Special Consular Assistant U.S. Mission

The U.S. Mission in Uganda is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Special Consular Assistant.

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 following receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.

Supervisory Position: No

Duties:
• The Special Consular Services Assistant is responsible for efficient and timely processing of immigrant visas and reports directly to the Supervisory Consular Specialist.
• The incumbent performs a broad range of services including managing adoptions petitions, processing V92 Asylee Follow-to-Join cases and Special immigrant visas for U.S. government employees.

Qualifications and Evaluations
EDUCATION:
• Completion of University Studies is required.

Requirements:
EXPERIENCE:
• A minimum of four years of work experience in an office and public service environment is required.

JOB KNOWLEDGE:
• A good understanding of host country laws and authorities on migratory trends, demographics, and border controls is required.

Evaluations:
LANGUAGE:
• English level 3 (Good working knowledge) speaking and writing ability is required, Luganda Level 3 (Good working knowledge) speaking, reading and writing ability and Lusoga Level 3 (Good working knowledge) speaking, reading and writing ability is required. This may be tested.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office is required. Strong interpersonal skills to work collaboratively with a team is required. Fast and accurate data entry; ability to read, interpret, and act accordingly to complex regulations and instructions; work independently; exercise tact in dealing with the public; work under continuous pressure; exercise good judgement in referring cases to officers; and write clear and concise correspondence is required.
• Ability to use local resources to research legislation and policy, and to produce written information handouts for visa applicants is required. This may be tested.