Vacant Jobs at U.S. Embassy South Africa

Duties

Summary:

• The Experiential Learning (EXPL) Coordinator at Consulate General Johannesburg recommends, implements, and evaluates public diplomacy “learning through experience” activities.  These activities promote economic growth and inclusion via programs like tech-camps, arts and sports programs, visiting speaker programs, grants, training, and other focused community engagement efforts.

Duties:

Project Development and Implementation (50% of time)

• Engages youth and marginalized communities to expand Consulate engagement with emerging voices audiences identified as priorities for Mission South Africa. Designs activities and projects; develops project objectives, identifies key communities and participants, and oversees/manages all project elements, including schedules, publicity/branding, transportation, equipment, and other requirements. Recruits credible South African institutions and individuals to support Consulate EXPL outreach. Maintains substantive contact with U.S. exchange program alumni. Assesses progress toward performance goals; assesses and reports on project outcomes.

Strategic Planning, Analysis, Evaluation (20% of time)

• As part of the PD Section’s annual plan to engage and inspire specific audience groups, designs and develops detailed PD initiatives to engage priority EV communities. Identifies segmented audiences where EXPL would have the greatest impact, using demographic statistics, public opinion polling, and analysis of communication and language preferences. Leverages U.S. private-sector EXPL programs and initiatives to expand PD outreach. Designs marketing and recruitment strategies to support EXPL outreach. Reviews, recommends, and participates in Notices of Funding Opportunity (NOFOs) for grant and cooperative agreement proposals for EXPL outreach.

 Intra- and Interagency Coordination (15% of time)

• Develops working relations across the Consulate, Embassy Pretoria, and other posts. Promotes awareness among Consulate officers of EXPL, its economic benefits, and links to Mission goals. Develops opportunities for Consulate officers and community to participate in EXPL initiatives. Collaborates with colleagues to develop robust multimedia components in support of EXPL projects and activities.

Administrative Functions (15% of time)

• Prepares, manages, and tracks annual and individual project budgets for EXPL activities. Serves as Grants Officer Representative (GOR) for EXPL grants and cooperative agreements. Maintains office records and files. Drafts office correspondence and reports. Provides informal interpretation and translation from/to English and local language when required.

Qualifications and Evaluations

Requirements:

EXPERIENCE: 

• A minimum of three years of progressively responsible experience in a multilingual, multicultural, multinational, government, educational, or museum environment with marketing, public relations, communication, or education duties as a significant part of the job is required.

JOB KNOWLEDGE:

• Detailed knowledge of U.S. foreign policy and American interests as they apply to South Africa, and especially to the EV sector, is required.
• General knowledge of USG and DOS structure, as well as of PD Bureaus within the DOS, is required.
• Detailed understanding of the full range of PD tactics and tools designed to engage EV audiences and general knowledge of cross-cultural communications are required. Must have knowledge of DOS standards for project management, including defining project objectives, outcomes, and assessment methods.
• Full understanding of PD-specific funding authorities and their planning and reporting tools is required.
• A thorough understanding of the attitudes and preferences of the EV audience sector in South Africa, including regional, ethnic, socioeconomic, cultural, and linguistic factors and the religious and educational institutions that shape attitudes, is required.
• Knowledge of typical customer service and marketing tools designed to engage specific audience segments, particularly the EV sector, in South Africa is required. Knowledge of latest trends in EXPL engagement in related public service institutions such as schools, museums, and training institutes, as relevant for the EV sector, is required. Knowledge of the types of technical and regulatory requirements associated with arts, sports, technical learning camps, or other public engagement activities in South Africa is required.
• Must have knowledge of the primary influencers in popular culture, as well as South African institutions, government structures, and policies that shape local attitudes toward EXPL techniques and/or EV audiences, particularly youth.
• Must be a practitioner of digital communication tools and practices trending with youth audiences, as well as those used by cultural or idea leaders influential with the South African EV sector. Understanding of the complex and changing nature of the information environment, including current trends in international and the South African communications landscapes, is required.

Education Requirements:

• University degree in communications, international relations, intercultural/multicultural studies, museum education, marketing, or local equivalent is required.

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Duties

• Under the direct supervision of the Human Resources Specialist and the general supervision of the Human Resources Officer. 
• The incumbent provides a full range of Payroll and Time & Attendance services the USDHs, Eligible Family Members and Locally Employed Staff and serves as the primary point of contact with the Global Financial Services Center (GFSC) on resolving pay discrepancies.  The Employee provides guidance on Workman’s Compensation claims and oversees the Official Residence Employees (OREs).

Qualifications and Evaluations

Requirements:

All selected candidates must be able to obtain and hold a:

• security certificate; or 
• Public Trust security clearance. 

Education Requirements:

• A Completed Two-year College Diploma is required.

Evaluations:

• You will be evaluated against the qualifications and requirements in this vacancy announcement. 
• You may be asked to complete a pre-employment language or skills test.
• You must complete the application form and provide the required documents.  Your application must address all the position qualifications and requirements including education, experience, language, and any knowledge/skills/abilities listed.  If you fail to submit a complete application, then your application may be disqualified for this position.

Qualifications:

Experience: 

• Minimum three years of progressively responsible experience in Payroll administration and Time Attendance Reporting is required.

Job Knowledge:  

• Good knowledge of basic accounting principle, Basic conditions of employment act of South Africa, Payroll and records management is required. Knowledge of payroll software/system and data entry is required and basic understanding of local taxes.

Skills And Abilities:  

• Must be proficient in the use of all office equipment, knowledge of MS Word, MS PowerPoint and Excel with utmost accuracy and attention to detail is required.  Good typing/keyboarding skills.  Ability to analyze data, ability to deal with customers courteously, timely and effectively. Ability to prepare spreadsheets and perform numerical calculations. Ability to maintain confidentiality.

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Duties

• The incumbent serves as the post’s nurse with responsibilities that include the medical care of Mission employees and eligible family members under MED approved clinical guidelines, as well as maintenance and inventory of all medical equipment and supplies, implementation of a robust vaccination program, administration of group and individual health education programs, and medical emergency contingency planning for the Mission. The incumbent will work in the Medical Unit under the direct clinical supervision of the Medical Provider (MP).

Qualifications and Evaluations

Requirements:

All selected candidates must be able to obtain and hold a: 

• security certificate; or 
• Public Trust security clearance. 
• All selected candidates will be subject to a background investigation and may be subject to a pre-employment medical exam.   
• Selected candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time 12 weeks upon receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.

Education Requirements:

• Degree (RN Level) in Nursing or Diploma/Certificate equivalent from an accredited School of Nursing is required.

Evaluations:

• You will be evaluated against the qualifications and requirements in this vacancy announcement. 
• You may be asked to complete a pre-employment language or skills test.
• You must complete the application form and provide the required documents.  Your application must address all the position qualifications and requirements including education, experience, language, and any knowledge/skills/abilities listed.  If you fail to submit a complete application, then your application may be disqualified for this position.

Qualifications:

Experience: 

•  A minimum of two (2) years of post-qualification clinical work as a professional nurse within the last 10 (ten) years is required.

Job Knowledge:  

• The incumbent possesses critical thinking skills and can triage health related clinical problems or emergencies to access the best level of available care.
• Know their country’s scope of practice and willingness to operate with US Standard of Care Nursing Scope of Practice.
• Perform physical assessments and health histories.
• Administer medications and treatments.
• Coordinate clinical care of patients with other clinical staff, either in the Health Unit or in local clinic or hospital

Skills And Abilities:

Social Perceptiveness:

• The position requires strong interpersonal skills and a client-oriented disposition capable of dealing with complex interactive challenges in difficult and emotional situations.
• Critical Thinking
• Inductive Reasoning
• Oral Comprehension
• Written Comprehension
• Must be able to perform basic word processing on computer. 

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Duties

• The Visa Assistant (NIV/IV) performs a wide range of consular duties associated with delivering nonimmigrant visa (NIV) and immigrant visa (IV) services, in accordance with the Consular Sections’ standard operating procedures and established visa processing guidelines.
• Incumbent performs data-entry, document review, correspondence, passport manifesting, visa printing, and other general office work.
• Customer service focus is essential in a Consular Section that addresses a diverse range of applicants in person and via correspondence daily.
• The position requires a high-level attention to detail to ensure case meet documentary requirements, as well as to spot trends or potential issues and escalate those as necessary.
• The job holder is fully cross trained to function in any role as required by visa demand and scheduling.

Qualifications and Evaluations

Requirements:

EXPERIENCE:  

• Minimum two years’ experience involving the application of regulations and law, extensive public contact, customer service, or problem-solving experience is required.

Education Requirements:

• Completion of two years of college or university studies is required.

Evaluations:

LANGUAGE:  

• Fluent Speaking/Reading/Writing of French is required. (This may be tested).
• Fluent Speaking/Reading/Writing of English is required. (This may be tested).

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Intermediate knowledge of MS Word, and Outlook and basic knowledge of MS Excel and Power Point is required (This may be tested).
• Must be able to perform work with accuracy at a quick, rapid pace.
• Must be able to deal effectively with the public, exercising tact, and be able to work under continuous pressure and time constraints.
• Must demonstrate attention to detail, ability to work effectively as a member of a team as well as independently with minimal supervision, and strong interpersonal skills.
• Must have good skills for drafting written correspondence in both English and local language.
• Must be able to apply good judgment in evaluating evidence, protecting sensitive information, and applying regulations correctly.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Good understan ding of local governmental organizations, immigration law and practices, and cultural and social practices.

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Duties

• The Administrative and Program Support Visitor Access and Clearance Coordinator position provides administrative, data analysis/report, program/project coordination, and management in support of Post’s Visitor Access Request (VAR) program and the Regional Security Office (RSO). In addition to administrative and program support, this position provides cleared escort responsibilities.
• This position primarily supports the VAR program, but also addresses short-term OMS/OMA staffing gaps, ad-hoc projects, and/or short-term workload increases in the Regional Security Office.
• This is a full-time position. Post DRSO supervises the position, but the incumbent will work closely with the Human Resources Office in support of the OneBadge program.

Qualifications and Evaluations

Requirements:

• All selected candidates must be able to obtain and hold a SECRET level clearance.
• All selected candidates will be subject to a background investigation. Selected candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time [12 weeks] upon receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.

Education Requirements:

• Completion of two years post-secondary education is required.

Evaluations:

• You will be evaluated against the qualifications and requirements in this vacancy announcement. 
• You may be asked to complete a pre-employment language or skills test.
• You must complete the application form and provide the required documents. 
• Your application must address all the position qualifications and requirements including education, experience, language, and any knowledge/skills/abilities listed. 
• If you fail to submit a complete application, then your application may be disqualified for this position.

Qualifications:

Experience:

• Three years of office administration and management experience is required.

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Duties

BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION

• Working in the Regional Security Office (RSO), the Foreign Service National Investigator (FSNI) conducts security investigations and maintains liaison with local police and other security and law enforcement officials. The FSNI assists the RSO team in coordinating protection for post personnel and visiting U.S. government officials, obtaining and reporting on information concerning potential security threats to post personnel, facilities, or information.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

Investigations 60%

• Conducts background investigations on candidates for employment and on local contractors to determine suitability for business.
• Conducts research on behalf of other U.S. law enforcement agencies for criminal investigation.

Liaison 20%

• Develops and maintains contacts with local government authorities, the police and other law enforcement and private security entities to protect the security of post personnel, coordinate U.S. dignitary visits, and facilitates international conferences.
• Coordinates with local authorities by traveling to different cities in the country to facilitate VIP visits to those locations.
• Assists post employ ees involved in crimes and accidents to coordinate with local police.

Threat Analysis 10%

• Gathers and evaluates intelligence information concerning threats against post personnel, facilities, or information. 
• Works with local contacts to receive and verify criminal, counterintelligence, terrorist or other threat information. 
• Monitors trends in significant criminal and terrorist activities and any relevant socio-political developments in country and produces analytical reports on the impact of these developments on the post security environment.

Administrative Work 10%

• Maintains staff briefing and debriefing records and vehicle fuel usage logs.
• Performs translation s ervice for RSO when required.

Qualifications and Evaluations

Requirements:

All selected candidates must be able to obtain and hold a:

• Public Trust Security Clearance. 
• All selected candidates will be subject to a background investigation and may be subject to a pre-employment medical exam.  
• Selected candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time (12 weeks) upon receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.

Education Requirements:

• A minimum of two (2) years University Studies is required.

Evaluations:

• You will be evaluated against the qualifications and requirements in this vacancy announcement. 
• You may be asked to complete a pre-employment language or skills test.
• You must complete the application form and provide the required documents. 
• Your application must address all the position qualifications and requirements including education, experience, language, and any knowledge/skills/abilities listed. 
• If you fail to submit a complete application, then your application may be disqualified for this position.

Qualifications:

Experience:

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in law enforcement, military, private security, or investigation is required.

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Duties

Basic Function of Position:  

• Working under the Deputy Director of the Overseas Buildings Operations (OBO) team, the Mechanical Engineer is responsible for overseeing and inspecting all work elements of the construction site, reviewing shop drawings and other construction plans, developing change orders and cost estimates for the constituent posts assigned to the region.  Incumbent must be capable of working independently.

Construction Site Management                                                                                    

• Develops an in-depth knowledge of the contractual requirements for the project.
• Oversees the construction to ensure adherence to approved drawings and specifications; inspects construction workmanship, materials, equipment.
• Oversees site work elements within discipline and provides early notification of potential schedule slippages regarding the mechanical construction activities.
• Monitors the work process, performs quality assurance testing and enforces safety requirements.
• Makes cost estimates on design changes, evaluates cost proposals and contractors’ requests for adjustments.
• Reports to the  Project Director on the project’s conformity and non-conformity to approved drawings and specifications; makes recommendations on how to correct deficiencies and resolve problems during construction.

Contractors Management             

• Maintains daily construction surveillance logs to ensure compliance with the terms and conditions of contracts.
• On behalf of the owners’ interest, the Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for overseeing the work of contractors over the course of the project.  The Mechanical Engineer tracks the contractor scheduled milestones; materials, equipment, and labor used; the quality and workmanship of outputs, and provides the contractors, through the PD, observations, recommendations, and supervision.
• Monitors the construction schedule, reviews contractors’ proposals for change, and makes recommendations to Project Director on time extension requests.
• Reviews contractors’ invoices related to mechanical works to ensure accuracy and completeness.

Construction Reports and Documentation   

• Reviews and analyzes material samples, shop drawings, installation manuals, and other technical documents submitted by the contractors to ensure conformity with contract requirements.
• Prepares written reports to Project Director with analysis and recommendations on alternatives and actions, where appropriate.
• Prepares periodic progress reports to Project Director as required.
• Prepares and reviews engineering drawings, mechanical load calculations, technical specifications and cost estimates for construction change orders or to support U.S. installed equipment. 
• Makes cost estimates on design and specification alternatives as requested by Project Director; must be able to present in two-dimensional and three-dimensional drafts to illustrate engineering problems and proposed solutions. 

Liaison with Host Government        

• Liaises with local authorities responsible for the implementation, scheduling and compliance of local building codes and construction regulations.
• Coordinates (Title II) mechanical engineering services as required.

Qualifications and Evaluations

Requirements:

All selected candidates must be able to obtain and hold a: 

• Public Trust security clearance. 
• All selected candidates will be subject to a background investigation and may be subject to a pre-employment medical exam. 
• Selected candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time [12 weeks] upon receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.

Education Requirements:

• University degree in mechanical engineering from an accredited institution is required.
• Student accreditation along with degree will suffice for this position.

Evaluations:

• You will be evaluated against the qualifications and requirements in this vacancy announcement. 
• You may be asked to complete a pre-employment language or skills test.
• You must complete the application form and provide the required documents.
• Your application must address all the position qualifications and requirements including education, experience, language, and any knowledge/skills/abilities listed. 
• If you fail to submit a complete application, then your application may be disqualified for this position.

Qualifications:

Experience

• At least five years of experience in mechanical engineering related to building construction and renovation on large scale residential or commercial development projects, of which, two years of experience in construction project management and oversight is required

Job Knowledge:

• Must have comprehensive understanding of DOS/OBO construction regulations and guidelines, OBO commissioning and construction guidebook. Knowledge of local building and construction codes, local safety and security rules. Must be familiar with the local government structure and jurisdictions and the key personnel in order to facilitate authorization and related engagement. Must have professional knowledge in mechanical design calculations and criteria, preparation of engineering drawings and specifications. 

Skills And Abilities:

• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook) and Internet Research. Professional skills and experience in using construction management software such as Microsoft Project and Primavera.  Ability to create mechanical engineering cost estimates and review mechanical plan for code compliance.
• Ability to operate documenting and measuring equipment such as cameras, infrared thermometers, flow meters, calipers and measuring tools. Must hold a valid driver’s license.

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Duties

• Under the supervision of the Senior Protocol Assistant, and in collaboration with the Ambassador and Deputy Chief of Mission's Office Management Specialists, the incumbent contributes to organizing and managing major representational events for the Mission, including the annual official Independence Day reception, as well as independently organizing functions hosted by the Ambassador, or Deputy Chief of Mission. These events can include, but are not limited to, lunches, dinners, and receptions.
• The incumbent coordinates closely with staff at the Ambassador and DCM Residences, with colleagues in the Protocol, Executive offices, and other sections.

Qualifications and Evaluations

Requirements:

All selected candidates must be able to obtain and hold a: 

• security certificate; or 
• Public Trust security clearance. 
• All selected candidates will be subject to a background investigation and may be subject to a pre-employment medical exam.  
• Selected candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time 12 weeks upon receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.

Education Requirements:

• Two year diploma in Business Administration, Public Relations, Arts & Culture, Events Management or Project Management is required.

Evaluations:

• You will be evaluated against the qualifications and requirements in this vacancy announcement. 
• You may be asked to complete a pre-employment language or skills test.
• You must complete the application form and provide the required documents. 
• Your application must address all the position qualifications and requirements including education, experience, language, and any knowledge/skills/abilities listed. 
• If you fail to submit a complete application, then your application may be disqualified for this position.

Qualifications:

Experience:  

• Minimum of three years of progressively responsible work experience in Public Relations, office and/or event management is required.

Language: 

• Fluency in English - speaking/reading/writing of English is required. 

Job Knowledge:  

• Must have comprehensive knowledge of South Africa's protocol guidelines, general etiquette and social aspects of the political structure and situation of the host country. Must possess knowledge of South African government protocol and social customs.

Skills And Abilities:  

• Must possess considerable tact and political sensitivity, which must be exercised daily with high-level officials.  
• Proficiency in with Microsoft Office is required. Must be able to prepare invitations, documents, spreadsheets etc. Must be well organized and attentive to detail. Must be willing to work flexible work schedules, including evening and weekend hours and be able to travel on occasion, inside the country. Typing skills with speed and accuracy is required.