Job description

Overview

U.S. Mission Nairobi

Announcement Number: Nairobi-2024-086

Position Title: Human Resources Assistant

Opening Period: 08/07/2024 – 08/21/2024

Series: FSN 0305

Salary/Grade: Position Grade: FP- 07; FSN – 07 (Kshs. 2,065,352 – 3,511,095 per year)

Who May Apply: All Interested Applicants / All Sources

(Actual FS salary determined by Washington D.C.)

Security Clearance Required: Local Security Certification

Duration Appointment: 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

https://careers.state.gov/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Eight-Qualities-of-Overseas-Employees.pdf

Summary: The U.S. Mission in Nairobi is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Human Resources Assistant.

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.

Supervisory Position: No

Responsibilities

Duties: Position is responsible for logistical oversight of LE Staff evaluation process and processing of within range increase (WRI) personnel actions; will coordinate LE Staff orientation program and the point of contact for Length of service and safe driving awards process. Overall supervision provided by HR Assistant (Performance and Analytical Team Lead), Position number C54010

Requirements and qualifications

Additional education

Education: Two years of university or college studies is required.

Evaluations:

LANGUAGE: Level IV (Fluent, Reading/speaking /writing) English is required. (This may be tested.)

Level III (Good working knowledge, Reading/Speaking/Writing) Kiswahili is required

Experience

2 Years

Additional experience

Two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in the field of Human Resources, Management, or Administration is required.

Skills

Detail Oriented
Flexibility
excellent communication skills
proficiency in Microsoft office suite
Problem-solving

Additional skills

Must demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office package, especially MS Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Must have strong written and verbal communication skills.
Must be attentive to detail and problem-solving skills.
Must have excellent time management skills and ability to multitask and prioritize work.

Terms and conditions

How to Apply: All candidates must be able to obtain a Local Security Certification.

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: Please provide the required documentation listed below with your application:

Residency and/or Work Permit (If applicable)
DD-214 - Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)
SF-50 (if applicable)
Proof of two years of university or college studies
Curriculum Vitae (CV)

What to Expect Next: 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 from the recruitment website