Hiring Path:
Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:
For USEFM – FP Salary is 08. Actual FP salary determined by Washington D.C. • All Interested Applicants / All Sources
Security Clearance Required:
Public Trust – Background Investigation
Appointment Type
Permanent
Appointment Type Details:
Indefinite subject to successful completion of probationary period
Marketing Statement:
We encourage you to read and understand the Eight (8) Qualities of Overseas Employees before you apply.
Summary:
The work schedule for this position is:
Start date: Candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time (8-12 weeks) of receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications, or their candidacy may end.
Supervisory Position:
No
Relocation Expenses Reimbursed:
No
Travel Required:
Not Required
Duties
Basic Function of the Position – The incumbent oversees, directs, and executes all administrative functions and responsibilities for the Medical Unit as assigned by the Direct Hire Foreign Service Medical Specialists. The incumbent acts as a liaison and facilitator between the medical unit staff, officers from different sections of the Mission, family members, LE Staff, personnel from other agencies and regional posts, and medical, nursing, and ancillary health services within the local community. The incumbent is under the direct supervision of the Management Officer at post.
Qualifications and Evaluations
Requirements:
EXPERIENCE: Minimum of one (1) year as an Office Manager or Administrative Assistant is required.
JOB KNOWLEDGE: Knowledge of Computers and basic accounting principles is required. Detailed knowledge of MED’s policies and procedures. General working knowledge of the Mission to meet specific needs of the service population. Detailed knowledge of host country local medical care systems as well as of the host country general office supply vendors and service providers. Knowledge of office management systems and procedures.
Education Requirements:
Two years of general college or university studies is required.
Evaluations:
LANGUAGE: English level III (Good working knowledge) Written/Speaking/Reading is required / Telugu or Hindi level III (Good knowledge) Written/Speaking/Reading is required – This may be tested.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES Optional: Must be proficient in Microsoft (MS) Outlook to organize tasks, calendars, and contact databases; MS Office (Word,Excel,Access,PowerPoint) to organize and present information, and Internet Explorer. Requires ability to be resourceful and proactive in dealing with sensitive and confidential issues. Must be flexible, service-oriented, self-motivated, and able to work within the existing Mission structure. Must have the ability to organize, multi-task, prioritize, and work under pressure. Must possess strong customer service, verbal communication, and listening skills. Must demonstrate the skills and abilities to manage and lead people.
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:
Locally Employed Staff, including Members of Household (MOHs), and Third-Country Nationals (TCNs), working at the U.S. Mission in Hyderabad, India may receive a compensation package that may include health, separation, and other 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.
Other Information:
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HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants in the following hiring preference categories are extended a hiring preference in the order listed below. Therefore, it is essential that these applicants accurately describe their status on the application. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not eligible for a hiring preference.
HIRING PREFERENCE ORDER:
1. AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*
2. AEFM / USEFM
3. FS on LWOP and CS with reemployment rights **
** This level of preference applies to all Foreign Service employees on LWOP and CS with re-employment rights back to their agency or bureau.
For more information (i.e., what is an EFM, USEFM, AEFM, MOH, etc.?) and for additional employment considerations, please visit the following link.