The U.S. Mission in Ethiopia is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Human Resources Clerk in the Human Resources office.

Duties and Responsibilites:

• The position is located in the Human Resources (HR) Office at the front desk and as such, requires the incumbent to be professional to greet and assist all visitors and callers to the office. Incumbent will be the customer service provider for all walk-ins to the HR section as well as answering phone inquiries. Assists with basic functions including but not limited to handling paper flow, preparing routine documents, logistics for events, and assuring that information is properly shared between different sub-sections of the HR office.

Job Requirements:

• All selected candidates will be subject to a background investigation and may be subject to a pre-employment medical exam.

• The selected candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable time (4 weeks) upon receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.

Education Requirements:

• Completion of high school is required.

Evaluations:

• You will be evaluated against the qualifications and requirements in this vacancy announcement.

• You may be asked to complete a pre-employment language or skills test.

• You must complete the application form and provide the required documents. Your application must address all the position qualifications and requirements including education, experience, language, and any knowledge/skills/abilities listed. If you fail to submit a complete application, then your application may be disqualified for this position.

Qualifications:

Experience:

• A minimum of one (1) year of experience in the administrative or clerical field is required.

Language:

• Good working knowledge in speaking/reading/writing English and Amharic is required. (These may be tested)

Job Knowledge:

• Basic understanding of HR functions and host country laws of personnel functions performed.

Skills And Abilities:

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power point, Outlook, and Internet). Must have excellent customer service and communication skills to manage in-person and telephone contacts. Must be organized, diligent, and able to work under pressure. Good interpersonal relationships are required. (These may be tested)

Benefits and Other Info

Benefits:

Agency Benefits:

• The U.S. Mission offers a competitive compensation and benefits package for local employees.

• For Eligible Family Member (EFM) applicants, benefits should be discussed with the HR Office. The pay plan is assigned by the HR Office and confirmed by Washington, D.C.

Other Information:

HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS: 

• A hiring preference is extended to eligible and qualified applicants in the order listed below. It is essential you accurately describe your status in your application, failure to do so may result in a determination that you are not eligible for a hiring preference.

HIRING PREFERENCE ORDER

• Appointment Eligible Family Member (AEFM) / U.S. citizen Eligible Family Member (USEFM) who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*

• AEFM / USEFM

• Foreign Service (FS) on Leave without Pay (LWOP) and Civil Service (CS) with reemployment rights ** 

How to Apply:

Interested and qualified applicants can apply online using THIS LINK