Job Title: Commercial assistant
Closing date of the position: December 31, 2012
ALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT (OR) APPLICANTS MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.
The US Embassy is seeking an individual for the position of Commercial Assistant in the Political/Economic Section.
BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION
Serves as principal Commercial Assistant, with responsibility for responding to a wide range of complex trade and investment inquiries from American and Tanzanian public and private sector officials and organizations. Provides a variety of services to American businesses and relevant U.S. government agencies with dealings in Tanzania. Researches and analyzes trade statistics and current policy developments and drafts various reports on economic and commercial issues. Supports Regional Commercial Attaché and Regional Agricultural Attaché both based in Nairobi.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
20%
Provides support to U.S. businesses, including Gold Key Service and other FCS programs. This entails a strong knowledge of local economic sectors and ability to link U.S. companies with appropriate local contacts in each sector.
15%
Provides support to visiting officials from U.S. agencies, including identifying appropriate local contacts, organizing meeting schedules, facilitating logistics, and accompanying the visitor, if required. Supports post’s Public Affairs Office in trade-related programs and issues.
15%
Provides support to U.S. agencies without an official presence in Tanzania, including Foreign Commercial Service, Foreign Agricultural Service, U.S. Treasury, USAID Trade Hubs, USTR, Commerce Department, Ex-Im Bank, USTDA, OPIC etc. This support includes following up with local contacts on substantive issues, replying to specific inquiries from these agencies, sharing information from these agencies with local officials, and facilitating programs funded by these agencies.
15%
Conducts research for information and statistics on a wide range of issues in support of required annual reports and spot reporting on economic and commercial issues. Follows current developments in various sectors (including Finance, Agriculture, Tourism, Infrastructure and Power) and reports regularly to Pol/Econ Officer on significant developments in local trade laws, policies, and practices, local economic conditions, foreign competition, and multilateral organizations (SADC, EAC, etc).
10%
Develops and maintains contacts with local government officials to facilitate bilateral talks and with private sector representatives to facilitate matchmaking with U.S. companies. Maintains up-to-date contact information for use in inviting government and private sector representatives to Embassy-sponsored events. Contacts range from working level staff to senior level government officials across several ministries and economic sectors.
10%
Disseminates information to Tanzanian government officials and local companies regarding U.S. policies and regulations, trade opportunities, trade events (fairs, forums, seminars), etc. Responds to inquiries and provides advice to the public regarding trading with the United States. Assists local companies to seek U.S. products and make contacts with appropriate U.S. firms.
10%
Drafts assigned portions of required annual reports, including the Investment Climate Statement, the Country Commercial Guide, Money Laundering and Narcotics reports and others when necessary.
5%
Represents the Embassy at meetings, forums, and events. Backs up other Pol/Econ FSNs, Self-Help Coordinator, and Special Events Coordinator. Serves as translator and interpreter as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.
Education: University degree in the fields of Commerce, Economics and Business Administration, or related field is required.
Prior Work Experience: Five years work experience in trade-related field involving interaction with private sector, government, and multi-national corporations.
Language proficiency: English and Kiswahili Level IV (fluent) speaking, reading and writing is required.
Knowledge: A thorough understanding of the Tanzanian government, economy, industrial and commercial structure, business and industry customs and practices, trade laws, regulations and policies. A broad knowledge of Tanzania’s private and public sectors and their publications. A thorough understanding of US FCS Trade and Investment Promotion goals, programs, and procedures. A solid understanding of U.S. business practices, requirements, and opportunities.
Skills and Abilities: Effective oral and written communication skills. Ability to identify needs of American and Tanzanian business and government representatives. Office management and organizational skills. High level of computer literacy.
SELECTION PROCESS
When fully qualified, US Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs) and US Veterans are given preference. Therefore, it is essential that the candidate specifically address the required qualifications above in the application.
ADDITIONAL SELECTION CRITERIA
Management will consider nepotism/conflict of interest, budget, and residency status in determining successful candidacy.
TO APPLY
Interested candidates for this position must submit the following for consideration of the application:
Universal Application for Employment as a Locally Employed Staff or Family Member (DS-174). A hard copy of the application form (DS-174) is also available at the American Embassy, gate 3; or
A combination of both; i.e. Sections 1 -24 of the UAE along with a listing of the applicant’s work experience attached as a separate sheet; or
A current resume or curriculum vitae that provides the same information found on the UAE (see section 3A below for more information); plus
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, certificates, awards) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.
3A. If an applicant is submitting a resume or curriculum vitae, s/he must provide the following information equal to what is found on the UAE.
Failure to do so will result in an incomplete application.
A. Position Title
B. Position Grade
C. Vacancy Announcement Number (if known)
D. Dates Available for Work
E. First, Middle, & Last Names as well as any other names used
F. Date and Place of Birth
G. Current Address, Day, Evening, and Cell phone numbers
H. U.S. Citizenship Status (Yes or No) & status of permanent U.S. Resident (Yes or No; if yes, provide number)
I. U.S. Social Security Number and/or Identification Number
J. Eligibility to work in the country (Yes or No)
K. Special Accommodations the Mission needs to provide
L. If applying for position that includes driving a U.S. Government vehicle, Driver’s License Class / Type
M. Days available to work
N. List any relatives or members of your household that work for the U.S. Government (include their Name, Relationship, & Agency, Position, Location)
O. U.S. Eligible Family Member and Veterans Hiring Preference
P. Education
Q. License, Skills, Training, Membership, & Recognition
R. Language Skills
S. Work Experience
T. References
How to apply;
SUBMIT APPLICATION TO
American Embassy
Human Resources Office
P.O. Box 9123
Dar es Salaam
POINT OF CONTACT
Telephone: 229 4000, Ext: 4137/4148/4233/4024
Fax: 2294726 or 2294970
CLOSING DATE OF THE POSITION: December 31, 2012
The US Mission in Tanzania 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.
The EEO complaint procedure is not available to individuals who believe they have been denied equal opportunity based upon marital status or political affiliation. Individuals with such complaints should avail themselves of the appropriate grievance procedures, remedies for prohibited personnel practices, and/or courts for relief.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
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