Safety Program Coordinator (POSHO) at Embassy of United States of America

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Safety Program Coordinator (POSHO)

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Employer: Embassy of United States of America

Employment: Full-Time | Permanent

Place of Work: Addis Ababa - Ethiopia

Salary: USD 12,133

Posted date: 3 years ago

Deadline: Submission date is over

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Overview

Hiring Path: Open to the public

Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency: 

• For USEFM - FP is 08.  Actual FP salary determined by Washington D.C.
•  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 Addis Ababa/Ethiopia is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Safety Program Coordinator (POSHO Assistant).

The work schedule for this position is: Full Time (40 hours per week)

Start date: Start date: Candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time (4 weeks) 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 incumbent serves as the Safety Program Coordinator with responsibility for assisting the Post Occupational Safety and Health Officer (POSHO) in carrying out the day-to-day functions of the Safety, Health and Environmental Management (SHEM) and Fire Protection Division (FIR) programs at the post as required by 15 FAM 900 and 15 FAM 800; assures that all government-owned and leased property in-country meet the requirements of 15 FAM 253.5, 15 FAM 432, 15 FAM 840, and 15 FAM 950, as well as other related Departmental requirements which may exist.

Qualifications and Evaluations

EXPERIENCE: Minimum three (3) years of experience in the maintenance or electrical field performing repair work or in the field of occupational safety, including work as a construction supervisor or quality control assurance inspector with experience in managing people and resources is required.

EDUCATION: A minimum of two years of College/University level education or Vocational/Trades School training in facilities management, environmental safety, construction, engineering, or electrical is required.

LANGUAGE: English Level 4 (fluent) speaking/reading/writing. Amharic Level 4 (fluent) speaking/reading/writing. (This may be tested)

SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Standard level keyboard and computer skills to include specialized software, database management, spreadsheets, etc. Must possess excellent written and oral skills in order to conduct training and drafting of materials and reports in the performance of duties. Ability to coordinate, prioritize and oversee multiple projects. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to be flexible, resourceful, service-oriented, and self-motivated, and to work within the existing mission structure. (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.

Agency Benefits:

• Locally Employed Staff, including Members of Household (MOHs), and Third-Country Nationals (TCNs), working at the U.S. Mission in Addis Ababa/Ethiopia may receive a compensation package that may include health, separation, and other benefits.
• For EFMs, benefits should be discussed with the Human Resources Office.
• The pay plan is assigned at the time of the conditional offer letter by the HR Office.

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. 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: https://careers.state.gov/downloads/files/definitions-for-va

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”), 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.

In order to qualify based on education, you MUST submit the requested college/vocational and/or transcripts as verification of educational requirement by the closing date of this announcement. If you fail to provide the requested information, or the information you submit is insufficient to verify your eligibility, you will not be considered for this position.

• Copy of Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent)

• Residency and/or Work Permit

• Passport copy

• College/University level education(Required)

• Work Experience (Required)

• Certificate or License

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

• SF-50 (if applicable)

 

Applicants who are invited to take a language or skills test, or who are selected for an interview will be contacted via email or phone. 

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.

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