VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENTS
Senior Security Receptionist
OPEN TO: All Qualified Candidates
OPENING AND CLOSING
DATES: May 13 - May 27, 2008
POSITION TITLE: Senior Security Receptionist
POSITION LOCATION: Chancery
HOURS OF WORK: 40 hours per week
POSITION GRADE: FP-7; FSN-7
The American Embassy Kampala is seeking one qualified individual for the positions of Senior Security Receptionist.
Note: All applicants who are not family members of USG employees officially assigned to post and under Chief of Mission authority must be residing in country and have the required work and/or residency permits to be eligible for consideration.
BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION
The Senior Security Receptionist supervises a team of two Security Receptionists. Duties include scheduling, time and attendance and employee evaluations and consultations. Provides guidance. daily work assignments and assignments for special events. Performs supervisory duties for the Security Receptionist Team. Perform all duties of the Security Receptionist to cover breaks, annual leave, sick leave or special events. Monitors the visa line, escorts VIP visitors, assists local guards in screening process if needed and monitos the consular section and library during business hours. Screen potential visa applicants in English and Luganda to ensure that the applicant has all the documents required. Evaluate unscheduled visitors and query them regarding the nature of their visit. Properly and clearly initial and date/time each peace of mail or package that was received and scanned. Maintain weapons qualifications as required by DSS/RSO.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
NOTE: All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.
1. Education Required: Completion of secondary school (both O & A levels) is required.
2. Work Experience: Two years experience in a security related field is required.
3. Language Requirement: Good working knowledge of English (Level III) and limited knowledge of Luganda (Level II) speaking is required.
4. Knowledge: Should be familiar with clerical procedures, correspondence styles and basic computer skills. Must be familiar with Embassy security and emergency procedures. Must also be familiar with Consular Section procedures. Must have an idea of Mission structure and offices. Must be able to identify all legitimate local and international courier service providers. Should be familiar with police reporting procedures and investigative methods.
5. Skills and Abilities: Should have a valid driver's license and some typing skill of at least 30 wpm. Must have the ability to follow instructions and be reliable in performance and attendance is required.
CLOSING DATE FOR THIS POSITION: May 27, 2008
A/RSO: Kemmi Sadler
RHRO: Sandra Acevedo-Koosha
Please read the selection process and criteria at the bottom of this page.
Security Receptionist (2)
OPEN TO: All Qualified Candidates
OPENING AND CLOSING
DATES: May 13 - May 27, 2008
POSITION TITLE: Security Receptionist (2)
POSITION LOCATION: Chancery
HOURS OF WORK: 40 hours per week
POSITION GRADE: FP-09; FSN-5
The American Embassy Kampala is seeking two qualified individual for the positions of Security Receptionist.
Note: All applicants who are not family members of USG employees officially assigned to post and under Chief of Mission authority must be residing in country and have the required work and/or residency permits to be eligible for consideration.
BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION
The Security Receptionist performs a variety of security and access control related duties to include; screening individuals visiting the Embassy, monitoring the visa line, escorting VIP's and assisting in emergency situations. Politely and calmly deal with issues that arise in the visa line or with the visiting public. Maintain weapons qualifications as required by DSS/RSO. Perform armed escort for the embassy cashier as required. During emergencies, such as fire, bomb searches, building evacuations and drills, provide assistance to personnel in accordance with established policies. Provide security support during special events to include screening of guests, identity verifications and visitor badge issuance.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
NOTE: All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.
1. Education Required: Completion of secondary school (both O & A levels) is required.
2. Work Experience: One year experience in a security related field is required.
3. Language Requirement: Level II English speaking and writing is and Level 1 Luganda speaking is required.
4. Knowledge: Should be familiar with clerical procedures, correspondence styles and basic computer skills. Must be familiar with Embassy security and emergency procedures. Must also be familiar with Consular Section procedures. Must have an idea of Mission structure and offices. Must be able to identify all legitimate local and international courier service providers. Should be familiar with police reporting procedures and investigative methods.
5. Skills and Abilities: Should have a valid driver's license, and ability to follow instructions and be reliable in performance and attendance is required.
CLOSING DATE FOR THIS POSITION: May 27, 2008
A/RSO: Kemmi Sadler
RHRO: Sandra Acevedo-Koosha
Please read the selection process and criteria at the bottom of this page.
Program SpecialistOPEN TO: All Qualified Candidates
OPENING AND CLOSING
DATES: May 13 – 27, 2008
POSITION TITLE: Program Specialist
POSITION LOCATION: Centers for Diseases Control (Entebbe)
HOURS OF WORK: 40 hours per week
POSITION GRADE: FP-5; FSN-10
"The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is an international public health agency engaged in HIV prevention and care programs and research activities in Uganda. CDC offers excellent career opportunities for professional growth, training, and collaboration with other health professionals. The main CDC offices are located at the Uganda Virus Research Institute (UVRI) in Entebbe. CDC is an agency of the United States Mission in Uganda."
CDC in Uganda is seeking a qualified individual for the position of a Program Specialist at the Entebbe Offices.
BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION
Working closely with the Program Unit Director, Technical Advisors and other senior CDC staff, the incumbent serves as a basic care coordinator functioning to coordinate program and research activities, organize, implement and supervise activities in relation to CDC program protocols and operational plans. Responsible for providing technical program support to the Uganda Ministry of Health AIDS Control Program (ACP) and CDC-Uganda partners with particular emphasis on HIV/AIDS prevention and care program activities. Specifically, the incumbent will assist in the development of prevention and care strategies, supervise and monitor program implementation and evaluations, and identify program priorities.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
NOTE: All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.
1. Education Required: Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) and post graduate training in Public Health, Administration, Counselling, Program Management, Clinical Epidemiology and related field is required.
2. Work Experience: Three years of HIV/AIDS clinical research or program work in a busy facility . At least one year's experience in HIV/AIDS program management is required.
3. Language Requirement: English (Level IV) is required.
4. Knowledge: HIV/AIDS treatment, care and prevention; National Strategic Framework for HIV/AIDS.
5. Skills and Abilities: Good communication skills and ability to deal with patients/participants and implementation partners in a courteous and professional manner. Ability to work in rural areas and demonstrated familiarity with research in either clinical community setting is required.
CLOSING DATE FOR THIS POSITION: May 27, 2008
A/RSO: Kemmi Sadler
RHRO: Sandra Acevedo-Koosha
Please read the selection process and criteria at the bottom of this page.
Supervisory Voucher Examiner
OPEN TO: All Qualified Candidates
OPENING AND CLOSING
DATES: May 05 - May 16, 2008
POSITION TITLE: Supervisory Voucher Examiner
POSITION LOCATION: USAID, FMO
HOURS OF WORK: 40 hours per week
POSITION GRADE: FSN-10
USAID/Uganda is seeking for a qualified individual for the position of Supervisory, Voucher Examiner for Financial Management Office.
BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION
Providing supervision, guidance and assistance to a six member team, the Supervisory, Voucher Examiner shall organize and manage the day-to-day operations of the voucher examination unit, including final pre-certification review of vouchers to ensure accuracy and adherence to USAID legislations.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
NOTE: All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.
1. Education Required: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or business administration or at least 4 full years of practice in public or private accounting at a similar level of responsibility, scope and thoroughness is required.
2. Work Experience: Three to five years experience in related work is required. Experience in applications of Microsoft Word and Excel Software is essential.
3. Language Requirement: English (level IV - fluent) required.
4. Knowledge: Thorough knowledge and understanding of the internal controls and procedures necessary to safeguard monies and ensure appropriate disbursements. Complete familiarity with the accept payment procedures of the USG. A thorough knowledge of AID laws, regulations, procedures, and handbooks. Knowledge and experience with software programs such as Microsoft and Word are essential.
5. Skills and Abilities: A high level of analytical skill and sound judgment essential. Must be able to organize and present data concisely and professionally. Candidates must also have interpersonal skills to supervise, direct and coordinate a heavy workload of payments to multiple, diverse claimants, including tactful and rapid handling of disputes and differences. Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationship with American and Uganda staff, officials of the GOU, contractors of various nationalities, and officials of local banks, businesses, and PVOs/NGOs.
HOW TO APPLY
Applications should include the following documentation
(i) A completed and signed U.S. Government Optional Form 612:
Shortcut to: http://www.usaid.gov/forms/of-612.doc;
(ii) Application letter clearly specifying the position for which you are applying;
(iii) A Curriculum Vitae/Resume;
(iv) Copies of Academic Transcripts;
(v) Names, contact numbers, and addresses of three (3) professional references.
Submitted applications and documents become the property of the Embassy and will not be returned.
SUBMIT APPLICATION TO
1. By mail:
Human Resources Office
Plot 1577 Ggaba Road
P. O. Box 7007, Kampala
Telephone: 0414-259-791/5
2. By Fax:
0414-341-863 - ATTENTION: HR
3. Or by e-mail:
Kampala-HR@state.gov
CLOSING DATE FOR THIS POSITION: May 16, 2008
EXO: Roger Heller
RHRO: Sandra A. Koosha
Laborers (3)
OPEN TO: All Qualified Candidates
OPENING AND CLOSING
DATES: April 30 - May 14, 2008
POSITION TITLE: Laborers (3)
POSITION LOCATION: Centers for Disease Control (Entebbe)
HOURS OF WORK: 40 hours per week
POSITION GRADE: FP-DD, FSN- 1
"The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is an international public health agency engaged in HIV prevention and care programs and research activities in Uganda. CDC offers excellent career opportunities for professional growth, training, and collaboration with other health professionals. The main CDC offices are located at the Uganda Virus Research Institute (UVRI) in Entebbe. CDC is an agency of the United States Mission in Uganda."
CDC in Uganda is seeking for 3 qualified individuals for the position of Laborer to be stationed in Entebbe and 3 to be stationed at Entebbe.
Note: All applicants who are not family members of USG employees officially assigned to post and under Chief of Mission authority must be residing in country and have the required work and/or residency permits to be eligible for consideration.
BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION
Will be requested to perform a wide variety of general labor activities, including (but not limited to) the following: Move offices, furniture, and safes; load, offload and distribute office supplies; clean warehouse/store. Deliver appliances to/from warehouse/store, set up/take down tents, deliver and arrange party set ups at residences.
May be called upon to perform gardening/cleaning duties and perform other duties as required by supervisor.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
NOTE: All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.
1. Education Required: Completion of elementary school is required.
2. Work Experience: One year of experience as general laborer is required.
3. Language Requirement: Ability to speak, read and write in English (Level I) is required.
4. Knowledge: Knowledge of safest and most efficient way to move, store and place furniture and appliances is required.
5. Skills and Abilities: Physical ability to move and lift heavy objects is required.
CLOSING DATE FOR THIS POSITION: May 14, 2008
ADO/CDC: Kelly Bartholow
RHRO: Sandra Acevedo-Koosha
Please read the selection process and criteria at the bottom of this page.
Technical Advisor - HIV Counseling and Testing
OPEN TO: All Qualified Candidates
OPENING AND CLOSING
DATES: April 30 – May 14, 2008
POSITION TITLE: Technical Advisor - HIV Counseling and Testing (HCT)
(Re-advertised)
POSITION LOCATION: CDC
HOURS OF WORK: 40 hours per week
POSITION GRADE: FP-4; FSN-11
"The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is an international public health agency engaged in HIV prevention and care programs and research activities in Uganda. CDC offers excellent career opportunities for professional growth, training, and collaboration with other health professionals. The main CDC offices are located at the Uganda Virus Research Institute (UVRI) in Entebbe. CDC is an agency of the United States Mission in Uganda."
CDC in Uganda is seeking for a qualified individual for the position of Technical Advisor – HIV Counseling and Testing (HCT).
Note: All applicants who are not family members of USG employees officially assigned to post and under Chief of Mission authority must be residing in country and have the required work and/or residency permits to be eligible for consideration.
BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION
Serves as a Technical Advisor and provides primary technical advice on HIV/AIDS, Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI) and Tuberculosis (TB) prevention and control activities with primary responsibility for the implementation of one or more comprehensive HIV/AIDS prevention program elements. These include technical program interventions in support of CDC-Uganda activities such as HIV Counselling and Testing (HCT), Mother-to-Child Transmission (MtCT), Palliative AIDS care and treatment, Information-Education-Communication (IEC) programs for special populations like adolescents and youth, couples, Private-Public Partnerships, to prevent HIV/AIDS, and other HIV-related disease specific prevention programs. The incumbent plans the development of the program or project activities and provides public health advice and/or technical assistance in the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of research protocols and program implementation of various projects.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
NOTE: All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.
1. Education Required: Masters Degree in Public Health, Social Sciences, Counselling, or Epidemiology is required.
2. Work Experience: Five years in public health, epidemiology, and/or related experience is required. At least one (1) year experience in program management is required.
3. Language Requirement: Must be fluent in English (Level IV) and at least one local language.
4. Knowledge: Supervision knowledge is required.
5. Skills: Good communication skills and ability to deal with patients/participants in a sympathetic manner are required. Ability to work in rural areas is required. Demonstrated familiarity with research in either clinical or community setting is required.
CLOSING DATE FOR THIS POSITION: May 14, 2008
ADO/CDC: Kelly Bartholow
RHRO: Sandra Acevedo-Koosha
Please read the selection process and criteria at the bottom of this page.
Financial Assistant
OPEN TO: All Qualified Candidates
OPENING AND CLOSING
DATES: April 29 - May 15, 2008
POSITION TITLE: Financial Assistant (PEPFAR)
POSITION LOCATION: Peace Corps Office in Kampala
Basic Function:
The contractor will provide administrative and financial control services to the Peace Corps Administrative Unit in support of the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) Team. The person selected will need to exhibit a high degree of personal and administrative organization to work in a very busy office environment.
Duties include:
• Carries out accounting duties according to the guidance and regulations found in the OFMH (Office of Financial Management Handbook), the Peace Corps (PC) Manual and the Peace Corps fiscal coding handbook
• Maintains Post’s PEPFAR financial records in conjunction with the Administrative Unit staff.
• Stays current with all changes in the procedures for operating Peace Corps’ financial management software (FOR Post).
• Notifies Administrative Officer and/or appropriate staff when problems arise in scope of responsibilties.
• For all cashier and non-cashier vouchers, verifies that sufficient funds are available in the PEPFAR budget to avoid anti-deficiency.
• Reviews all receipts and other fiscal documents to ensure that they are complete, correct and appropriate prior to processing for payment.
• When necessary, consults the PC regulations or seeks assistance from the Administrative Officer (AO) or Country Director (CD) to determine if a payment activity is proper.
• Processes PEPFAR related cashier vouchers and non-cashier vouchers in a timely manner, to include other, non-PEPFAR ones in the absence of the PC Administrative Specialist, who in turn shall serve as backup to the PEPFAR Financial Assistant.
• Checks invoices, attaches related POs and prepares the vouchers in FOR Post.
• Assigns fiscal coding to each pro forma and prepares PO for ISTs and PSTs (Training Activities).
• Inputs initial obligations (for AO Approval) in FOR Post for PEPFAR procurements: contracts, purchase order, leases, salaries in conjunction with the PC Senior Financial and the PC Administrative Specialists.
• Reviews and inputs the liquidation of procurement vouchers, travel, leases, projects, salaries (for each Fiscal Coding) in FOR Post creating and initialing hardcopies and providing them to the AO for signature.
• Working in collaboration with the Senior Financial Specialist, prepares and sends a quarterly report on PEPFAR obligations to Washington.
• Does follow up on check requests until they are delivered to vendors. For EFT payments, follows up with Washington if necessary.
• Assists in calculating Peace Corps Volunteers (PCVs) Living Allowance debt at PCV ETs or COSes.
• Assists to Maintains activity logs for PCVs projects (such as for VAST funded projects), providing project number and fiscal coding to program staff, and assists with the grant’s financial management.
• Assist the PEPFAR and Admin. Unit teams with the budget formulation, review and implementation.
• Monitors expenditures against fiscal year budget allotments.
• Prepares reports, analyzes and recommends adaptation of budget to reflect actual activities and costs.
• Advises Administrative Officer of inflation and local economic fluctuations and their potential impact on the PEPFAR budget.
• Attends meetings, as determined by the AO, regarding PEPFAR financial and budgeting allocations.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the AO and the CD.
Qualifications and Requirements:
a. Education:
Minimum: Completion with diploma from secondary School and some post-secondary / college study in accounting or a related area of study.
Desired: University or technical training diploma in accounting, business administration, mathematics or other position related academic areas.
b. Prior Work Experience:
Two years of responsible work in accounting, bookkeeping, budgeting, financial management with at least one of these years having been in the performance of financial records management or similar work. Some years of successfully performed related work may be considered toward satisfying the education requirements or desired formal training.
c. Language Proficiency: Level IV spoken and written English is required.
e. Knowledge: Must have good working knowledge of U.S. Government and other regulatory materials on financial management or the demonstrated ability to quickly learn and apply government financial management regulations. Must possess good knowledge of computers and computer software usage and application. Ability to work effectively with a diverse group of staff, outside agencies personnel and PC Volunteers.
HOW TO APPLY: A resume and any other documentation that address the qualification requirements of the position as listed herein. Submit the resume / CV and supporting documentation to:
Peace Corps Uganda
Administrative Officer
53 Prince Charles Drive
P. O. Box 7007
Kampala, Uganda
CLOSING DATE FOR THIS POSITION: May 15, 2008
RHRO: Sandra Acevedo-Koosha
Please read the selection process and criteria at the bottom of this page.
Property and Supply Manager
OPEN TO: Appointment Eligible Family Members (AEFMs) - All Agencies
POSITION: Property and Supply Manager (AGSO/EFM)
OPENING DATE: January 25, 2008
CLOSING DATE: Until Filled
WORK HOURS: Full time (40 hours per week) or Part time with the following options (2 employees co-sharing each working 20 hours per week or 1 employee working a minimum of 32 hours a week); please indicate preference on application
LOCATION: General Services Offices (Wankoko)
SALARY: FP-6:
The U.S. Embassy Kampala is seeking one qualified individual (EFM) for the position of Property and Supply Manager.
NOTE: ONLY APPOINTMENT ELIGIBLE FAMILY MEMBERS AS DEFINED BELOW OF U.S. GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEES ASSIGNED TO THE MISSION UNDER THE CHIEF OF MISSION AUTHORITY ARE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.
BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION
Assists the General Services Officer (GSO) in all day-to-day operations and supervision of the Locally Employed staff assigned to the General Services Office (administration) section in efficiently running the Property & Supply, Housing, and Costing sections. Reports directly to the GSO and may act as GSO in his/her absence for the respective sections.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
NOTE: All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.
1. Education: Completion of at least two years College studies is required.
2. Prior Work Experience: Four years experience in general office work is required.
3. Language Proficiency: Level IV English ability (fluent knowledge) - both spoken and written is required.
4. Knowledge: Must have good working knowledge of Department of State or associated agency General Services and Facilities Maintenance regulations and procedures. General and detailed knowledge of those instructions and procedures which apply to the assigned tasks is required.
5. Skills and Abilities: Must be tactful, yet effective, in dealing with American personnel in relation to inventories of household furnishings and equipment. Must have the ability to learn complex USG database systems, such as WEB PASS.
CLOSING DATE FOR THIS POSITION: Until filled, 2008
GSO: Kim Murphy
RHRO: Sandra Koosha
Please read the selection process and criteria at the bottom of this page.
Political/Economic Secretary
OPEN TO: Appointment Eligible Family Members (AEFMs) - All Agencies POSITION: Political/Economic Secretary
OPENING DATE: January 17 - until filled
WORK HOURS: Full time
SALARY: FP- 08
NOTE: ONLY APPOINTMENT ELIGIBLE FAMILY MEMBERS AS DEFINED BELOW OF U.S. GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEES ASSIGNED TO THE MISSION UNDER THE CHIEF OF MISSION AUTHORITY ARE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.
BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION
Incumbent provides office management support to the Political and Economic offices. S/he has no supervisory responsibilities and backs up the Office Management Specialists for the Ambassador and the Deputy Chief of Mission, respectively. Position is a full time; incumbent must be a U.S. Citizen, eligible for a secret security clearance or above.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
NOTE: All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.
1. Education Required: Completion of a high school diploma is required.
2. Work Experience: Three years in executive secretarial experience is required.
3. Language Requirement: Level III (good working knowledge) English speaking and writing ability is required.
4. Knowledge: The incumbent should be familiar with a U.S. Mission's organizational structure, as well as possess good working knowledge of Department of State or associated agency regulations, practices and procedures, particularly in the office management field is required.
5. Skills: Must be tactful, yet effective, in dealing with American personnel, especially the Executive Officers. Must be highly motivated, with excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work independently. Must have standard typing and computer skills.
Normally, candidates for employment are hired at the first step. In some instances, candidates may be hired at a higher step when exceptional qualifications or previous government service and pay level warrant. The Human Resources Officer will make the decision with the concurrence of the employing section.
CLOSING DATE FOR THIS POSITION: Until filled.
Please read the selection process and criteria at the bottom of this page.
Community Liaison Officer OPEN TO: Appointment Eligible Family Members (AEFMs) - All Agencies
POSITION: Community Liaison Officer
OPENING - CLOSING DATES: November 6, until filled
WORK HOURS: Full time (40 hours per week) or Part time (20 hours per week); please indicate preference on application
SALARY: FP- 06
NOTE: ONLY APPOINTMENT ELIGIBLE FAMILY MEMBERS AS DEFINED BELOW OF U.S. GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEES ASSIGNED TO THE MISSION UNDER THE CHIEF OF MISSION AUTHORITY ARE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.
BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION
The Community Liaison program provides support to U.S. government and family members who are assigned to American embassies and consulates abroad.
The CLO works with community members to maintain high morale through orientation activities, cultural and recreational programs, and dissemination of information, counseling and referral, along with security, education, and employment for family members.
The duties of CLO are defined in eight areas of responsibility: education liaison, information resource management, guidance and referral, welcoming and orientation, and community liaison.
The CLO develops and manages program plans across the eight areas, which are client driven, and responsive to specific Post needs.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
NOTE: All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item TO QUALIFY FOR THE FS-6 LEVEL.
1. Education and Work Experience Requirements:
a) Hold an M.A. or higher degree, or
b) Hold a B.A. degree and have one year of work experience which demonstrates the ability to do the job, or
c) Have five years of full time work experience which demonstrates the ability to do the job, or
d) Have a combination of full time work experience which demonstrate the ability to do the job and education beyond high school totaling to five years.
2. Language Requirement: Level IV English speaking and writing ability is required.
3. Skills: Must have standard level keyboard and computer skills on all Microsoft Office Suite applications (Word, Excel, Power Point, and Access). Must be able to organize their routine work and maintain established office procedures with minimum supervision.
The grade level of a selectee who does not meet one of the four criteria in 1 above will be determined by the State Department/M/FLO.
Normally, candidates for employment are hired at the first step. In some instances, candidates may be hired at a higher step when exceptional qualifications or previous government service and pay level warrant. The Human Resources Officer will make the decision with the concurrence of the employing section.
CLOSING DATE FOR THIS POSITION: Until filled.
Please read the selection process and criteria at the bottom of this page.
Assistant Systems Manager
OPEN TO: Appointment Eligible Family Members (AEFMs) - All Agencies
OPENING AND CLOSING Until filled.
DATES:
POSITION TITLE: Assistant Systems Manager
HOURS OF WORK: 40 hours per week
POSITION GRADE: FP-06
NOTE: ONLY APPOINTMENT ELIGIBLE FAMILY MEMBERS AS DEFINED BELOW OF U.S. GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEES ASSIGNED TO THE MISSION UNDER THE CHIEF OF MISSION AUTHORITY ARE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.
BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION
The incumbent is assigned to the Information Resources Management Section and will report to the Information Management Officer. Incumbent will assist the Computer Systems Center (CSC) in the installation, management and maintenance of the unclassified and classified computer systems and the wide area local networks. He/she will assist in the functions of the mailroom, switchboard and telephone/radio shop. The incumbent will also provide user support and on the job training as required.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
NOTE: All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item TO QUALIFY FOR THE FS-6 LEVEL.
1. Education Required: Bachelor's degree in Computer Sciences is required. Microsoft certification is required.
2. Work Experience: Three years performing progressively responsible computer management work and must command an expert level of PCs desktop operating systems, network operating systems and wide variety on PC stand-alone and LAN applications is required.
3. Language Requirement: Fluency in English (Level IV both written and spoken) is required.
4. Knowledge: Must have good knowledge of current IT Federal Laws and Regulations and expert knowledge in end user training on computer systems and software.
5. Skills and Abilities: Ability to, - solve a variety of hardware and software related problems, - identify/recommend solutions for existing and potential problem areas, -work with minimum supervision and manage a team, is required.
Normally, candidates for employment are hired at the first step. In some instances, candidates may be hired at a higher step when exceptional qualifications or previous government service and pay level warrant. The Human Resources Officer will make the decision with the concurrence of the employing section and submitted documentation.
CLOSING DATE FOR THIS POSITION: Until filled.
Please read the selection process and criteria at the bottom of this page.
SELECTION PROCESS
When equally qualified, Eligible Family Members and U.S. Veterans will be given preference. Therefore, it is essential that all candidates address the required qualifications above in the application.
After an initial application screening, applicants will be invited to a testing process that may include a written examination and oral interviews. The selected candidate must pass pre-employment medical and security investigations before beginning work. The initial appointment period is one year, subject to renewal.
Normally, candidates for employment are hired at the first step of the designated pay grade. In some instances, candidates may be hired at a higher step when exceptional qualifications or previous governmental service and pay level so warrant. The Human Resources Officer will make the decision with the concurrence of the employing section.
ADDITIONAL SELECTION CRITERIA
1. Management will consider nepotism/conflict of interest, budget, and visa status in determining successful candidacy.
2. Current employees serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply.
3. EFMs who currently hold a EFM appointment are ineligible to apply for advertised positions within the first 90 calendar days of that appointment.
HOW TO APPLY
A. Local applicants (including Foreign residents in Uganda with work permit) should submit:
(i) A completed Optional Application for Federal Employment (OF-612) form;
(ii) Application letter clearly specifying the position for which you are applying;
(iii) A Curriculum Vitae;
(iv) Academic Transcripts;
B. Eligible Family Members should send:
(i) A completed Optional Application for Federal Employment (OF-612) form;
(ii) A current resume;
(iii) Candidates who claim U.S. Veterans preference must provide a copy of
their Form DD-214 with their application;
(iv) Any other documentation (e.g. essays, certificates, awards and copies of
degrees earned) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position
as listed above.
Submitted applications and documents become the property of the Embassy and will not be returned.
SUBMIT APPLICATION TO
1. By mail:
Human Resources Office
Plot 1577 Ggaba Road
P. O. Box 7007, Kampala
Telephone: 0414-259-791/5
2. By Fax:
0414-341-863 - ATTENTION: HR
3. Or by e-mail:
Kampala-HR@state.gov
DEFINITIONS
Appointment Eligible Family Member (AEFM): A type of EFM that is eligible for direct hire employment
on either a Family Member Appointment (FMA) or Temporary Appointment (TEMP) provided s/he meets
all of the following criteria:
--US citizen;
--Spouse or dependent who is at least age 18;
--Listed on the travel orders of a Foreign or Civil Service employee or uniformed service member
permanently assigned to or stationed at a US Foreign Service post or establishment abroad with a USG
agency that is under COM authority;
--Is resident at the sponsoring employee's or uniform service member's post of assignment abroad, approved
safe haven abroad, or alternate safe haven abroad; and does not receive a USG annuity or pension based on a
career in the US Civil, Foreign, or uniform services.
Eligible Family Member (EFM): Spouse of a U.S. citizen or child a of US citizen child as referred to in 6 FAM 111,3, paragraph R, (1) who is at least age 18 and who, in either case, is on the travel orders of a US citizen Foreign or Civil service employee or military service member permanently assigned to or stationed at a US Foreign Service post or establishment abroad and under Chief of Mission authority.
Ordinarily Resident (OR): A citizen of the host country or a citizen of another country who has established primary residency in the host country and has established primary the required work and/or residency permit for employment in country.
Community Liaison Officer Please read the selection process and criteria at the bottom of this page.
Non-Ordinary Resident (NOR): Typically NORs are U.S. citizen EFMs and family members of FS, GS, and Military Personnel who are on the travel orders and under Chief of Mission Authority, or other personnel having diplomatic privileges and immunities.
Typically NORs are U.S. citizen EFMs and family members of FS, GS, and Military Personnel who are on the travel orders and under Chief of Mission Authority, or other personnel having diplomatic privileges and immunities.Member of Household (MOH): Foreign born spouses, dependent children, unmarried partners of the same and opposite sex, parents, other relatives or adult children who fall outside the Department's current legal and statutory definition of EFM.
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