USEFM - FP is FS. 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 probationary period
    Marketing Statement:

    We encourage you to read and understand the Eight (8) Qualities of Overseas Employees before you apply.
    Summary:

    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 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

    Administrative Assistant to the Management Counselor and the Deputy Management Officer at the largest mission in the African Bureau. Perform administrative responsibilities for the section. Deputy Management Counselor will supervise the position.

    Major Duties and Responsibilities

    • Draft routine cables, letter, and memos for signature.
    • Prepare drafts of reports. Finalize management notices and distribute.
    • Screen mail, cable traffic and telephone calls, assigning action of incoming correspondence and calls as necessary.
    • Maintain calendar for the Management Counselor and the Deputy Management Officer, scheduling meetings and appointments as requested.
    • Set-up meetings and workshops for Management Counselor and Management Sections and prepare minutes of Management meetings as requested.
    • Prepare and maintain time and attendance records for various American personnel.
    • Act as post administrator for Nairobi's post profiles and e-Country Clearance.
    • Prepare travel and representation vouchers for Management Counselor.
    • Provide assistance for high-ranking U.S. Government officials visiting the country. This includes arranging business meetings, preparing itineraries, assisting with transportation requests, and drafting confirmation and welcome cables. Provide clerical assistance to Management's sub-sections as necessary.
    • Maintain subject and historical files for the Management Section.
    • Safeguard and maintain information to ensure proper storage and handling. Maintain office supplies and ensure equipment is in good working order.

    Qualifications and Evaluations

    Requirements:

    EXPERIENCE:

    Three years of clerical/administrative experience in a busy office is required.

    KNOWLEDGE:

    • Must have knowledge of PCs, PC-based software (MS-office suite - access, excel, word, power-point) and e-mail.
    • Must have knowledge of administrative concepts and practices.

    Education Requirements:

    Completion of Secondary School or Local Mandatory Schooling and received high school diploma is required.

    Evaluations:

    LANGUAGE:

    Level IV (Good, Reading/speaking /writing) English is required. (This may be tested.)

    SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

    • Must be able to gather information and draft complex correspondence independently.
    • Must be able to Type with speed and accuracy.

    Post may choose to add the phrase “This may be tested” after a language, skill, and/or ability. Review the VA template for specific information.

    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.

    Method of Application

    Interested and qualified? Go to Embassy of The United States on erajobs.state.gov to apply

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