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Job Summary

CULTURAL AFFAIRS ASSISTANT FSN-08 TRAINEE LEVEL FSN-07

Duties & Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of the Assistant Cultural Affairs Officer (ACAO), the incumbent advance the public diplomacy goals of the U.S. Mission in Kabul by supporting English Language programming in Afghanistan at all levels. S/he supports, implements, and monitors English Language Learning products and services for the Department of State. S/he also oversees a large portfolio of U.S. government funded grants and cooperative agreements related to English teaching and learning in Afghanistan.

Job Requirements

Applicants must address required qualifications criteria listed below with specific information supporting each item. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not qualified.

VA 17-081 – Full Performance Level:
1. EDUCATION: University bachelor degree in liberal arts, humanities, English or education is required.
2. EXPERIENCE: 2 years in cultural affairs, NGO work, teaching or administrative support of language teaching programs is required.
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Substitution Option:
1. EDUCATION: Two years of college in liberal arts, humanities, English or education is required.
2. EXPERIENCE: 4 years in cultural affairs, NGO work, teaching or administrative support of language teaching programs is required.

VA 17-081T – Trainee Level:
1. EDUCATION: University bachelor degree in liberal arts, humanities, English or education is required.
2. EXPERIENCE: 1 year in cultural affairs, NGO work, teaching or administrative support of language teaching programs is required.

3. LANGUAGE: This position requires fluency in English (4/4), with native fluency in either Dari or Pashto (4/4).both Dari and English is essential. Must have excellent translation skills, including simultaneous interpretation.
4. SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Must possess excellent oral and written communication, teaching, and interpersonal skills. The ability to work in a high-stress, high-productivity environment is required. Must have the ability to plan, arrange and support implementing partners in carrying out thematically focused PAS initiatives. Must be able to solve problems and provide recommendations for process improvements. Basic computer skills are essential. Ability to work independently

5. JOB KNOWLEDGE: Familiarity with the techniques, methods, and organizations involved in teaching foreign languages. In-depth understanding of Afghan society, government, history, and culture. Understanding of public diplomacy strategies and USG policy objectives.
4. SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Must possess excellent oral and written communication, teaching, and interpersonal skills. The ability to work in a high-stress, high-productivity environment is required. Must have the ability to plan, arrange and support implementing partners in carrying out thematically focused PAS initiatives. Must be able to solve problems and provide recommendations for process improvements. Basic computer skills are essential. Ability to work independently

Submission Guideline

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.
1. Universal Application for Employment (UAE) (Form DS-174), which is available on our website or by contacting Human Resources. (See “For Further Information” above);

2. Any additional documentation that supports or addresses the requirements listed above (e.g. high school certificate, transcripts, bachelor degree etc.), if you do not attach educational documents your application will not be considered for this position.

WHERE TO APPLY:

Human Resources Office, U.S. Embassy Kabul

Subject line must be: (Cultural Affairs Assistant VA 17-081 17-081T) or your application may not be considered.

Functional Area

General

Countries

Submission Email

kabuljobs@state.gov

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