The U.S. Mission in Addis Ababa/Ethiopia is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Public Engagement Specialist (Emerging Voices).
Position: Public Engagement Specialist (Emerging Voices)
Location: U.S. Mission in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Work Schedule: Full Time (40 hours per week)
Start Date: Candidates must be able to begin working within four weeks of receiving agency authorization and clearances/certifications, or their candidacy may end.
Travel Required: 25% or less. Must be available to travel throughout Ethiopia to support public diplomacy activities and conduct events and activities after regular work hours and on weekends as needed.
Duties:
The Emerging Voices (EV) Specialist serves as the primary advisor for the Mission’s Public Diplomacy (PD) engagement with the EV audience, which includes youth, minorities, and other influencers who use new, often digital, communication networks. Responsibilities include planning, developing, coordinating, overseeing, and evaluating the impact of all PD activities and initiatives targeting the EV audience. This role involves tracking trends in emerging networks through direct engagement, research, polling, and statistical analysis, and recommending PD strategies to foster understanding and support for U.S. policy while dispelling inaccurate perceptions.
Experience:
- A minimum of four years of experience in communications, public engagement management, or education/training is required.
- Prior experience in an international, academic, or governmental environment is necessary.
Note: Upload all relevant work experience documents under “Other Document 1 or 2.”
Education:
- A university degree in communications, education, international affairs, American or intercultural studies, or marketing is required.
Note: Upload copies of your educational documents under “University Degree.”
Evaluations:
- Language: Fluency in English and Amharic (Speaking/Reading/Writing) is required. These skills will be tested.
- Skills and Abilities:
- Analytic Skills: Strong analytical skills and the ability to plan and oversee PD projects to positively influence Ethiopian attitudes.
- Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in English, including public speaking, writing reports, and engaging key English-speaking Ethiopians.
- Management Skills: Proficient in project management, budget development, and organizing various presentation projects. Capable of negotiating agreements with partner institutions.
- Technical Skills: Proficient in keyboarding, data entry, electronic discovery tools, and standard information retrieval practices. Familiar with Microsoft Word, Excel, graphic design and photo editing software, and PD-specific software. Skilled in using social media, photo and video sharing sites, podcast creation, and basic photo and video editing. Strong numerical skills for developing and managing project and grant budgets, and performing descriptive statistical analysis.
Note: These skills may be tested.
- Availability: Must be available to travel throughout Ethiopia and work outside regular hours as required.
- Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO): The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair 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.
Benefits and Other Information:
- Benefits:
- Locally Employed Staff, including Members of Household (MOHs) and Third-Country Nationals (TCNs), may receive a compensation package that includes health, separation, and other benefits.
- For EFMs, benefits will be discussed with the Human Resources Office.
- The pay plan is assigned at the time of the conditional offer letter by the HR Office.
- Hiring Preference Selection Process:
- Applicants in specific hiring preference categories are given preference in the order listed. Accurate description of status on the application is essential.
Place of Work: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Salary: USD $21,803 per year
Application Deadline: August 14, 2024
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 below.
