Open To: All Interested Candidates / All Sources
Position: Administrative Clerk
Closing Date: December 13, 2017
Work Hours: Full time, 40 hours/week
The U.S. Mission in Yaounde, Cameroon is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Administrative Clerk. This position is located in Yaounde, Cameroon.
Basic Function of the Position
Under the direct supervision of the Public Affairs Officer, the incumbent participates in the planning, development, implementation, and administration of the Mission's Public diplomacy (PD) programs by providing advice and assistance regarding the feasibility of program operations from the standpoint of funds, staff, facilities, program equipment and other resource requirements. He/She manages and closely tracks the Public Affairs Section's budget in concert with the Financial Management Office, and is adept in other systems governing grants and procurements.
Qualifications Required
Applicants must address each required qualification listed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not qualified.
Education: Technical High School diploma (GCE ‘A' Level or BACC) in accounting or finance is required.
Experience: At least two years progressively responsible experience in budgeting, bookkeeping, accounting, financial management, or grants management is required, in an international organization or a large local institution.
Language: Level III (Good Working Knowledge) speaking/reading/writing English and French are required. (This will be tested)
Skills and Abilities: The incumbent must have the ability to anticipate and plan for the usage of expendable supplies; computer skills; ability to communicate clearly; and ability to maintain and update equipment inventories and records. (Skills and abilities may be tested.)
Job Knowledge: The incumbent must be able to acquire knowledge on how to use the Embassy inventory system software; ability to maintain supply records and complete order forms; acquire knowledge of Embassy maintenance procedures. (Job knowledge may be tested.)
How to Apply: Applicants must submit the following documents to be considered. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not qualified.
- Universal Application for Employment (UAE) (Form DS-174), which is available on our website or by contacting Human Resources. (See “For Further Information” above);
- Any additional documentation that supports or addresses the requirements listed above (e.g. transcripts, degrees, etc.)
Where to apply:
Human Resources Office
P.O. Box 817, Tel.: 222-201-500, Ext 4006, U.S. Embassy Yaounde, Cameroon
- E-mail Address: ydeapplicants@state.gov
- Indicate the position title on the subject line.