US Embassy in Ghana Vacancy for Economic Specialist (Open to USEFMs Only)

Overview

Hiring Path:

• Open to the public

Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:

Only open to U.S. Citizen Family members) USEFMs) – All Agencies.  For USEFMs the salary grade is FP-5 (Step 5 through 14).  Actual FP salary determined by Washington D.C.

Security Clearance Required:

Secret/Confidential Clearance

Appointment Type

Temporary

Appointment Type Details:

Not to exceed 5 years

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 (12 weeks) of receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.

Supervisory Position:No

Relocation Expenses Reimbursed:No

Duties

This is a full-time position supporting the work of the Economic Section (ECON) as an Economic Specialist. Working with minimal supervision, the incumbent manages the Special Self-Help grants program, supervises one locally employed staff member, and is responsible for gathering information and analyzing a portfolio of economic issues, primarily environment, health, science and technology issues, This position is directly supervised by the Economic Office Chief, FS-01.

Qualifications and Evaluations

Requirements:

EXPERIENCE: A minimum of five (5) years of experience in economics, international affairs, public policy, business administration, social sciences, or law is required.

Education Requirements:Bachelor’s degree in any of the following areas: Economics, International Affairs, Public Policy, Business Administration, or International Law is required.

Evaluations:

LANGUAGE: Fluent oral and written English is required. (This may be tested).

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.

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How to Apply for the US Embassy in Ghana Vacancy for Economic Specialist

How to Apply:

All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a Secret security clearance.

To apply for this position click the “Submit Application” button.  For more information on how to apply visit the Mission internet site.

How to Apply  – – Go here  and click on APPLY FOR THIS VACANCY 

1. Create an account on the US Embassy Website or log in if you already have an account.

2. Click submit to apply for the job.

Required Documents:

To qualify based on education, you MUST submit the requested degree and / or transcripts as verification of educational requirement by the closing date of this announcement. Failure to provide requested information, or the information is insufficient to verify eligibility, may result in disqualification for this position.

All Applicants:
• Residency and/or Work Permit
• Degree
• Certificate or License

Eligible Family Member Applicants:

• Copy of Sponsor’s Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent)
• Passport copy
• 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. Mission in Accra, Ghana.