- Announcement Number:
- DaresSalaam-2023-022
- Hiring Agency:
- Embassy Dar Es Salaam
- Position Title:
- Public Engagement Assistant (Alumni Coordinator) (All Interested Candidates)
- Open Period:
- 05/16/2023 – 05/30/2023Format MM/DD/YYYY
- Recommended:
- Vacancy Time Zone:
- GMT+3
- Series/Grade:
- LE – 6510 8
- Salary:
- TZS TSh38,384,127 /Per Year
- Work Schedule:
- Full-time – 40 hours a week – work schedule
- Promotion Potential:
- LE-8
- Duty Location(s):
-
- Telework Eligible:
- No
- For More Info:
-
HR Section
000-000-0000
usembdarhiring@groups.state.gov
Overview
- Hiring Path:
- • Open to the public
- Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:
- All Interested Applicants / All Sources
- Security Clearance Required:
- Public Trust – Background Investigation
- Appointment Type
- Permanent
- Appointment Type Details:
- Indefinite subject to successful completion of probationary period
- Marketing Statement:
- We encourage you to read and understand the Eight (8) Qualities of Overseas Employees before you apply.
- Summary:
- The U.S. Mission in Dar es Salaam is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Public Engagement Assistant (Alumni Coordinator) in the Public Affairs Section.
- Supervisory Position:
- No
- Relocation Expenses Reimbursed:
- No
- Travel Required:
- Occasional Travel
Occasional Travel
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Duties
I. Alumni Projects and Initiatives (40% of time)
Directs initiatives for sustained engagement with EV and EOL
alumni in support of Mission goals. Recommends grants and public-private
partnerships to amplify U.S. government (USG) investments through
alumni engagement. Pursues opportunities for alumni program funding from
Department of State (DOS) and
private-sector entities; creates and maintains partnerships with
local and international non-governmental organizations (NGOs) to support
alumni activities and further public-private partnerships that meet
Mission goals for outreach to priority audiences. Works with the EOL
Specialist and the EV Specialist to organize pre-departure orientations
and briefings for
exchange participants that emphasize future alumni engagement;
participates in debriefs with participants at the conclusion of exchange
programs. Facilitates and supports the creation of countrywide networks
of alumni from all EV and EOL activities and exchanges; plans and
implements innovative activities to maintain substantive
contact with those alumni. Organizes in-person and virtual
activities and forums for EV and EOL alumni and supports their future
programs and funding applications.
Encourages greater participation by alumni in sharing their U.S. experiences and giving back to their communities.
II. Strategic Planning, Analysis, and Evaluation (30% of time) Designs and actively plans at least one year in advance a strategic plan for alumni outreach and activities. Under the supervision of the EOL Specialist or PAO designee and in consultation with the EV Specialist and other Public Diplomacy (PD) staff and the DOS Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs’ (ECA) Alumni Affairs Office, is responsible for promoting greater contact with and cooperation among alumni of USG exchange programs. Integrates USG alumni engagement into all Mission programming. Identifies the EV and EOL communities in which exchanges have the greatest impact on Mission goals, using demographic statistics, public opinion polling, and analysis of communication and language abilities, and advises the EOL Specialist or PAO designee and other PD staff. Scope of planning includes DOS alumni programs; separate, Mission-specific alumni initiatives; and strategies to identify and create Tanzanian partnerships for joint sponsorship and activities. Many of these programs require at least one year of lead time to conceive the project, identify partners, develop Notices of Funding Opportunity (NOFOs) to solicit proposals from potential partner organizations and grant proposals to obtain funding, and select and prepare candidates prior to implementation. Assesses previous activities to fine-tune projections for planned initiatives; identifies project objectives, assessment methods, and outcomes. Designs marketing strategies to promote alumni activities. Reviews and makes recommendations on grant and cooperative agreement proposals for alumni programs submitted by Tanzanian alumni and U.S. entities.
III. Administrative Functions (20% of time) Budgeting
and Financial Resources: Prepares and monitors the annual and
individual project budgets for alumni initiatives. Contributes to the
overall PD annual budget submission in consultation with the EOL
Specialist or PAO designee and the Resource Coordination unit.
Fundraising: Works with the PAO or PAO designee and other PD staff
on PAO-led fundraising for countrywide EV and EOL exchange alumni
programs.
General: Maintains required office records and files and ensures
that EV and EOL exchange alumni activities are recorded in PD Tools and
contact databases. Drafts office correspondence in English and Swahili,
including cables, event proposals, and evaluation reports. Provides
interpretation and translation between English and Swahili when
required.
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IV. Intra- and Interagency Coordination (10% of time) Develops strong working contacts with Mission offices and agencies to include alumni of all Mission exchanges targeting priority EV and EOL exchanges. Identifies and recruits Mission experts to participate in EOL and EV alumni engagement activities and initiatives. Advises and collaborates with the Strategic Content Coordination (SCC) team to repurpose EOL and EV sector alumni content for use with other Mission priority audiences. Develops and organizes opportunities for Mission officers to engage with alumni networks on priority issues, in coordination with PD colleagues. Collaborates with PD colleagues on virtual activities and to support community engagement, multigenerational alumni enrichment, and mentoring activities with like-minded groups of exchange alumni.
Note: This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the incumbent. The incumbent will be required to perform other duties as assigned by the agency.
Qualifications and Evaluations
- Requirements:
- EXPERIENCE: Three years of experience in project management, marketing, public relations, communication, or education is required.
- Education Requirements:
- A university degree in Political Science, Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Intercultural/Multicultural Studies, or local equivalent is required.
- Evaluations:
- LANGUAGE: Level 4 (Fluent) Speaking/Reading/Writing English is
required. Level 4 (Fluent) Speaking/Reading/Writing Swahili is
required. (This may be tested).
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO): 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.
Diversity Equality and Inclusion Statement
The US Mission to Dar es Salaam, Tanzania values a workforce of different backgrounds, cultures, and viewpoints. We strive to create a welcoming environment for all and we invite applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
- Qualifications:
- All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications.
Read Also:
Benefits and Other Info
- Benefits:
- Agency Benefits:
- The U.S. Mission in Tanzania offers compensation package that may include health, separation, and other benefits.
- Other Information:
- For the current COVID-19 Requirements please visit the following link.
HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS: 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 and CS with reemployment rights *** IMPORTANT: Applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of their most recent DD-214 (“Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty”), Letter from Veterans’ Affairs which indicates the present existence of a service-connected disability dated within the past six months, equivalent documentation, or certification. A “certification” is any written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions within 120 days after the certification is submitted by the applicant. The certification letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service. Acceptable documentation must be submitted in order for the preference to be given.
** This level of preference applies to all Foreign Service employees on LWOP and CS with re-employment rights back to their agency or bureau.
For more information (i.e., what is an EFM, USEFM, AEFM, MOH, etc.?) and for additional employment considerations, please visit the following link.
How to Apply
- How to Apply:
- To apply for this position, applicants MUST apply electronically via ERA.
For more information, visit this link https://tz.usembassy.gov/embassy/jobs/
- Required Documents:
- To qualify based on education, you MUST submit the requested
degree and / or transcripts as verification of educational requirement
by the closing date of this announcement. Failure to provide requested
information, or the information is insufficient to verify eligibility,
may result in disqualification for this position.
All Applicants:
-
- Proof of Citizenship
-
- Copy of work permit (if not a TZ national)
-
- Degree (not transcript)
-
- Transcript
-
- Other document (if any)
-
- Other documents 2 (if any)
Eligible Family Member Applicants:
• Copy of Sponsor’s Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent)
• Passport copy
• DD-214 – Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)
• SF-50 (if applicable) -
- Next Steps:
- Applicants who are invited to take a language or skills test,
or who are selected for an interview will be contacted only via email.
Thank you for your application and your interest in working at the U.S. Mission in Tanzania.
About
- Announcement Number:
- DaresSalaam-2023-023
- Hiring Agency:
- Embassy Dar Es Salaam
- Position Title:
- Public Engagement Assistant (Professional Exchanges Coordinator) (All Interested Candidates)
- Open Period:
- 05/16/2023 – 05/30/2023Format MM/DD/YYYY
- Vacancy Time Zone:
- GMT+3
- Series/Grade:
- LE – 6510 8
- Salary:
- TZS TSh38,384,127 /Per Year
- Work Schedule:
- Full-time – 40 hours a week – work schedule
- Promotion Potential:
- LE-8
- Duty Location(s):
-
- Telework Eligible:
- No
- For More Info:
-
HR Section
000-000-0000
usembdarhiring@groups.state.gov
Read Also:
Overview
- Hiring Path:
- • Open to the public
- Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:
- All Interested Applicants / All Sources
- Security Clearance Required:
- Public Trust – Background Investigation
- Appointment Type
- Permanent
- Appointment Type Details:
- Indefinite subject to successful completion of probationary period
- Marketing Statement:
- We encourage you to read and understand the Eight (8) Qualities of Overseas Employees before you apply.
- Summary:
- The U.S. Mission in Dar es Salaam is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Public Engagement Assistant (Professional Exchanges Coordinator) in the Public Affairs Section.
- Supervisory Position:
- No
- Relocation Expenses Reimbursed:
- No
- Travel Required:
- Occasional Travel
Occasional Travel
Duties
I. Project Development and Implementation (50% of time)
General: Plans, implements, and coordinates
activities to reach EOL audiences and thereby expand Mission access to
opinion-makers and thought leaders. Manages all aspects of Tanzanian
inbound and outbound exchange programs for EOL audiences. Coordinates
Department of State (DOS)-funded programs and develops Mission-designed
virtual and in-person exchange activities. For U.S. government (USG)
programs implemented by Tanzanian organizations, ensures that partners
comply with USG requirements. Recommends grants and public/private
partnerships to amplify USG investment. Collaborates with the Strategic
Content Coordination (SCC) team to produce and disseminate multimedia
content to engage participants in professional exchanges and to promote
public awareness of Mission EOL exchange programs.
Outbound Exchanges: Engages officers across the
Mission to coordinate the process of identifying and recruiting
Tanzanian participants for U.S. exchange programs. Coordinates the
Mission process to review and select participants and convenes Public
Diplomacy (PD) Section- or Mission-wide selection panels as needed.
Inbound Exchanges: U.S. Exchanges: Identifies
program options for inbound participants and coordinates program
development. Organizes arrival orientations and maintains smooth
communication among local implementers, participants, and the Mission.
Solves problems arising from Tanzanian implementer deficiencies.
Organizes debriefings for participants and Tanzanian implementers at the
conclusion of exchange programs. U.S. Subject Matter Experts
(Speakers/Specialists): Works with the EOL Specialist or PAO designee to
identify objectives for speaker programs and other activities with U.S.
and/or Tanzanian subject matter experts. Works with partner
institutions to organize activities and projects in support of those
objectives; coordinates the implementation of logistics and other work
plans, including cost sharing. Coordinates/provides logistical and
administrative support for visiting experts and arranges for/conducts
arrival orientations.
II. Strategic Planning, Analysis, and Evaluation (20% of time) Designs and recommends academic-year and short-duration exchange programs to engage EOL individuals and institutions in coordination with PD and Mission colleagues. Uses analysis of EOL audiences to identify individuals or groups whose participation in exchanges has the greatest impact on Mission goals, in coordination with the EOL Specialist or PAO designee. Reviews evolving formats and costs of DOS exchanges; recommends configuration of Mission-developed exchanges to gain the optimal policy benefit for Mission policy objectives with the greatest resource savings. Actively plans at least one year in advance for DOS-sponsored exchange and alumni programs in Tanzania, both those that must be organized in advance to match the one-year U.S. academic cycle and those requiring extensive lead time for program design, grant development, marketing, candidate selection, and implementation.
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III. Intra- and Interagency Coordination (15% of time) Develops good working contacts with Mission offices and agencies whose goals and objectives prioritize EOL audience outreach; works closely with Mission officers to ensure a strong slate of nominees for professional exchange programs, including the IVLP, and to coordinate the nomination and selection processes. Coordinates exchange programs across the Mission to support and amplify the impact of overall EOL engagement, including those conducted by other sections and agencies. Develops and organizes opportunities for Mission officers to sustain engagement with exchange participants and alumni networks on priority issues. Collaborates with the SCC team to develop virtual exchanges and to support community engagement with like-minded groups of professional exchange alumni.
IV. Administrative Functions (15% of time)
Budgeting and Financial Resources: Prepares and
monitors the annual and individual project budgets for EOL exchange and
alumni initiatives. Contributes to the overall PD annual budget
submission in consultation with the EOL Specialist or PAO designee and
the Resource Coordination unit.
Fundraising: Works with the EOL Specialist (or
PAO designee) and PAO on PAO-led fundraising for countrywide EOL
exchange and alumni programs.
General: Maintains required office records and files and ensures that EOL exchanges are recorded in PD Tools and contact databases as needed.
Note: This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the incumbent. The incumbent will be required to perform other duties as assigned by the agency.
Qualifications and Evaluations
- Requirements:
- EXPERIENCE: Three years of experience is required, with communications, public engagement management, or education duties as components of the work. Prior experience in an international, academic, or governmental work environment is required.
- Education Requirements:
- A university degree in International Relations, American Studies, Communications, Political Science, Economics, or local equivalent is required.
- Evaluations:
- LANGUAGE: Level 4 (Fluent)
Speaking/Reading/Writing English is required. Level 4 (Fluent)
Speaking/Reading/Writing Swahili is required. (This may be tested)
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO): 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.
Diversity Equality and Inclusion Statement
The US Mission to Dar es Salaam, Tanzania values a workforce of different backgrounds, cultures, and viewpoints. We strive to create a welcoming environment for all and we invite applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
- Qualifications:
- All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications.
Read Also:
Benefits and Other Info
- Benefits:
- Agency Benefits:
- The U.S. Mission in Tanzania offers compensation package that may include health, separation, and other benefits.
- Other Information:
- For the current COVID-19 Requirements please visit the following link.
HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS: 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 and CS with reemployment rights *** IMPORTANT: Applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of their most recent DD-214 (“Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty”), Letter from Veterans’ Affairs which indicates the present existence of a service-connected disability dated within the past six months, equivalent documentation, or certification. A “certification” is any written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions within 120 days after the certification is submitted by the applicant. The certification letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service. Acceptable documentation must be submitted in order for the preference to be given.
** This level of preference applies to all Foreign Service employees on LWOP and CS with re-employment rights back to their agency or bureau.
For more information (i.e., what is an EFM, USEFM, AEFM, MOH, etc.?) and for additional employment considerations, please visit the following link.
How to Apply
- How to Apply:
- To apply for this position, applicants MUST apply electronically via ERA.
For more information, visit this link https://tz.usembassy.gov/embassy/jobs/
- Required Documents:
- To qualify based on education, you MUST submit the requested
degree and / or transcripts as verification of educational requirement
by the closing date of this announcement. Failure to provide requested
information, or the information is insufficient to verify eligibility,
may result in disqualification for this position.
All Applicants:
-
- Proof of Citizenship
-
- Copy of work permit (if not a TZ national)
-
- University Degree
-
- Transcript
-
- Other document (if any)
-
- Other document 2 (if any)
- Other document 2 (if any)
Read Also:
Eligible Family Member Applicants:
• Copy of Sponsor’s Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent)
• Passport copy
• DD-214 – Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)
• SF-50 (if applicable) -
- Next Steps:
- Applicants who are invited to take a language or skills test,
or who are selected for an interview will be contacted only via email.
Thank you for your application and your interest in working at the U.S. Mission in Tanzania.
