Job Title: Operations Finance Business Partner Organisation: Hariss International Limited (Riham…
Fresher Consular Assistant Careers – United States US Embassy / Mission
Job Title: Consular Assistant
Organisation: United States US Embassy, US Mission in Uganda
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Salary Grade: FSN-7 (Ugshs 39,776,655 to 57,966,365 p.a.
Inclusive of allowances
Inclusive of allowances
Vacancy Announcement Number: 19-16
About US Embassy:
Welcome
to the United States Embassy in Kampala, Uganda. The United States has enjoyed diplomatic
relations with Uganda for over 30 years.
Ambassador Scott H. DeLisi currently heads the U.S Mission to
Uganda. The Mission is composed of
several offices and organizations all working under the auspices of the Embassy
and at the direction of the Ambassador.
to the United States Embassy in Kampala, Uganda. The United States has enjoyed diplomatic
relations with Uganda for over 30 years.
Ambassador Scott H. DeLisi currently heads the U.S Mission to
Uganda. The Mission is composed of
several offices and organizations all working under the auspices of the Embassy
and at the direction of the Ambassador.
Among
the offices operating under the U.S Mission to Uganda are:
the offices operating under the U.S Mission to Uganda are:
- United States Agency for International
Development (USAID) - Centers for Disease Control (CDC)
- Peace Corps
Job Summary: The US Embassy Consular Assistant serves as the non-immigrant
visas (NIV) Consular Assistant and
performs a broad range of Consular services. The incumbent renders support in
the processing of non-immigrant visas (NIV) and, as necessary, in the
processing of immigrant visas (IV), follow-to-join asylee and refugee cases, American
Citizen Services cases (ACS), and in providing emergency assistance to
Americans. The jobholder interacts with the public on a daily basis, responds
to public inquiries, must be able to explain complex procedures in a concise manner,
and is required to maintain a high standard of customer service. The incumbent
also drafts and files correspondence, and on some occasions may be tasked to
perform cashiering or other special duties as required. The Consular Assistant
remains vigilant against fraud and malfeasance and reports any concerns to the
appropriate authority.
visas (NIV) Consular Assistant and
performs a broad range of Consular services. The incumbent renders support in
the processing of non-immigrant visas (NIV) and, as necessary, in the
processing of immigrant visas (IV), follow-to-join asylee and refugee cases, American
Citizen Services cases (ACS), and in providing emergency assistance to
Americans. The jobholder interacts with the public on a daily basis, responds
to public inquiries, must be able to explain complex procedures in a concise manner,
and is required to maintain a high standard of customer service. The incumbent
also drafts and files correspondence, and on some occasions may be tasked to
perform cashiering or other special duties as required. The Consular Assistant
remains vigilant against fraud and malfeasance and reports any concerns to the
appropriate authority.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Nonimmigrant Visa
Processing: 90%
Processing: 90%
- The Consular Assistant regularly reviews
incoming NIV applications for completeness, performs data verification,
and prepares cases for Consular officer adjudication. - The incumbent advises members of the public
orally and through written correspondence on application procedures and
eligibility criteria. - The incumbent prints approved visa cases, and
at all times must ensure that controlled items such as visa foils, seals,
etc. are handled in accordance with accountability procedures. - The jobholder files visa applications and
drafts and files correspondence, and will also be tasked with special
projects such as customer service surveys, validation studies, verifying
authenticity of documents, etc. - The Consular Assistant will also be requested
to serve as a translator when required.
2. Others: 10% Additional
duties include IV data entry, Consular sub-cashier and acting as the timekeeper
for the section.
duties include IV data entry, Consular sub-cashier and acting as the timekeeper
for the section.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
NOTE: All applicants must
address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive
information supporting each item.
address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive
information supporting each item.
- The ideal candidate for the US Embassy Consular
Assistant should have completed two years full-time post-secondary education
at college/university level with a Diploma in Social Sciences, Public
Administration and Management, Secretarial, Development Studies, Law,
Education, Human Resources Management, Project Planning, Business
Administration, Marketing, Languages, Ethics and Development, Finance and
Management. - A minimum of two years’ experience in an
office and public service environment is required. - The Consular Assistant should have a sound
knowledge of visa law and regulation, including immigrant visa regulations
and the full range of Consular operations and computer applications. - Broad working knowledge and understanding of
local immigration policies and procedures is required. - Fast and accurate data entry; ability to
read, interpret, and act accordingly to complex regulations and instructions;
work independently, exercise tact in dealing with the public; work under
continuous pressure; exercise good judgment in referring cases to
officers; write clear and concise correspondence. - Proven ability to use local resources to
research legislation and policy, and produce written information handouts
for American citizens and visa applicants. - Language Proficiency: List both English and host country
language(s) by level and specialization. Level IV spoken and written
English ability and Level II (Limited Knowledge) speaking/reading host
country languages is required.
How to Apply:
All
those interested in working with the US mission in Kampala should send their
applications and strictly adhere to the following:
those interested in working with the US mission in Kampala should send their
applications and strictly adhere to the following:
- Universal Application for Employment as a
Locally Employed Staff or Family Member (DS-174), Download
it Here. Please clearly
indicate the position number and position title in this form. - Candidates who claim US Veterans preference
must provide a copy of their Form DD-214 with their application. Candidates who claim conditional US
Veterans preference must submit documentation confirming eligibility for a
conditional preference in hiring with their application. - Any other documentation (e.g. essays, transcripts/certificates,
awards) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as
listed above.
Submit
Application To:
Application To:
Human
Resources Office
Resources Office
By
email at KampalaHR@state.gov
email at KampalaHR@state.gov
NB: Only electronic submissions will be accepted and
only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Please
clearly indicate the position applied for in the subject area of the email
submission.
clearly indicate the position applied for in the subject area of the email
submission.
Please
use standard file types such as Microsoft Word (.doc) and Adobe Acrobat (.pdf)
and please send all documents in one file attachment.
use standard file types such as Microsoft Word (.doc) and Adobe Acrobat (.pdf)
and please send all documents in one file attachment.
Telephone: 0414-306001/259-791/5
Deadline: 17th March, 2016
The
US Mission in Kampala 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.
US Mission in Kampala 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.
For
more of the latest jobs, please visit https://www.theugandanjobline.com
or find us on our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/UgandanJobline
more of the latest jobs, please visit https://www.theugandanjobline.com
or find us on our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/UgandanJobline