American Center Programing Coordinator

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT U.S. Mission Vietnam U.S. Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City Announcement Number: Ho Chi Minh-2019-17 Position Title: American Center Programing Coordinator Opening Period: September 12, 2019 through September 26, 2019 Series/Grade: LE-6510-8 Salary: US$15,396 (annually) For More Info: Human Resources Office E-mail Address: HoChiMinhCityHR@state.gov Position Description (PDF – 78KB) Who May Apply: For USEFM - FS is FP-06; US$41,081 (Starting Salary). Actual FS salary determined by Washington, D.C. Open-to: All Interested Applicants / All Sources Security Clearance Required: Local Security Certification or Public Trust Duration Appointment: 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 U.S. Mission in Vietnam – U.S. Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of American Center Programing Coordinator in its Public Affairs Section. The work schedule for this position is:

Full Time (40 hours per week)

Start date: Candidate must be able to begin working within 90 days of receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end. Supervisory Position: No. Duties: Under the supervision of the American Center (AC) Director and Cultural Affairs Officer of the Public Affairs Section (PAS), the incumbent designs, markets and coordinates programs at the AC in line with Mission and Public Diplomacy strategic goals and monthly themes. The incumbent will coordinate cross-cutting programs to help patrons develop English skills while learning about American society, culture, values, and policy. The incumbent also develops and maintains contact with accomplished American expatriates, exchange program alumni, and leadership of partner institutions to recruit top-notch facilitators and guest speakers. Qualifications and Evaluations Education: University degree in business administration, law, marketing, English, education, language, philosophy, American studies, journalism, political science, or international affairs field is required. Requirements: EXPERIENCE: At least three (03) years of progressively responsible work experience in event management, marketing, sales, business management, higher education, NGO management, cultural programs administration, public policy, foreign affairs, or journalism. JOB KNOWLEDGE: Advanced understanding of promotional and marketing/communications campaign strategies, especially in the Vietnamese context. Advanced knowledge of current trends and developments in U.S. policy and culture. Generally versed in a wide variety of topics including but not limited to English language education, entrepreneurship, and the environment. Evaluations: LANGUAGE: Level IV (Fluent) in Reading, Writing and Speaking English is required (This may be tested). Level IV (Fluent) in Reading, Writing and Speaking Vietnamese is required. The incumbent must be able to serve as interpreter for American officers, Mission leadership, and high-level visitors. SKILL AND ABILITIES: Incumbent must be able to work effectively in teams, with both American and foreign national staff, and have superior cross-cultural skills. Excellent written and oral communication skills; excellent public speaking skills. Ability to independently plan, organize and carry out programs; ability to train and motivate a team of volunteer interns to execute programs with close attention to detail and professionalism. Qualifications: All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications. 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. Benefits: Locally Employed Staff, including Members of Household (MOHs), and Third-Country Nationals (TCNs), working at the U.S. Mission in in Vietnam – U.S. Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City 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 Human Resources Office. Other information: 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:

AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*
AEFM / USEFM
FS on LWOP and CS with reemployment rights **

IMPORTANT: Applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of their most recent DD-214 (“Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty”), equivalent documentation, or certification. A

“certification” is any written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions within 120 days after the certification is submitted by the applicant. The certification letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service. Acceptable documentation must be submitted in order for the preference to be given. ** 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: https://vn.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulate/embassy-consulate-jobs/ How to Apply: All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a Local Security or Public Trust clearance. Applicants must submit a Universal Application for Employment (DS-174) which is available on Consulate’s website. To apply for this position, applicants should electronically (or otherwise) submit the documents listed below to HoChiMinhCityHR@state.gov Required Documents: Please provide the required documentation listed below with your application:

- DS-174
- Copy of Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent)
- Residency and/or Work Permit (If you are not Vietnamese Citizen)
- DD-214 - Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)
- SF-50 (if applicable)

What to Expect Next: Applicants who are invited to take a language or skills test, or who are selected for an interview will be contacted via email or phone. For further information: the complete position description listing all of the duties, responsibilities, required qualifications, etc. may be obtained by contacting the Management Office. Thank you for your application and your interest in working at the U.S. Mission in Vietnam – U.S. Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City.

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