Cameroon Jobs: U. S. Embassy in Yaoundé is seeking an individual for the position of SSH/DHRF Administrator.

SSH/DHRF Administrator

Open to: All Interested Candidates
Position: SSH/DHRF Administrator, FSN-7; FP-7
Opening date: March 8, 2011
Closing date: March 22, 2011
Work hours: Full time; 40 hours /week

NOTE: ALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT (OR) APPLICANTS (See Appendix A) MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.

The U. S. Embassy in Yaoundé is seeking an individual for the position of SSH/DHRF Administrator.

Basic Function of Position:
The incumbent is one of the administrators for the Special Self-Help/Democracy and Human Rights Funds (SSH/DHRF) program in Cameroon, covering approximately 20-25 SSH/DHRF projects. Incumbent is one of the individuals responsible for the SSH/DHRF program management and implementation, and financial management. Duties and responsibilities include receiving, evaluating and recommending proposals for SSH/DHRF funding for Cameroon; preparing accounting documents and following up with Accra (regional accounting station) to verify that money has been disbursed and has been properly used by grantees; writing monthly program updates assigned by the SSH/DHRF Coordinator for the newsletter, targeting a broader audience outside the Embassy; managing the program funds and maintaining adequate financial and administrative records for each funded activity.

A copy of the complete position description listing all duties and responsibilities is available in the Human Resources Office. Contact telephone No.: 2220-1500, Ext: 4006.

Qualifications Required:
Note: All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.

1. Education: Two years of College/University studies is required.

2. Experience: Two years experience in project management or a responsible administrative position in project management field is required. Experience must be in an international institution or NGO or in a large local institution.

3. Language: Level IV (Fluency) Speaking/Reading/Writing English and French is required and will be tested.

4. Knowledge: Applicant must have good knowledge of project management, basic knowledge of mathematics and accounting and good knowledge of the customs and cultures of Cameroon. Job Knowledge will be tested.

5. Skills/Abilities: Applicant must be computer literate and have good knowledge of “Word” and “Excel” Microsoft Office Applications. Applicant must have excellent interpersonal, writing, and organizational skills. Public speaking skills are an important element of the job; employee must feel comfortable addressing medium and large groups and presenting information about the SSH/DHRF programs, often impromptu. Ability to translate from English into French and vice versa, to plan, arrange, and administer all programs, to work in a high-volume and high productivity environment is essential. Applicant must be able and willing to travel frequently to remote parts of Cameroon to monitor and evaluate projects. Skills and abilities will be tested.

SELECTION PROCESS:

When fully qualified, U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs) and U.S. Veterans are given preference. Therefore, it is essential that the candidate specifically address the required qualifications above in the application.

ADDITIONAL SELECTION CRITERIA:

1. Management will consider nepotism/conflict of interest, budget, and residency status in determining successful candidacy.

2. Current employees serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply.

3. Current Ordinarily Resident employees with an Overall Summary Rating of Needs Improvement or Unsatisfactory on their most recent Employee Performance Report are not eligible to apply.

4. Currently employed U.S. Citizen EFMs who hold a Family Member Appointment (FMA) are ineligible to apply for advertised positions within the first 90 calendar days of their employment.

5. Currently employed NORs hired under a Personal Services Agreement (PSA) are ineligible to apply for advertised positions within the first 90 calendar days of their employment unless currently hired into a position with a When Actually Employed (WAE) work schedule.

6. The candidate must be able to obtain and hold a Locally Employed Staff security clearance.

TO APPLY:

Interested candidates for this position must submit the following for consideration of the application:

1. Universal Application for Employment as a Locally Employed Staff or Family Member (DS-174); or

2. A current resume or curriculum vitae that provides the same information found on the UAE (see Appendix B); or

3. 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; plus

4. Candidates who claim U.S. Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form DD-214 with their application. Candidates who claim conditional U.S. Veterans preference must submit documentation confirming eligibility for a conditional preference in hiring with their application.

5. Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.

SUBMIT APPLICATION TO:

Human Resources Office
P.O. Box 817,
U.S. Embassy Yaoundé
Cameroon
Via email at: ydeapplicants@state.gov (Please, indicate the title of the position on the “Subject:” line)

POINT OF CONTACT:
Telephone: 2220-1500, Ext 4006
FAX: 2220-1500, Ext 4532

CLOSING DATE FOR THIS POSITION: March 22, 2011

The U.S. Mission in Cameroon 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.