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 Community Liaison Assistant in the Management Section.
BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION
The incumbent assists the Community Liaison Officer (CLO) in developing and maintaining key contacts and managing information that benefit the morale and welfare of the entire mission and serves as the main point of contact for all CLO-organized activities within the Embassy, around the country and throughout the region. Incumbent will assist CLO in promoting and implementing cross-cultural activities, providing expert advice on Tanzanian culture and language to the mission staff and their family members and assist in all CLO trips and social functions.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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The employee assists the CLO in development, implementation and administration of all cultural and social activities of the Community Liaison Office (Fall Newcomers’ Orientation, US Embassy Halloween Party, CLO trips, etc.) Acts as the liaison between the mission and members of the host government, cultural and social organizations participating in or hosting events for the benefit of our community. Assist the CLO in implementing and executing all events organized through the CLO, including researching and negotiating special offers, resolving potential problems and overseeing all aspects of the actual trips or functions.
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Maintains working relationship with all Embassy sections, FSN Association, and other interest or community organizations within the Mission. Is a liaison between CLO and GSO warehouse FSN staff for event support and with local vendors including printing house, publishers, nursery, and travel agents for CLO related activities.
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Serves as editor of Mission’s Newsletter. Prepares welcome packages for new officers and visitors, check-in briefing packages for new officers, orders supplies, processes vehicle requests, designing and distributing posters, etc.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.
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Education: University degree in Social Science or Public Relations is required.
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Prior Work Experience: At least two years of experience in event planning and management or travel and tourism fields, with an emphasis on group travel, and large scale event planning.
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Language: Levels 4 (fluent) in English and Level 3 (Good Working Knowledge) Kiswahili (speaking, writing and reading) is required.
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Knowledge: Incumbent must have an in-depth knowledge of the host country and region -- to include the local history, culture, religions, customs. A strong understanding or experince in travel and event planning are required.
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Skills and Abilities: S/he must be able to communicate effectively and efficient with employees from all segments of the mission. The position requires daily contact with all levels of employees. S/he must be able to negotiate, problem solve, and trouble shoot often under time/pressure constraints. A computer skill is 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:
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Universal Application for Employment as a Locally Employed Staff or Family Member (DS-174). A hard copy of the application form (DS-174) is also available at the American Embassy, gate 3; or
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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
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A current resume or curriculum vitae that provides the same information found on the UAE (see section 3A below for more information); plus
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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.
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Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.
3A. 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
CLOSING DATE OF THE POSITION: TBA
An Equal Opportunity Employer.
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.
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