A/V Information Assistant

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

The US Embassy is seeking an individual for the position of A/V Information Assistant in Public Affairs Section.

BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION

A/V Information Assistant reports to PAO through Information Specialist. A/V Information Assistant is responsible for development, distribution and placement of all audio-visual materials suitable for PD programming and placement on local print and broadcast media and Internet, as well as for showings at educational and cultural institutions and local organizations. Incumbent advises FSN supervisor and PAO on the selection of audio-visual equipment and materials and closely works with IRC Director and Arts and Graphics Assistant.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Plans and organizes and sets up audio-visual programming at venues of mission activities and is responsible for the maintenance of audio-visual equipment; keeps current replacement schedules and advises PAO when new acquisitions are needed.

40%

Supervises and manages post’s TVRO capability with responsibility for overseeing the receipt, recording and distribution of American Embassy Television Network and VOA-TV programs. The A/V Information Assistant also serves as a technical advisor for all post’s programs involving electronic communications, including AFNETS, electronic dialogues, televised press conferences and Digital Video Conferences (DVCs), and the Internet.

25%

Develops Power Point presentations for use in PAS outreach programming.

10%

Occasionally does video shooting for mission programs and dubs videotapes for placement on local television and Embassy Internet website.

5%

Accompanies the IBB TVRO Contractor Engineer during PMI visits to VOA Affiliates around Tanzania and prepares reports for PAO.

5%

The AV/IA coordinates and communicates with officers and technicians of local VOA affiliates and other Radio and Television stations in providing them with VOA-TV and Department of State TV schedules and other technical advises or information he receives from IBB.

10%

Records and maintains educational, political and business video documentaries from American Embassy Television Network & VOA-TZ and lends these tapes to individuals/professionals including government policy makers and other public sector officials, political leaders, business people, journalists, and others whose work require in-depth information to various subjects.

5%

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.

1. Education: Completion of Advanced Secondary School (form VI) and a certificate in electronic technician program required.





2. Prior experience: Three years experience in communications media, a radio broadcaster or audio visual specialist required.





3. Language proficiency: Level IV (fluent) in English and Kiswahili (writing, reading and speaking) is required.





4. Knowledge: A good knowledge of programs aims and objective. A good working knowledge of Tanzania's cultural, political, economic, social and educational structure and of key figures in the mass media. A good general knowledge of public relations techniques.





5. Skills and Abilities: Ability to develop and maintain effective working level contacts in the communications media. Ability to operate and utilize electronic A/V equipment. Ability to use information technologies and internet media to advance Embassy Outreach goals. Ability to propose plan and execute programming. Thorough IT Software skills required.

SELECTION PROCESS

When fully qualified, US Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs) and US Veterans are given preference. Therefore, it is essential that the candidate specifically address the required qualifications above in the application.

ADDITIONAL SELECTION CRITERIA

1. Management will consider nepotism/conflict of interest, budget, and residency status in determining successful candidacy.

TO APPLY

Interested candidates for this position must submit the following for consideration of the application:

1. Universal Application for Employment as a Locally Employed Staff or Family Member (DS-174); or




2. A combination of both; i.e. Sections 1 -24 of the UAE along with a listing of the applicant’s work experience attached as a separate sheet; or




3. A current resume or curriculum vitae that provides the same information found on the UAE (see section 3A below for more information); plus




4. Candidates who claim US Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form DD-214 with their application. Candidates who claim conditional US Veterans preference must submit documentation confirming eligibility for a conditional preference in hiring with their application.




5. Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.

If an applicant is submitting a resume or curriculum vitae, s/he must provide the following information equal to what is found on the UAE.

Failure to do so will result in an incomplete application.

A. Position Title
B. Position Grade
C. Vacancy Announcement Number (if known)
D. Dates Available for Work
E. First, Middle, & Last Names as well as any other names used
F. Date and Place of Birth
G. Current Address, Day, Evening, and Cell phone numbers
H. U.S. Citizenship Status (Yes or No) & status of permanent U.S. Resident (Yes or No; if yes, provide number)
I. U.S. Social Security Number and/or Identification Number
J. Eligibility to work in the country (Yes or No)
K. Special Accommodations the Mission needs to provide
L. If applying for position that includes driving a U.S. Government vehicle, Driver’s License Class / Type
M. Days available to work
N. List any relatives or members of your household that work for the U.S. Government (include their Name, Relationship, & Agency, Position, Location)
O. U.S. Eligible Family Member and Veterans Hiring Preference
P. Education
Q. License, Skills, Training, Membership, & Recognition
R. Language Skills
S. Work Experience
T. References

SUBMIT APPLICATION TO

American Embassy
Human Resources Office
P.O. Box 9123
Dar es Salaam

POINT OF CONTACT

Telephone: 229 4000 , Ext: 4137/4148/4233/4024
Fax: 2294726 or 2294970

The US Mission in Tanzania 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.

Only the shortlisted Candidates will be contacted

CLOSING DATE OF THE POSITION: TBA