Public Engagement (Press and Media) Assistant

Announcement Number : HOCHIMINH-2020-26

Hiring Agency: Consulate Ho Chi Minh City
Position Title: Public Engagement (Press and Media) Assistant - All interested applicants
Open Period: 07/14/2020 - 07/28/2020Format MM/DD/YYYY
Vacancy Time Zone: GMT+7
Series/Grade: LE - 6510 8
Salary: USD $15,396
Work Schedule: Full-time - The work schedule for this position is: Full Time 40 hours per week, from Monday to Friday.
Promotion Potential: LE-8

Duty Location(s): 1 in Ho Chi Minh City, VM
Telework Eligible: No
For More Info: HR Office / 84-28-3520-4200 / HoChiMinhCityHR@state.gov

Overview

Hiring Path:

• Open to the public

Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:

For USEFM - FP is 4. Actual FP salary determined by Washington D.C. Open to: 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:

- Full Time (40 hours per week)

Start date: Candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time (90 days) of receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.

Supervisory Position:

Relocation Expenses Reimbursed:

Travel Required:

Occasional Travel

Incumbent will join provincial trips as required.

Duties

Monitors select Vietnamese traditional media, new media including virtual forums and blogs, and international media for items on U.S.-related issues and interests, summarizes and translates them for distribution within Mission and to other USG contacts. Analyzes trends in the new media and international media critical to U.S. interests, advises PAO, IO, and Press & Media Coordinator on such issues. Organizes, advises on appropriate themes, media targets for Mission’s media briefings, press conferences, and media programs to advance Mission interests. Advises on and organizes media-related education and exchange programs and grant opportunities. Serves as official Post photographer for VIP visits and other significant events.

Qualifications and Evaluations

Requirements:
EXPERIENCE: At least two years of experience in communications/media-related work as journalist, researcher or writer required.
Education Requirements: University degree in social sciences, international relations, journalism, or English is required.
Evaluations: This may be tested.

LANGUAGE: Fluency Level Speaking/Reading/Writing of English is required. Fluency Level Speaking/Reading/Writing of Vietnamese is required. Please clarify level of your English and Vietnamese language skill on your application.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:: Analytic skills: Must be able to distinguish important commentary from straightforward factual reporting and decide which aspects to include in reports. Must be able to “read between the lines” to understand and report on local developments and how they are portrayed by media.Communication/Interpersonal skills: Must be able to identify items in the press of interest to media reaction readers and to briefly and accurately present them in English. Must have strong drafting and translation skills. Must be able to develop and maintain excellent contacts and working relationships with journalists, editors, and government officials. Management skills: Must be able to bring together offices and agencies from across the Mission to identify opportunities for and organize appropriate media engagement. Technical skills: Must be able to serve as the Mission’s back-up photographer. Availability: Must be available to travel throughout the host country to develop professional contacts and create content (photo/video of ambassador’s travel, PD programs, etc.). 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. Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam 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:

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. 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://careers.state.gov/downloads/files/definitions-for-va

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 **

* 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.

How to Apply

How to Apply:

Required Documents: In order to qualify based on education, you MUST submit the requested diploma and / or transcripts as verification of educational requirement by the closing date of this announcement. If you fail to provide requested information, or the information you submit is insufficient to verify your eligibility, you will not be considered for this position.

Copy of Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent) (if applicable)
A proof of citizenship
Residency and/or Work Permit (if you are not Vietnamese Citizen)
Passport copy
Degree (nottranscripts)
DD-214 - Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)
SF-50 (if applicable)

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

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