The Special Projects Coordinator, working under the direct supervision of the Chief of Mission, is responsible for administering and publicizing, as appropriate, all aspects of the U.S. Ambassador’s Special Self-Help Fund
(SSH), the Democracy & Human Rights Fund II (DHRF), the PEPFAR Small Grants Program, the PEPFAR Gender Challenge Fund, and other small grants projects. These projects are generally small scale, distinct, short-term,
and intended to have a high impact.

Qualifications and Evaluations

Requirements:

All selected candidates must be able to obtain and hold a:

 

Law-Risk/Public Trust security clearance.

All selected candidates will be subject to a background investigation and may be subject to a pre-employment medical exam.
Selected candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time upon receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.

Education Requirements:

Two years’ post-secondary education.

Evaluations:

You will be evaluated against the qualifications and requirements in this vacancy announcement.
You may be asked to complete a pre-employment language or skills test.
You must complete the application form and provide the required documents.  Your application must address all the position qualifications and requirements including education, experience, language, and any knowledge/skills/abilities listed.  If you fail to submit a complete application, then your application may be disqualified for this position.

Qualifications:

Experience:

At least one year’s experience in grants management, project management, budget management, or government is required.

Language: 

English: Level 4 Fluent Speaking/Reading/Writing English is required. This may be tested.

Benefits and Other Info