Political Assistant Career Jobs – United States US Embassy / Mission
Job Title: Political Assistant
Organisation: United States US Embassy, US Mission in Uganda
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Salary Grade: FSN 9- Ugshs 75,718,515 p.a inclusive of allowances
Vacancy Announcement Number: 13-18
About US Embassy:
The United States Embassy in Kampala, Uganda has enjoyed diplomatic relations with Uganda for over 30 years. Ambassador Deborah R. Malac currently heads the U.S Mission to Uganda. The Mission is composed of several offices and organizations all working under the auspices of the Embassy and at the direction of the Ambassador.
Among the offices operating under the U.S Mission to Uganda are:
- United States Agency for International Development (USAID)
- Centers for Disease Control (CDC)
- Peace Corps
Job Summary: The Political Assistant drafts and researches required annual reporting as well as voluntary reporting as assigned. The incumbent takes meetings independently as well as scheduling meetings for U.S. officers. The incumbent briefs colleagues within the section, other Embassy officials including the Ambassador, and visiting officials on current and political developments and trends. The incumbent occasionally travels independently within Uganda, and frequently supports travel of U.S. officers. Incumbent must maintain a wide range of contacts at the highest level inside and outside government. The incumbent must also work closely with other sections in the Embassy. The incumbent assists in organizing representational events, including recommending and liaising with appropriate invitees.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
NOTE: All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.
- The applicants for the US Embassy Political Assistant career opportunity should hold a university degree in ether political science, political economy, economics, history, journalism and human rights is required.
- At least five years’ experience in foreign policy, business, politics, social development, academia or journalism.
- Excellent writing, research, and editing skills.
- Possess highly advanced interpersonal, analytical, communication, planning and organizational skills.
- Ability to develop and maintain an extensive range of high-level contacts within the host country government, local political parties, security forces, local NGOs and civil society.
- Ability to plan, organize and execute complex research projects and prepare precise, accurate and factual analytical reports often on sensitive topics that require a high degree of personal courage given prevailing political circumstances in Uganda
- Thorough knowledge of the host country’s political, economic, social structure and regional security environment.
- Must be able to quickly develop a comprehensive understanding of U.S. foreign policy, U.S. interests in Uganda, and U.S. development assistance to Uganda.
- Language: Level IV English ability (fluent written, spoken and reading) is required. Level III local language skills also required.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates who wish to join the United States Embassy in Kampala are encouraged to Apply Online by following the instructions below;
- Applicants shall be required to register under the careers page for US Embassy Kampala using the link, Click Here
- You will receive confirmation of registration and proceed to apply.
- On completion of this process you will receive an auto response via your email.
NB: Applicants claiming a U.S. Veteran’s preference must submit written documentation confirming eligibility (e.g., Member Copy 4 of Form DD-214, Letter from the Veteran’s Administration, or certification documenting eligibility under the VOW Act with an expected discharge no later than 120 days after the certification is submitted) by the closing date of the vacancy announcement. If the written documentation confirming eligibility is not received in the HR office by the closing date of the vacancy announcement, the U.S. Veteran’s preference will not be considered in the application process. Specific criteria for receiving a U.S. Veteran’s preference may be found in HR/OE’s Family Member Employment Policy (FMEP).
Deadline: 14th March 2018
The US Mission in Kampala 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.
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