Strategic Content Coordination Assistant (All Interested Applicants) – Djibouti

Strategic Content Coordination Assistant (All Interested Applicants) – Djibouti

About

Overview

Hiring Path:

• Open to the public

Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:

•    All Interested Applicants / All Sources

•    For USEFM – FP is 6.  Actual FP salary determined by Washington D.C.

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 work schedule for this position is full Time (40 hours/week)

Candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time 1 month of receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.

Supervisory Position:

No

Relocation Expenses Reimbursed:

No

Travel Required:

Not Required

Duties

The Community Management and Digital Production Coordinator works under the direct supervision of the Public Affairs Officer (PAO or designee); has no supervisory responsibilities.  Is responsible for Mission flagship digital properties (social media, website content).  Researches Djibouti information consumption preferences; identifies optimal digital means to convey specific information content.  Organizes, produces, and occasionally hosts online conversations. Responsible production of Mission traditional and digital multimedia content; creates or acquires content for dissemination through digital media, through broadcast or print, or in person.  Provides informal on-the-job training to Public Diplomacy (PD) Public Engagement staff and other Mission personnel who engage with online communities on standards, regulations, and policies for the use of digital properties.

Qualifications and Evaluations

Requirements:

EXPERIENCE: A minimum of six years of progressively responsible experience in a multilingual, multicultural or multinational organization is required.  Market research and audience analysis, and design and execution of online campaigns must have been significant components of the job.  Must have experience managing digital properties, including direct online interaction with the public, and content creation in multimedia and traditional formats.  [Note: candidates considered for this position must provide a portfolio of original work demonstrating visual and multimedia design competence.]

Education Requirements:

Completion of high school education is required.

Evaluations:

This may be tested:

LANGUAGE:

(Good Working Knowledge) Speaking/Reading/Writing English is required

(Fluent) Speaking/Reading/Writing French is required

(Good Working Knowledge) Speaking/Reading/Writing in one local language, either Somali or Afar is required.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Analytic skills:  Must have strong analytic skills to identify target audiences, understand their sensitivities, and identify the best strategic content, format, and delivery means to influence them in support of U.S. policy objectives.                                                            Communication/Interpersonal skills:  Must have strong interpersonal skills to maintain Mission-wide collaboration/coordination on the use of digital tools and platforms to strengthen Mission diplomacy in the public sphere.                                                                                                                      Management skills:  Strong organizational skills are required to: manage multiple engagement platforms at the same time, and actively engage with the public simultaneously on those platforms; incorporate strategic content from all Mission offices and agencies; and identify and resolve, or seek assistance in resolving, problems associated with online content and engagement.                                                                                                                            Technical skills:  Detailed knowledge of and ability to build out and manage Mission flagship digital properties, including social media and mobile platforms, and develop digital tools such as games and contests.

Availability:  Must be available to travel throughout Djibouti to develop professional contacts and create content (photo/video of ambassador’s travel, Public Diplomacy (PD) programs)

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.

How to Apply

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.  For more information on how to apply visit the Mission internet site.

Applicants who have responded to Vacancy Announcement DJIBOUTI-2022-034R need not reapply for this vacancy as their applications will be considered.

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:
• Residency and/or Work Permit
• Proof of citizenship (Djiboutian National ID or Foreign passport)
• High School diploma
• Work Certificates

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 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 Djibouti.

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