VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
(Announcement No. 09/37)
(Re-advertise)

OPEN TO:   All interested candidates
POSITION:   Program Assistant (ESTH and UXO), FSN-9; FP-5
OPENING DATE:  October 27, 2009
CLOSING DATE:  November 13, 2009
WORK HOURS:  Full-time; 40 hours/week
SALARY: Actual grade and salary will be based on the qualifications of the applicant.

NOTE: THIS IS A LOCAL POSITION.  THE SELECTED CANDIDATE WILL COME UNDER LOCAL LABOR LAW AND BE PAID ACCORDING TO THE LOCAL COMPENSATION PLAN.  ALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT APPLICANTS MUST BE RESIDING IN LAOS AND HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.

The U.S. Embassy in Vientiane is seeking an individual for the position of Program Assistant (ESTH and UXO) in the Political/Economic and Commercial Section.

BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION

Incumbent provides research, support, and outreach for all aspects of post’s Environmental, Science, Technology, and Health (ESTH) programs. He/she provides assistance to the Unexploded Ordnance (UXO) sector and also provides back up support for other U.S. Government-funded assistance programs, supports the Economic/Commercial Officer as necessary and backs up the Commercial Assistant in the event of his/her absence. 

(Full Position Description can be obtained from Human Resource Office)
    
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

NOTE: All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.
 
1. Education: Completion of university is required.
2. Experience: Three to five years prior experience in the environmental field is required. Knowledge of NGOs in Laos and experience in dealing with Ministries is useful.  Experience in planning itineraries, arranging visas is a plus.
3. Language Proficiency: Level IV English and Lao languages, fluent speaking and writing.
4. Knowledge: Understanding of Lao Government procedures for approving and carrying out assistance projects.
5. Skills and Abilities:  Must obtain a valid driving license for car and light truck. Must have good computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.  Must be able to create data bases.     

TO APPLY

Interested applicants for this position must submit the following for the application to be considered:

1. Application for Federal Employment (OF-612); or a current resume or curriculum vitae that provides the same information as an OF-612; plus

2. Candidates who claim U.S. Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form DD-214 with their application.

3. Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards, copies of degrees earned) that address the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.

SUBMIT APPLICATION TO
Human Resources Office
American Embassy
Rue Bartholonie, That Dam
PO Box 114, Vientiane, Laos
(Hardcopy or e-mail attachments are accepted)
 
POINT OF CONTACT
Telephone: 856-21-267167
Fax:   856-21-267140
E-mail:  VientianeHR@state.gov

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

Interested persons should contact the Embassy Human Resources Office Tel: 021-267176 for more information. Blank application forms may be picked up from the cabinet inside the Embassy entrance.

CLOSING DATE FOR THIS POSITION: November 13, 2009
An Equal Opportunity Employer