BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION
Incumbent informs Political/Economic Officers of current political situation, providing historical perspective and potential future impact. Analyze events and trends and their impact on the political situation. Provide access to the best sources of information by developing and maintain key contacts in government, non-government organizations and the private sector. Facilitate communication between Political/Economic Officers and key sources of information. Enable the section to receive the maximum amount of information and contact development by representing the Embassy at political meetings and events and reporting analysis thereof.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Report, analyze, report and advise: | 55% |
Advise political/economic officers on, and provide legal analysis of, pending legislation, political events and legal issues.
Analyze the political situation in the country and inform the DCM and political/economic officers as requested.
Monitor local media, follow current developments and seek information from Embassy contacts in government, non-governmental organizations and the private sector. Report regularly to political/economic officers on significant developments in political issues and current affairs.
Research issues of interest for the political/economic section, with particular focus on data needed for mandatory reports. Compile data, write assigned sections and assist with preparation of annual reports. Respond to any additional questions from Washington regarding mandatory reports.
Monitor research and maintain files on narcotics issues and events. Analyze events and trends regarding narcotics issues. Update periodic reports on narcotics issues.
Monitor research and maintain files on political-military issues and events. Analyze events and trends regarding political-military issues. Update periodic reports on political-military issues.
Monitor research and maintain files on refugee issues and events. Analyze events and trends regarding refugee issues. Update periodic reports on refugee issues.
Monitor research and maintain files on international organizations issues and events. Analyze events and trends regarding international organizations issues. Update periodic reports on international organizations issues.
Research and prepare biographic data of government officials in consultation with Biographic Information Coordinator.
Update political sections of country reports and guides.
Facilitate access and communication: | 30% |
Arrange for meetings with relevant officials and attend with supervisor as requested. Note take at demarches as requested.
Develop and maintain contacts with government officials to facilitate meetings and ensure that political/economic officers have current information and access to key officials.
Prepare diplomatic notes.
Arrange for permits from the Ministry of Home Affairs for regional refugee coordinator and other United States Government officials to visit refugee camps.
Interpret government proceedings for political/economic officers. Interpret for official visitors, including congressional delegations. Translate political documents for political/economic officers.
Support visiting United States government officials by identifying appropriate local contacts, organizing meeting schedules, facilitating logistics and accompanying visiting officials, as requested.
Maintain list of political contacts for official functions. Greet official visitors and guests at Embassy events for the political/economic section.
Represent and report: | 15% |
Attend and represent the Embassy at judicial review functions and report on them, including relevance of function to current affairs and trends.
Attend conferences, party congresses, sessions of Parliament and other political events, analyze current state of affairs in light of events at such conferences, congresses and sessions and report thereon.
Provide back-up for other Political Assistant.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.
- Education: University degree is required in ( Law, Political Science, Sociology, History or Economics).
- Prior experience: Minimum four years of professional work experience in Law or International Affairs.
- Language proficiency: Level V (Professional Translator) in English and Level IV (fluent) in Kiswahili (speaking, writing and reading) is required.
- Knowledge: Required in-depth knowledge of the function of the Tanzanian government and key NGOs and International Organizations; and develop an extensive network of contacts.
- Skills and Abilities: Good interpersonal skills, use of prudence and good judgement in discussion with high-level officials. Rapid translation skills ability to summarize large quantities of information.
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
- 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: 2294000, 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 shortlisted candidates will be contacted
CLOSING DATE OF THE POSITION: May 17, 2012
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