Cultural Affairs Assistant at the US Embassy

The US Embassy is seeking an individual for the position of Cultural Affairs Assistant in the Public Affairs Section.

BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION

Under the supervision of the Deputy Public Affairs Officer, administers the exchange program.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for the International Visitors Leadership program, including the Voluntary Visitors Program. Assists in the recruitment and selection process through contacts in government, academic and professional institutions. Arranges briefings and logistics for exchange grantees. Prepares reports for headquarters on exchange program.

Assists in organizing programs on public affairs issues, cultural events and special occasions such as Black History Month. Prepares guest list, greets contacts and assures that necessary materials for programs are secured.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.

1. Education: A Bachelor's degree in Social science or arts or successful completion of several years of College level study is required.
2. Prior experience: One to three years of progressively responsible experience in cultural activities or in related fields.
3. Language proficiency: Level IV (fluent) in English and Kiswahili (speaking writing and reading) is required.
4. Knowledge: Must have some knowledge of the U.S. in general and Education systems; capacity to learn the demands of work and discipline. Must have loyalty for the Employer (U.S Government)
5. Skills and Abilities: Ability to develop and maintain access to target contacts, government, educational and cultural circles; to plan and carry our assigned projects and logistical support to cultural programs according to schedule; to draft correspondence and reports in English and Kiswahili. Computer skills are required.

ADDITIONAL SELECTION CRITERIA

1. Management will consider nepotism/conflict of interest, budget, and residency status in determining successful candidacy.


SUBMIT APPLICATION TO

American Embassy
Human Resources Office
P.O. Box 9123
Dar es Salaam

POINT OF CONTACT

Telephone: 229 4000, Ext: 4137/4148/4233/4024
Fax: 2294726 or 2294970

CLOSING DATE OF THE POSITION: May 3, 2012

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