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  • Posted: Nov 22, 2024
    Deadline: Dec 7, 2024
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    The U.S. Embassy to Kenya opened in 1964. Through sixteen Ambassadors since then, the Embassy has enriched the ties between the American and Kenyan people and served the needs of Americans in and around this East African hub. Chief among the U.S. Mission’s goals are fostering the development of a sound Kenyan economy, strengthening the institutions of ...
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    Economic Assistant - USEFMs ONLY

    Basic Function of the Position 

    The Economic Assistant/Self-Help Coordinator works together with the Small Grants/Economic Assistant (LES) under the supervision of the USDH Economic Officer/Grants Officer to administer the Ambassador’s Special Self-Help grants program, and any other Department grant programs that may be allocated to the Economic Section.  The Economic Assistant is also responsible for information gathering and analytical reporting on a range of economic issues including: science and technology, digital innovation and cyber security, intellectual property rights, trade and investment, and anti-corruption programs.  Must be able to obtain and hold a Secret security clearance for handling classified information.  Supervised by Economic USDH.

    Qualifications and Evaluations

    Requirements:

    EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:   Secondary School plus seven years of work experience in business, program management and/or analyzing economic developments is required.

    EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:  Two years of college or university studies (no specific field required) plus five years of work experience in business, program management and/or analyzing economic developments is required.

    JOB KNOWLEDGE:  

    Working knowledge of Kenya’s economy and business environment. 

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    Roving Secretary (Administrative Assistant) - USEFMs Only

    Duties

    The incumbent reports to various sections throughout the Embassy, providing intermittent administrative assistance as needed. As directed by Section Chiefs, duties include administrative functions: i.e, draft correspondence, diplomatic notes and demarches; type reports and cables; prepare briefing books and talking points; answer telephones and screen calls; take accurate messages; meet and escort visitors and work crews; sort and distribute mail; organize and maintain paper and electronic filing systems; schedule and take notes at meetings; schedule appointments; and perform other administrative support functions.    Works directly under the supervision, direction of the Section Chief and indirectly reports to the Supervisory Human Resources Officer (S/HRO).

    Qualifications and Evaluations

    Requirements:

    Experience

    Two years' experience in Administrative and clerical office experience is required.

    JOB KNOWLEDGE: 

    Incumbent will need to have a broad knowledge of the Embassy, including all Agencies.  The incumbent will interact with employees from the Embassy and other Agencies as well. Job holder must have a good general knowledge of agency correspondence and other applicable office procedures. The incumbent must be able to respond to some questions from VIP visitors and the Front Office regarding Area. Confidentiality is imperative.  Must be able to interact with VIP visitors and the Front Office.

    Education Requirements:

    A High School Diploma is required.

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    Political Assistant with Substitution - USEFMs ONLY

    Duties

    The Political Associate is responsible for a broad range of analytical reporting, information gathering, and advocacy on host country political issues. Assists the political section in developing policies and programs for the host country, taking into account local social and political conditions and trends and U.S. objectives. Must be able to obtain and hold a Secret clearance for handling classified information.

    Qualifications and Evaluations

    Requirements:

    EXPERIENCE:

    Option 1

    Education: A bachelor’s degree in political science, law, journalism, international relations, or public policy is required.

    EXPERIENCE: At least three years in a job involving research, analysis, advocacy, and/or program management on issues related to political science, national security, international business and economics, international relations, education, human rights, communications, law, or development is required.

    Option 2

    Education: 2 years of college/university studies

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    Office Management Assistant - USEFMs Only All Agencies

    Duties

    The incumbent performs clerical and administrative duties as the Office Management Assistant (OMA) for the Regional Security Office (RSO) pertaining to a multitude of RSO administrative items, both classified and unclassified. The incumbent will need to work independently and possess strong communication skills as the incumbent will be in contact with many diverse individuals on a daily basis. Incumbent will require unescorted access to the Control Access Area (CAA) and a Secret security clearance for most posts, although a Top Secret clearance may be required in certain instances where Post requires it. Position is Part time, 20 hours per week.

    Qualifications and Evaluations

    Requirements:

    Experience

    Two years of administrative experience which would include some of the following types of administrative duties:  filing, scanning, scheduling appointments/meetings, maintaining calendars, ordering office supplies, making travel arrangements and receiving telephone calls.

    Education Requirements:

    Completion of high school is required.

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    Information Management Assistant (USEFMs Only)

    Duties

    The incumbent serves as an Information Management Assistant (IMA) assigned to support the classified or unclassified computer networks and messaging systems as needed.  The IMA also assists with telephone and radio management, circuit and network management, and network management, emergency communication testing and maintenance, property management, user training, and direct customer support.  The IMA reports to an assigned direct hire Information Management Specialist (IMS).

    Qualifications and Evaluations

    Requirements:

    Experience: Two years of office management or technical experience is required.  Work related experience should demonstrate a high level of organizational skills, ability to adhere to regulations, aptitude for paying attention to detail, and use of IT software and equipment.

    JOB KNOWLEDGE: 

    Must have knowledge and professional experience that demonstrates the applicant can acquire and apply the requisite skills and abilities appropriate to Department of State IRM operations.  Must demonstrate potential to perform in progressively responsible positions within the Information Management field.

    Education Requirements:

    A High School diploma is required.

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    Human Resources Assistant (USDH Portfolio) - USEFMs Only

    Duties

    The incumbent of the position is the assistant to the U.S. Direct Hire (USDH) Portfolio. Duties include:  administering and assisting with the yearly EER and eAwards processes. Supports the American HR Portfolio, supporting 31 U.S. government agencies and offices, over 1,500 Chief of Mission personnel, and close to $1 billion in resources.  The incumbent works collaboratively with two Human Resources Assistants, Human Resources Clerk and one Human Resources Assistant (American Services Team Lead) on the American Portfolio. The incumbent is supervised by the Human Resources Officer with oversight of the American Portfolio. Position requires Secret Security clearance. 

    Qualifications and Evaluations

    Requirements:

    Experience

    Minimum of three (3) years of administrative office work experience is required.

    JOB KNOWLEDGE: 

    Must have a good knowledge of Mission, Bureau and Post Employment Policies.  Must have good knowledge of OPM rules and Employment Benefits such as FEHB, FEGLI, TSP.  Must have working knowledge of EEO laws.

    Education Requirements:

    A High School Diploma is required.

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    Diplomatic Courier Escort (USEFMs Only - All Agencies)

    Duties

    Position serves as the Diplomatic Courier Escort supporting the Regional Courier Operations from the Nairobi Regional Diplomatic Courier Hub (NRDCH).  Nairobi is a hub that provides courier operations for thirteen (13) posts in Africa.  The incumbent supports these regional operations and also serves as the classified pouch clerk for the Embassy; preparing outbound pouches, receiving inbound material and distributing that material and ensuring accountability using the pouch module in the Integrated Logistics Management System (ILMS).  Although this is a Diplomatic Security (DS) operation, the position is supervised by the Nairobi Regional Diplomatic Courier Hub Supervisor (NRDCH). Top Secret Clearance is required.

    Qualifications and Evaluations

    Experience

    Minimum of one year administrative work experience is required.

    Education Requirements:

    Completion of high school is required.

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    Consular Associate (USEFMs only) - American Services

    Basic Function of the Position:

    Under the direct supervision of the Visa Chief, the Consular Associate is assigned a wide range of responsibilities in the Visa Unit (to include Nonimmigrant Visa (NIV) and Immigrant Visa (IV) activities).  The jobholder provides consular services to U.S. citizens, conducts non-adjudicatory visa processing, and assists in investigation and validation studies.  Incumbent also handles correspondence with the public, attorneys, U.S. and host governments, Congress, and other parties.  Must be able to secure and maintain a Secret level security clearance.

    Qualifications and Evaluations

    Requirements:

    EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: Completion of High School is required. 

    JOB KNOWLEDGE:  General understanding of U.S. policies related to consular and visa operations.

    Education Requirements:

    EXPERIENCE:

    • Minimum of three years of office administrative experience is required with at least one year of consular experience.
    • Two years of office administration (FP-07 (Training Level)).
    • One year of office administration (FP-08 (Training Level)).
    • Note the preference will be given to candidates that are qualified at the full performance level.  Applicants at the trainee level will only be considered if there are no available applicants at the full performance level.

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    Consular Associate- Fraud Prevention (USEFMs Only)

    Basic Function of the Position:

    Under the direct supervision of the Fraud Prevention Manager, the Consular Associate is assigned a wide range of responsibilities in the Fraud Prevention Unit (FPU). The jobholder provides consular services to U.S. citizens, conducts nonadjudicatory visa processing, and assists in investigation and validation studies. Incumbent also handles correspondence with the public, attorneys, U.S. and host governments, Congress, and other parties. Must be able to secure and maintain a Secret level security clearance.

    Qualifications and Evaluations

    EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: Completion of High School is required. 

    JOB KNOWLEDGE:  General understanding of U.S. policies related to consular and visa operations.

    Education Requirements:

    EXPERIENCE:

    • Minimum of three years of office administrative experience is required with at least one year of consular experience.
    • Two years of office administration (FP-07 (Training Level)).
    • One year of office administration (FP-08 (Training Level)).
    • Note the preference will be given to candidates that are qualified at the full performance level.  Applicants at the trainee level will only be considered if there are no available applicants at the full performance level.

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    Administrative Clerk (Security Escort) - USEFMs Only

    Duties

    Performs all duties of a security escort by monitoring and escorting non-cleared visitors and personnel while in controlled access areas (CAA) or in other locations within mission facilities and grounds. The position is part time, some after-hours, weekend and holiday work may be required. This position is directly supervised by the Deputy Facilities Manager. The incumbent must be able to obtain and hold a Top-Secret clearance.

    Qualifications and Evaluations

    • EXPERIENCE: One year of general work experience in an office, management or security related environment is required.
    • JOB KNOWLEDGE: Thorough knowledge of regulations governing control and protection of classified material set out in 12 FAM, as well as post-specific security access procedures; the proper use of security-related equipment (radio, destruction, etc.); familiar with the general layout of mission grounds and facilities is required.
    • SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Basic keyboard skills and computer literacy. Must be observant, flexible and service oriented. Duties include prolonged periods of standing/walking and somewhat physically demanding activities to include climbing, working in cramped spaces and at times working in inclement weather. Incumbent will regularly be required to move or lift objects when escorting.

    Education Requirements:

    Completion of high school or equivalent diploma is required.

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    Public Health Specialist (Human Resources for Health) - In-house Applicants Only

    Job Overview

    The job holder serves as a Public Health Specialist supporting Division of Global HIV and Tuberculosis (DGHT)/President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) activities for the implementation, coordination, monitoring and evaluation of assigned public health program activities and studies.
    Job holder plays an essential role in developing annual program strategies, budgets, and drafts regular progress reports related to program activities. Job holder’s duties include technical support, advice and guidance, day-to-day program and administrative management and coordination and collaboration with colleagues of other agencies and public health entities that administer similar public health programs in Kenya. Job holder coordinates funding, report compliance and administrative recordkeeping with the implementing partners to assure projects are conducted in accordance with the implementing agreement and that USG funds are appropriately utilized. The position requires public health technical knowledge, results-oriented analytical skills, advocacy, and constant and clear communication with implementing partners, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and host country ministries responsible for public health (HIV and TB Human Resources for Health) programs.

    Qualifications and Evaluations

    Requirements:

    All selected candidates must be able to obtain and hold a: 

    • Police clearance certificate.
    • All selected candidates will be subject to a background investigation and may be subject to a pre-employment medical exam. 
    • Selected candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time [4 weeks] upon receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.

    Education Requirements:

    Master’s degree, or host country equivalent, in public health, nursing, public administration, psychology, or allied sciences is required.

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