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- Région: Centre
- Ville: Yaoundé
- Nom entreprise ou personne: Embassade des Etats-Unis – US Embassy
- Type de contrat: CDI
Description
Offre d’emploi Embassade des Etats-Unis – US Embassy : Conseiller en éducation – Education Advisor
The “Open To” category listed above refers to candidates who are eligible to apply for this position.
The “Open To” category should not be confused with a “hiring preference” which is explained later in this vacancy announcement.
The “Open To” category should not be confused with a “hiring preference” which is explained later in this vacancy announcement.
POSITION: Education Advisor
OPENING DATE: August 23, 2017
CLOSING DATE: September 6, 2017
WORK HOURS: Full time, 40 hours/week
SALARY: Ordinarily Resident (OR): FSN-07
Not-Ordinarily Resident (NOR): FP-07
*Final grade/step for NORs will be determined by Washington.
OPENING DATE: August 23, 2017
CLOSING DATE: September 6, 2017
WORK HOURS: Full time, 40 hours/week
SALARY: Ordinarily Resident (OR): FSN-07
Not-Ordinarily Resident (NOR): FP-07
*Final grade/step for NORs will be determined by Washington.
ALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT (OR) APPLICANTS (See Appendix A for definition) MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.
The U.S. Mission in Yaounde, Cameroon is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Education Advisor. This position is located in Yaounde, Cameroon.
BASIC FUNCTION OF THE POSITION
Under the direct supervision of the Cultural Affairs Officer, incumbent is responsible for assisting in the planning, development, implementation, and administration of the U.S. Mission’s Public Diplomacy (PD) programs. Duties include: providing accurate, comprehensive, unbiased information, advice and counseling on educational opportunities in the U.S.A.; guiding prospective undergraduate and graduate students to select appropriate colleges and universities in the U.S. and to understand admissions and financial aid procedures; serving as the primary source of information regarding education and how to study in the U.S and work closely with U.S. and Cameroonian institutions engaged in the field of international education.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
Applicants must address each required qualification listed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not qualified.
Applicants must address each required qualification listed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not qualified.
EDUCATION: An Associate Degree (at least two years of university studies) from a U.S. accredited college or university is required.
EXPERIENCE: At least three years of relevant experience in international higher education, research, teaching, social and public services, youth work, leadership in international student affairs on campus, management or administration. Familiarity with the American educational system, as a student, administrator or instructor is required.
LANGUAGE: Level III (Good Working Knowledge) Speaking/Reading/Writing English and level II (Basic Knowledge) Speaking/Reading/Writing French are required and will be tested.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Superior interpersonal skills, including written and oral communication skills; strong public speaking skills; sophisticated interviewing, counseling, problem solving and analytical skills necessary to accurately assess a prospective student’s requirements and abilities, and to find and convey appropriate information to students; ability to plan and execute programs independently and to plan ahead in year-long cycles; significant analytical, intellectual curiosity and initiative abilities, and resourcefulness; cultural sensitivity, computer skills (internet research), training skills, and management skills are all required. Skills and abilities may be tested.
JOB KNOWLEDGE: Applicant must be highly knowledgeable about U.S. secondary and post-secondary educational systems. Thorough knowledge of U.S. undergraduate and graduate admissions processes and requirements, including financial aid and credentials evaluation is required. Knowledge about relevant information resources, including education systems, testing, and U.S. laws and regulations governing international students is essential. He/She should have perspectives on political, economic, and social trends in both Cameroon and the U.S. Job knowledge may be tested.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: The complete position description listing all of the duties and responsibilities may be obtained on our website at https://cm.usembassy.gov/embassy/jobs/ and/or by contacting the Human Resources Office at Ext. 4006.
EXPERIENCE: At least three years of relevant experience in international higher education, research, teaching, social and public services, youth work, leadership in international student affairs on campus, management or administration. Familiarity with the American educational system, as a student, administrator or instructor is required.
LANGUAGE: Level III (Good Working Knowledge) Speaking/Reading/Writing English and level II (Basic Knowledge) Speaking/Reading/Writing French are required and will be tested.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Superior interpersonal skills, including written and oral communication skills; strong public speaking skills; sophisticated interviewing, counseling, problem solving and analytical skills necessary to accurately assess a prospective student’s requirements and abilities, and to find and convey appropriate information to students; ability to plan and execute programs independently and to plan ahead in year-long cycles; significant analytical, intellectual curiosity and initiative abilities, and resourcefulness; cultural sensitivity, computer skills (internet research), training skills, and management skills are all required. Skills and abilities may be tested.
JOB KNOWLEDGE: Applicant must be highly knowledgeable about U.S. secondary and post-secondary educational systems. Thorough knowledge of U.S. undergraduate and graduate admissions processes and requirements, including financial aid and credentials evaluation is required. Knowledge about relevant information resources, including education systems, testing, and U.S. laws and regulations governing international students is essential. He/She should have perspectives on political, economic, and social trends in both Cameroon and the U.S. Job knowledge may be tested.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: The complete position description listing all of the duties and responsibilities may be obtained on our website at https://cm.usembassy.gov/embassy/jobs/ and/or by contacting the Human Resources Office at Ext. 4006.
HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS: When qualified, 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**
(2) AEFM / USEFM
(3) FS on 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.
** This level of preference applies to all Foreign Service employees on LWOP.
ADDITIONAL SELECTION CRITERIA:
Management may consider any of the following when determining successful candidacy: nepotism, conflicts of interest, budget, and residency status.
Current OR employees serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply. Current OR employees with an Overall Summary Rating of Needs Improvement or Unsatisfactory on their most recent Employee Performance Report (EPR) are not eligible to apply.
Current NOR employees 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, unless they have a When Actually Employed (WAE) work schedule.
The candidate must be able to obtain and hold a Locally Employed Staff security clearance.
HOW TO APPLY: Applicants must submit the following documents to be considered. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not qualified.
Current OR employees serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply. Current OR employees with an Overall Summary Rating of Needs Improvement or Unsatisfactory on their most recent Employee Performance Report (EPR) are not eligible to apply.
Current NOR employees 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, unless they have a When Actually Employed (WAE) work schedule.
The candidate must be able to obtain and hold a Locally Employed Staff security clearance.
HOW TO APPLY: Applicants must submit the following documents to be considered. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not qualified.
Universal Application for Employment (UAE) (Form DS-174), which is available on our website or by contacting Human Resources. (See “For Further Information” above);
Any additional documentation that supports or addresses the requirements listed above (e.g. transcripts, degrees, etc.)
WHERE TO APPLY:
Any additional documentation that supports or addresses the requirements listed above (e.g. transcripts, degrees, etc.)
WHERE TO APPLY:
Human Resources Office
P.O. Box 817, Tel.: 222-201-500, Ext 4006, U.S. Embassy Yaounde, Cameroon
P.O. Box 817, Tel.: 222-201-500, Ext 4006, U.S. Embassy Yaounde, Cameroon
E-mail Address: ydeapplicants@state.gov
Indicate the position title on the subject line.
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.
Indicate the position title on the subject line.
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.
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