1. RSO Office Management Assistant – U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs) at American Embassy Kigali Mission Rwanda: (Deadline 31 May 2024)
Duties
Qualifications and Evaluations
- Requirements:
- EXPERIENCE: Two years of administrative experience which would include some of the following types of administrative duties: filing, scanning, scheduling appointments/meetings, maintaining calendars, ordering office supplies, making travel arrangements and receiving telephone calls is required.The soonest possible start date would be at the end of July.
- Education Requirements:
- Completion of High school is required.
- Evaluations:
- LANGUAGE: Fluent proficiency English writing/speaking/reading English is required. This may be tested.Must be able to type 40 words per minute. This will be tested.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: The U.S. Mission 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.
- Qualifications:
- All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications and complete a mandatory probationary period for LE Staff.
Benefits and Other Info
- Benefits:
- Agency Benefits:
- Locally Employed Staff, including Members of Household (MOHs), and Third-Country Nationals (TCNs), working at the U.S. Mission in Kigali may receive a compensation package that may include health, separation, and other benefits.
For EFMs, benefits should be discussed with the Human Resources Office.
The pay plan is assigned at the time of the conditional offer letter by the HR Office.
Other Information:HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants in the following hiring preference categories are extended a hiring preference in the order listed below. Therefore, it is essential that these applicants accurately describe their status on the application. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not eligible for a hiring preference.HIRING PREFERENCE ORDER:
(1) AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*
(2) AEFM / USEFM
(3) FS on LWOP and CS in LWOP **
* IMPORTANT: Applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of the most recent Member Copy Four (4) of the DD-214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, and, if applicable, a letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. If claiming conditional eligibility for U.S. Veterans’ preference, applicants must submit proof of conditional eligibility. If the written documentation confirming eligibility is not received in the HR office by the closing date of the vacancy announcement, the U.S. Veterans’ preference will not be considered in the application process. Mission HR’s decision on eligibility for U.S. Veterans’ preference after reviewing all required documentation is final.
** This level of preference applies to all Foreign Service employees on LWOP and CS in LWOP status with re-employment or reinstatement rights back to their agency or bureau.
What is an EFM, USEFM, AEFM, MOH, etc? (https://careers.state.gov/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/VA-Definitions-and-Additional-Employment-Considerations.pdf)
ADDITIONAL SELECTION CRITERIA:
- 1. The Mission may consider any of the following when determining successful candidacy: nepotism, conflicts of interest, budget, and residency status.
2. Current employees of the Mission who have not successfully completed their initial probationary periods are not eligible to apply. Current employees with an Overall Summary Rating of Needs Improvement or Unsatisfactory or MBC score of 100 points or less, on their most recent Employee Performance Report (EPR) are not eligible to apply.
3. Current employees of the Mission hired on a Family Member Appointment (FMA) or a Personal Service Agreement (PSA) are not eligible to apply within the first 90 calendar days of their employment. This does not apply for employees on a PSA (Temp), or those are hired on a When Actually Employed (WAE) or intermittent work schedule.
4. Candidates who are EFMs, USEFMs, AEFMs, or MOHs must have at least one year remaining on their sponsor’s tour of duty to be considered eligible to apply for this position.
How to Apply
- How to Apply:
- All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a Secret Clearance.Candidates must have at least one year remaining on their sponsor’s tour of duty to be considered eligible to apply for this position, or hold a current/active Secret security clearance and have at least six months remaining at post by the date of this vacancy announcement.
- To apply for this position applicants must electronically submit the documents listed below to be considered for employment. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not eligible and qualified.
To apply for this position click the “Submit Application” button. For more information on how to apply visit the Mission internet site https://rw.usembassy.gov/embassy/jobs/
- Required Documents:
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- High School Diploma
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- List of references
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- Copy of orders/Assignment notification (or equiv.)
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- DD-214 (If applicable)
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- SF-50 (If applicable)
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- Next Steps:
- Applicants who are invited to take a language, skills, or who are selected for an interview will be contacted via email.Thank you for your application and your interest in working at the U.S. Mission in Kigali.
2. Public Health Specialist (Pediatric and Adolescent HIV Care and Treatment) at American Embassy Kigali Mission Rwanda: (Deadline 31 May 2024)
Public Health Specialist (Pediatric and Adolescent HIV Care and Treatment)
- To apply for this position applicants must electronically submit the documents listed below to be considered for employment. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not eligible and qualified.
Vacancy Announcement: KIGALI-2024-019
The Embassy of the United States of America in Kigali is recruiting for a Public Health Specialist (Pediatric and Adolescent HIV Care and Treatment). The position is open to All Interested Candidates/All Sources and available to start immediately.
Duties: Under the supervision of CDC Public Health Specialist (HIV/AIDS Care & Treatment), the incumbent of this position serves as the key public health advisor on pediatric and adolescent care and treatment programs in Rwanda. The jobholder also serves as technical expert on HIV prevention among children and ensures consistent and proper delivery of CDC supported Prevention of the mother to Child HIV Transmission (PMTCT) activities in CDC supported health facilities. Position is responsible for the design, implementation, coordination, monitoring, and evaluation of a broad range of agency funded program activities and studies for pediatric and adolescent care and treatment as well as PMTCT, required to implement the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) in Rwanda.
The jobholder is the Senior Program Advisor and program contact to the Rwanda Biomedical Center (RBC), Ministry of Health (MOH), external partners and Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) in the implementation of pediatric and adolescent care and treatment program activities and studies. The incumbent represents CDC/Rwanda PMTCT, pediatric and adolescent care, and treatment issues at technical, policy and strategic planning meetings, including meetings with collaborators and donor agencies. The job holder serves as a primary contributor to the planning, development, and review of the pediatric and adolescent care and treatment and PMTCT components of the annual Country Operational Plan (COP) for Rwanda. Collaborates with implementing partners to identify training needs and participates in the development and implementation of training courses for partner organizations.
All applications must be submitted via Electronic Recruitment Application (ERA) by May 31, 2024.
Full announcement and application procedures are available on https://rw.usembassy.gov/embassy/jobs/
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Please note that e-mailed applications are not accepted. Only applications submitted through our Electronic Recruitment Application will be considered.
3. Project Coordinator – Employees of Mission-All/or USEFMs EFMs at American Embassy Kigali Mission Rwanda: (Deadline 31 May 2024)
Duties
The Project Coordinator plans, coordinates, and monitors special maintenance, repair, and upgrade projects within the Facility Management Section at Embassy properties. Additionally, the Project Coordinator identifies project requirements, writes statements of work, writes specifications, coordinates scheduling, orders materials, monitors, and evaluates projects. Furthermore, the Project Coordinator determines the most feasible means to meet Embassy requirements while ensuring a high-quality product.
Duties include, but are not limited to: Reviewing contractors’ proposals for compliance with Embassy requirements and recommends acceptance or rejection; and serve as Contracting Officer Representative (COR), review materials and workmanship quality, accepts or rejects products/materials, monitors project progress in relation to the project schedule. Maintain official documentation of contract correspondence and inspection logs.
Qualifications and Evaluations
- Requirements:
- EXPERIENCE: Two years prior work experience in a management or technical position is required.
- Education Requirements:
- Completion of secondary/high school is required.
- Evaluations:
- LANGUAGE: Applicants must be fluent in English. This may be tested.SKILLS AND ABILITIES Optional: Must have well developed oral communication skills and be an active, objective listener. Must have strong, proactive, and customer-focused interpersonal skills.
- EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO): The U.S. Mission 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.
- Qualifications:
- All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications.Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Benefits and Other Info
- Benefits:
- Agency Benefits:
- Locally Employed Staff, including Members of Household (MOHs), and Third-Country Nationals (TCNs), working at the U.S. Mission in Rwanda may receive a compensation package that may include health, separation, and other benefits.For EFMs, benefits should be discussed with the Human Resources Office.
The pay plan is assigned at the time of the conditional offer letter by the HR Office.
- Other Information:
- HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants in the following hiring preference categories are extended a hiring preference in the order listed below. Therefore, it is essential that these applicants accurately describe their status on the application. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not eligible for a hiring preference.HIRING PREFERENCE ORDER:
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- AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*
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- AEFM / USEFM
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- FS on LWOP and CS with reemployment rights **
* IMPORTANT: Applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of their most recent DD-214 (“Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty”), equivalent documentation, or certification. A “certification” is any written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions within 120 days after the certification is submitted by the applicant. The certification letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service. Acceptable documentation must be submitted in order for the preference to be given.
** This level of preference applies to all Foreign Service employees on LWOP and CS with re-employment rights back to their agency or bureau.
For more information (i.e., what is an EFM, USEFM, AEFM, MOH, etc.?) and for additional employment considerations, please visit the following link.
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How to Apply
- How to Apply:
- All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a Public Trust clearance.To apply for this position click the “Submit Application” button. For more information on how to apply visit the Mission internet site.
- Required Documents:
- If you fail to provide requested information, or the information you submit is insufficient to verify your eligibility, you will not be considered for this position.
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- Copy of Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent)
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- Secondary School/High School Diploma
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- Driver’s License
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- DD-214 – Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)
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- SF-50 (if applicable)
COM Approval for Members of Household (if applicable)
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- Next Steps:
- Applicants who are invited to take a language or skills test, or who are selected for an interview will be contacted via email.
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- For further information – the complete position description listing all of the duties, responsibilities, required qualifications, etc. may be obtained by contacting the Human Resources Office.
Thank you for your application and your interest in working at the U.S. Mission in Rwanda.
4. TalentCare Coordinator – Employees of Mission – All / USEFMs, EFMs or MOHs at American Embassy Kigali Mission Rwanda: (Deadline 31 May 2024)
Duties
The TalentCare Coordinator will initiate and administer a process that coordinates the several programs related to the Department’s TalentCare initiative, and provide strategic planning and initiation of a comprehensive wellness program outlined in 16 FAM 625. Job holder will help establish, maintain, and work with the Post TalentCare Committee. This position’s duties include regularly evaluating post’s specific needs and identifying resources related to TalentCare, developing a wellness plan, and implementing and monitoring the effectiveness of that plan. Incumbent will report to Management Officer, with guidance of the Post TalentCare Committee (TCC) and with technical support from the MED/CP/OHW Wellness Team.
Qualifications and Evaluations
- Requirements:
- EXPERIENCE: At least two (2) years of professional experience including education, administration, or program management within the fields of health promotion, workplace wellness, recreation, or other allied health professions is required.
- Applicants MUST be an Appointment Eligible Family Member and/or Member of Household assigned to U.S. Mission Rwanda.
- Education Requirements:
- Completion of at least two (2) years of study at University or College is required.
- Evaluations:
- LANGUAGE: Level III (Good Working Knowledge) of English writing/speaking/reading is required. This may be tested.EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO): The U.S. Mission 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.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: The U.S. Embassy Kigali provides reasonable accommodation as needed to people with disabilities. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation should contact the U.S. Embassy’s Human Resources Office at HRKigali@state.gov for assistance.
- Qualifications:
- All applicants under consideration will be required to undergo a background investigation. This position requires a Public Trust.
Benefits and Other Info
- Benefits:
- Agency Benefits:
- For EFMs, benefits should be discussed with the Human Resources Office.The pay plan is assigned at the time of the conditional offer letter by the HR Office.
- Other Information:
- For the current COVID-19 Requirements please visit the following link.HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants in the following hiring preference categories are extended a hiring preference in the order listed below. Therefore, it is essential that these applicants accurately describe their status on the application. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not eligible for a hiring preference.
HIRING PREFERENCE ORDER:
1. AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*
2. AEFM / USEFM
3. FS on LWOP and CS with reemployment rights *** IMPORTANT: Applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of their most recent DD-214 (“Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty”), Letter from Veterans’ Affairs which indicates the present existence of a service-connected disability dated within the past six months, equivalent documentation, or certification. A “certification” is any written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions within 120 days after the certification is submitted by the applicant. The certification letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service. Acceptable documentation must be submitted in order for the preference to be given.
** This level of preference applies to all Foreign Service employees on LWOP and CS with re-employment rights back to their agency or bureau.
For more information (i.e., what is an EFM, USEFM, AEFM, MOH, etc.?) and for additional employment considerations, please visit the following link.
How to Apply
- How to Apply:
- All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a Public Trust clearance.Candidates must have at least one year remaining on their sponsor’s tour of duty to be considered eligible to apply for this position, or hold a current/active Secret security clearance and have at least one year remaining at post by the date of this vacancy announcement.
To apply for this position applicants must electronically submit the documents listed below to be considered for employment. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not eligible and qualified.
To apply for this position click the “Submit Application” button. For more information on how to apply visit the Mission internet site https://rw.usembassy.gov/embassy/jobs/
- Required Documents:
- To qualify based on education, you MUST submit the requested degree and / or transcripts as verification of educational requirement by the closing date of this announcement. Failure to provide requested information, or the information is insufficient to verify eligibility, may result in disqualification for this position.All Applicants:
• College Degree
• References
• Other documentEligible Family Member Applicants:
• Copy of Sponsor’s Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent)
• Passport copy
• DD-214 – Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)
• SF-50 (if applicable) - Next Steps:
- Applicants who are invited to take a language, skills, or who are selected for an interview will be contacted via email.Thank you for your application and your interest in working at the U.S. Mission in Kigali.
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5. Security Escort at American Embassy Kigali Mission Rwanda: (Deadline 4 June 2024)
Duties
Performs all duties of a security escort by monitoring and escorting non-cleared visitors and personnel while in controlled access areas (CAA) or in other locations within mission facilities and grounds. The position is either full time, part time, or on an as needed basis, some after-hours, weekend and holiday work may be required.
Incumbent performs the duties of security escort for personnel without a security clearance, who perform maintenance, repairs, and other services in the controlled access area (CAA) of the chancery, escorts COTELs and POTUS’ and classified pouch when required. Must be available for work that may be performed on weekends and/or after business hours. Incumbent shall work on a When Actually Employed (WAE) schedule that will change weekly depending on demand. This position is directly supervised by the Facility Manager.
Qualifications and Evaluations
- Requirements:
- EXPERIENCE: A minimum of one year experience in an office environment is required.Applicants MUST be an Appointment Eligible Family Member and/or Member of Household assigned to U.S Mission Rwanda.
- Education Requirements:
- A High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Evaluations:
- LANGUAGE: Good Working Knowledge of English writing/speaking is required. This may be tested.EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO): The U.S. Mission 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.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: The U.S. Embassy Kigali provides reasonable accommodation as needed to people with disabilities. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation should contact the U.S. Embassy’s Human Resources Office at HRKigali@state.gov for assistance.
- Qualifications:
- All applicants under consideration will be required to undergo a background investigation. This position requires Secret Clearance.
Benefits and Other Info
- Benefits:
- Agency Benefits:
- For EFMs, benefits should be discussed with the Human Resources Office.The pay plan is assigned at the time of the conditional offer letter by the HR Office.
- Other Information:
- For the current COVID-19 Requirements please visit the following link.HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants in the following hiring preference categories are extended a hiring preference in the order listed below. Therefore, it is essential that these applicants accurately describe their status on the application. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not eligible for a hiring preference.
HIRING PREFERENCE ORDER:
1. AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*
2. AEFM / USEFM
3. FS on LWOP and CS with reemployment rights *** IMPORTANT: Applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of their most recent DD-214 (“Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty”), Letter from Veterans’ Affairs which indicates the present existence of a service-connected disability dated within the past six months, equivalent documentation, or certification. A “certification” is any written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions within 120 days after the certification is submitted by the applicant. The certification letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service. Acceptable documentation must be submitted in order for the preference to be given.
** This level of preference applies to all Foreign Service employees on LWOP and CS with re-employment rights back to their agency or bureau.
For more information (i.e., what is an EFM, USEFM, AEFM, MOH, etc.?) and for additional employment considerations, please visit the following link.
How to Apply
- How to Apply:
- All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a Secret clearance.Candidates must have at least one year remaining on their sponsor’s tour of duty to be considered eligible to apply for this position, or hold a current/active Secret security clearance and have at least one year remaining at post by the date of this vacancy announcement.
To apply for this position applicants must electronically submit the documents listed below to be considered for employment. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not eligible and qualified.
To apply for this position click the “Submit Application” button. For more information on how to apply visit the Mission internet site https://rw.usembassy.gov/embassy/jobs/
- Required Documents:
- To qualify based on education, you MUST submit the requested degree and / or transcripts as verification of educational requirement by the closing date of this announcement. Failure to provide requested information, or the information is insufficient to verify eligibility, may result in disqualification for this position.All Applicants:
• Highschool Diploma
• References
• Other documentEligible Family Member Applicants:
• Copy of Sponsor’s Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent)
• Passport copy
• DD-214 – Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)
• SF-50 (if applicable) - Next Steps:
- Applicants who are invited to take a language, skills, or who are selected for an interview will be contacted via email.Thank you for your application and your interest in working at the U.S. Mission in Kigali.
- For further information – the complete position description listing all of the duties, responsibilities, required qualifications, etc. may be obtained by contacting the Human Resources Office.
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