Consular Associate – (USEFMs only) at the U.S. Embassy to Kenya

Hiring Path:

• Open to the public

Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:

For USEFM - FS is FP.  Actual FS salary determined by Washington D.C.

U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs) - All Agencies

Security Clearance Required:

Secret/Confidential Clearance

Appointment Type

Permanent

Appointment Type Details:

Definite not to Exceed 5 years

Marketing Statement:

We encourage you to read and understand the Eight (8) Qualities of Overseas Employees before you apply.

Summary:

The work schedule for this position is:

Full Time 40 hours per week.

Start date: Candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time of receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.

Post management is temporarily suspending the use of Highest Previous Rate (HPR) to establish initial salaries at levels above Step one of the grade of the position.  This policy will apply to all EFMs newly hired on FMA appointments.

Supervisory Position:

No

Relocation Expenses Reimbursed:

No

Travel Required:

Not Required

Basic Function of the Position:

Under the direct supervision of a Consular Officer the Consular Associate is assigned a wide range of responsibilities in the American Citizen Services (ACS) Unit, Nonimmigrant Visa (NIV) Unit, Immigrant Visa Unit, and/or Fraud Prevention Unit (FPU). The jobholder may provide consular services to U.S. citizens, conducts non-adjudicatory 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. 

Requirements:

EXPERIENCE:

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

Or

Two years of office administration (FP-07 (Training Level)).

Or

One year of office administration (FP-08 (Training Level)).

Note the preference will be given to candidates that are qualified at the full performance level.  Applicants at the trainee level will only be considered if there are no available applicants at the full performance level.

Education Requirements:

EDUCATION: Completion of High School is required. 

Evaluations:

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.

How to Apply:

All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a Secret clearance. 

Interested candidates for this position must submit their application to the following for consideration: https://erajobs.state.gov/dos-era/ken/vacancysearch/searchVacancies.hms

 

Required Documents:

To qualify based on education, you MUST submit the requested certificates 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.

Please provide the required documentation listed below with your application:

• • Copy of Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent)

• • DD-214 - Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)

• • SF-50 (if applicable)

• • High School Diploma

• • Passport

Next Steps:

Applicants who are selected for an interview will be contacted via email. 

For further information - the complete position description listing all of the duties, responsibilities, required qualifications, etc. may be obtained by contacting the Human Resources Office.

Thank you for your application and your interest in working at the U.S. Mission in Nairobi.