Current Vacancies at U.S. Embassy to Kenya

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Consular Associate (Fraud Prevention) – USEFMs Only

Duties

Basic Function of the Position:

  • Under the direct supervision of the Fraud Prevention Manager, the Consular Associate is assigned a wide range of responsibilities in the Fraud Prevention Unit (FPU). The jobholder provides consular services to U.S. citizens, conducts nonadjudicatory visa processing, and assists in investigation and validation studies. Incumbent also handles correspondence with the public, attorneys, U.S. and host governments, Congress, and other parties. Must be able to secure and maintain a Secret level security clearance.

Qualifications and Evaluations

Requirements:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: Completion of High School is required. 

JOB KNOWLEDGE:  General understanding of U.S. policies related to consular and visa operations.

Education Requirements:

EXPERIENCE:

  • Minimum of three years of office administrative experience is required with at least one year of consular experience.

Evaluations:

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LANGUAGE: Level IV (Fluent) Speaking/Reading/Writing of English is required.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:  

  • Must be able to input data in consular systems with minimum errors, and spot and correct errors made by others (applicants and fellow staff).
  • Demonstrated skills in MS Office Suite and general computer skills including information and database management.
  • Organizational skills, including task management and filing skills; communication skills including writing skills appropriate for drafting official correspondence and reports.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DOS Secret Security clearance.
  • Tact and good judgment in dealing with the public, often under difficult and sensitive circumstances.
  • Sensitivity in evaluating evidence and applying complex regulations correctly.
  • Ability to learn applicable U.S. and host country laws, regulations, legal precedents, and court decisions.
  • Good interpersonal skills.

Qualifications:

  • All applicants under consideration will be required to pass security certifications.

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.

Closing Date:04/09/2024

Mason – All Interested Applicants

Duties

  • The Incumbent works in the Facility Management Section of the Embassy, under the direct supervision and guidance of the Maintenance Supervisor – FSN 08; C52610, to perform master craftsman level masonry construction and repairs throughout the New Embassy Compound (NEC) functional/office buildings, on-compound ancillary support buildings, residential buildings, recreational facilities, and other residential properties. 

Qualifications and Evaluations

Requirements:

EXPERIENCE: 

  • A minimum of three (3) years’ work experience as a mason on commercial or industrial buildings doing maintenance and new construction is required.

JOB KNOWLEDGE: 

  • Should have a good knowledge of Masonry construction, maintenance, and safety procedures in work related areas, and ability to comprehend and apply relevant safety codes.
  • Read and interpret architectural drawings and schematics.
  • Excellent working knowledge of materials, mechanical tools, and equipment associated with the masonry trade. 

Education Requirements:

  • Completion of secondary school is required. Completion of vocational training program from an accredited institute recognized as producing journeyman Level Certification Grade 1 in Masonry field is required.

Evaluations:

LANGUAGE:  

  • English Level III (Good) Speaking/Reading/Writing is required (This may be tested). Kiswahili Level III (Good) Speaking/Reading/Writing is required.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 

  • Must possess good communication skills and ability to interact with customers in a constructive manner.
  • Must respond to urgent situations in an efficient and timely manner to effect immediate repairs.
  • Works in various adverse conditions such as tight or enclosed spaces, on ladders at various heights, and in temperature extremes, indoors or outdoors to complete work assignments.
  • Communicates orally and in writing with co-workers, and vendors to obtain and provide pertinent information.
  • Uses a computer; to include MS Word and Outlook, and able to write e-mails.
  • Types on a keyboard.
  • Must have a valid, current license for driving pick-up trucks (Class C1). Must have had a valid driver’s license for a minimum of five (5) years.
  • Should have a good knowledge of Masonry construction, maintenance, and safety procedures in work related areas, and ability to comprehend and apply relevant safety codes.
  • Read and interpret architectural drawings and schematics.
  • Excellent working knowledge of materials, mechanical tools, and equipment associated with the masonry trade

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.

Qualifications:

  • All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications.

Closing Date:04/16/2024

Office Management Assistant – USEFMs Only All Agencies

Duties

  • The incumbent performs clerical and administrative duties as the Office Management Assistant (OMA) for the Regional Security Office (RSO) pertaining to a multitude of RSO administrative items, both classified and unclassified. The incumbent will need to work independently and possess strong communication skills as the incumbent will be in contact with many diverse individuals on a daily basis. Incumbent will require unescorted access to the Control Access Area (CAA) and a Secret security clearance for most posts, although a Top Secret clearance may be required in certain instances where Post requires it. Position is Part time, 20 hours per week.

Qualifications and Evaluations

Requirements:

Experience

  • Two years of administrative experience which would include some of the following types of administrative duties:  filing, scanning, scheduling appointments/meetings, maintaining calendars, ordering office supplies, making travel arrangements and receiving telephone calls.

Education Requirements:

  • Completion of high school is required.

Evaluations:

LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY: 

  • English (Fluent) Reading/Writing/Speaking 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.

Qualifications:

  • All applicants under consideration will be required to pass security certifications.

Closing Date: 04/16/2024

INL Program Assistant (USEFMs Only)

Duties

  • The Program Assistant (PA) will serve as International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL)/Nairobi’s Contracting Officers’ Representative (COR) and Grants Officers’ Representative (GOR), with Contracting Officers (CO), Grants Officers (GO) and the INL Program Office in the oversight and management of the contracts and grants funded by INL. The PA will also assist in other programmatic support. The PA reports to the Security and Counter-Terrorism Unit Chief within the Political Section, with INL in Washington DC providing guidance about INL issues.
  • The position reports to  INL Director or Designated

Qualifications and Evaluations

Requirements:

Option 1.

  • EXPERIENCE: Minimum of 4 years of progressive administrative work, or similar work requiring strong organizational skills is required.
  • EDUCATION: A bachelor’s degree in business management, International Relations or Project Management is required.

OR

Option 2

  • EXPERIENCE: Minimum of 6 years of progressive administrative work, or similar work requiring strong organizational skills is required.
  • EDUCATION: 2 years of College/University studies

OR

Option 3

  • EXPERIENCE: Minimum of 8 years of progressive administrative work, or similar work requiring strong organizational skills is required.
  • EDUCATION: High School Diploma

JOB KNOWLEDGE:  Must have intermediate computer knowledge in MS Office Suite, and other proprietary software such as International Vetting and Security Tracking System (INVEST), Integrated Logistics Management System (ILMS), ILMS End-Use Monitoring, ILMS ARIBA Spend Management. Knowledge of clerical and office administrative processes required, as well as an understanding of Embassy protocol and processes.

Education Requirements:

Option 1.

  • EXPERIENCE: Minimum of 4 years of progressive administrative work, or similar work requiring strong organizational skills is required.
  • EDUCATION: A bachelor’s degree in business management, International Relations or Project Management is required.

OR

Option 2

  • EXPERIENCE: Minimum of 6 years of progressive administrative work, or similar work requiring strong organizational skills is required.
  • EDUCATION: 2 years of College/University studies

OR

Option 3

  • EXPERIENCE: Minimum of 8 years of progressive administrative work, or similar work requiring strong organizational skills is required.
  • EDUCATION: High School Diploma

Evaluations:

LANGUAGE: Level IV (Fluent) speaking/reading/writing of English is required.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Strong writing and reporting skills, as well as typing and numerical skills, organizational and follow-through skills are necessary to be successful in position. Ability to deal tactfully with USG, host country and other officials required. Must be able to obtain and hold a Secret clearance.

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.

Qualifications:

  • All applicants under consideration will be required to pass security certifications.

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