Duties
The Special Projects Coordinator, working under the direct supervision of the Chief of Mission, is responsible for administering and publicizing, as appropriate, all aspects of the U.S. Ambassador’s Special Self-Help Fund (SSH), the Democracy & Human Rights Fund II (DHRF), the PEPFAR Small Grants Program, the PEPFAR Gender Challenge Fund, and other small grants projects. These projects are generally small scale, distinct, short-term, and intended to have a high impact.
Qualifications and Evaluations
Requirements:
EXPERIENCE: To be eligible for $100,000 warrant, job holder must meet A/OPE/FA’s requirement of six month experience in this field or have four year university degree.
Education Requirements:
College (2 years) or Post-Secondary SchoolEvaluations:
LANGUAGE: English: Level 4 (Fluency) Speaking/Reading/Writing English is required.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Must have advanced computer literacy using MS Office, typing speed of 45 wpm, and ability to use basic Facebook and Twitter functions. Important skills are excellent communication, planning, proposal review, and data analysis. Other useful abilities include project evaluation, objectively qualifying project results, information sharing, reporting and ability to meet strict deadlines.
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.
Benefits and Other Info
Benefits:Agency 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.
Closing date: 07 May 2021