Information Assistant in the Public Diplomacy Section

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INFORMATION ASSISTANT POSITION

Entreprise : U.S. MISSION IN OUAGADOUGOU
Secteur d'activité : ADMINISTRATION / SERVICE PUBLIC
Type d'offre : EMPLOI
Niveau(x): BAC+3
Expérience: 2 ANNÉES 
Lieu: OUAGADOUGOU, BURKINA FASO
Date de publication: 26 MAI 2017
Date limite: 7 JUIN 2017
Contact : HROouaga@state.gov - (226) 25-49-54-98

The U.S. Mission in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for (01) position of Information Assistant in the Public Diplomacy Section (PD).

Opening Date : May 24, 2017
Closing Date : June 07, 2017
Open to : all interested candidates
Work Schedule : Full-time (40 hours/week)

SALARY : *Ordinarily Resident (OR) : CFA 9,123,040 p.a. (Starting Salary)
(Position Grade : FSN-07)

ALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT APPLICANTS MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.

BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION :

The incumbent advises and assists the Information Specialist in planning, developing, scheduling and administering a country-wide media program that both promotes U.S. policy and engages the public. The Information Assistant - Digital outreach has the responsibility for monitoring digital media trends and developing the "e-voice" of the Mission. The incumbent also supports the public diplomacy activities and initiatives of the other PD units and other Mission sections. The incumbent serves as back up to the Information Specialist.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

1. EDUCATION : Completion of secondary education and the equivalent of one year Post-Secondary training in all forms of communication or university social sciences is required.

2. EXPERIENCE : One or two years of progressive work experience is required.

3. LANGUAGE : Level III English and Level IV French speaking and writing ability is required as proven through the technical test. English language skill will be tested

4. SKILLS AND ABILITIES : Proficiency in the use of personal computers, mobile technology, and advanced software suites such as the Microsoft suite is required ; ability to exercise initiative,
work independently, and demonstrate resourcefulness and judgment in obtaining information drafting ; concise reports in English; familiarity with digital media platforms and use of the Internet is required. —These will be tested.

5. JOB KNOWLEDGE : Working knowledge of the digital media environment is required as demonstrated in the technical test and the interview.
A thorough understanding of youth culture and the information technology relevant to reaching youth audiences is necessary.

TO APPLY : 
A) - Required forms : Interested applicants for this position must submit the following, or the application will not be considered :
1. New form : Application for Employment as a Locally Employed Staff or Family Member –DS-174 completed in English ; (available on the Embassy Web site or request a copy at S/C.A.C west side entrance of the Embassy), and
2. Candidates who claim U.S. Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form 
DD-214 with their application.

B) - Required documentation/attachments : 1). photocopies of attestations/certificates of work, service, trainings ; essays. 2). photocopies of diplomas, degrees, awards earned that address the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.

Note : 
 Applicants should retain original copies of all documentation which accompanies their applications. 
 Any application not fully completed will not be considered. 
 All applications received after the deadline will not be considered. 
 All applications must be for an open/advertised position. 
 Only short listed applicants will be contacted. 
 Any application not signed will not be considered.

Submit application to : 
U.S. Embassy Ouagadougou
Attn : Human Resources Office
Application for INFORMATION ASSISTANT POSITION-VA# 14/2017 - FSN 07
01 B.P. 35 Ouagadougou 01, Secteur 15, Ouaga 2000 
Avenue Sembene Ousmane, Rue 15.873 
E-mail : HROouaga@state.gov 
Phone : (226) 25-49-54-98

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.

Date de clôture de l'offre : 7 juin 2017