The US Embassy in Port-au-Prince, Haiti is seeking individuals for the position of Program Assistant of Position in the Narcotic Affairs Section.

Basic Function of Position: Incumbent handles the Merida Initiative project and assists with other NAS program activities

Note: All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.
1. Degree in business or Program related field from an accredited University is required.
Must have at least 3 years of Management or Program experience
2. Level IV (fluent) English/French/Creole proficiency required, Level III (Good working knowledge) Spanish required.
3. Good Working knowledge of host government, the country of Haiti, general etiquette and social position and rank of the host country authorities.
4. Must have a high level knowledge of Microsoft word, Excel, Powerpoint and Outlook programs
5. Must have excellent interpersonal skills

Additional Selection Criteria
1. Management will consider nepotism/conflict of interest, budget, and residency status in determining full candidacy.
2. Current employees serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply.
3. Current employees US EFMs who hold a FMA appointment are ineligible to apply for advertised positions within the first 90 calendar days of their employment.
4. Currently employed NORs hired under a Personal Service Agreement (PSA) are ineligible to apply for advertised positions within the first 90 calendar days of their employment.

Note: All ordinarily resident Applicants must have the required work permit and/or residency permits to be eligible for consideration.

Selection Process
When equally qualified, US Citizen Eligible Family Members (AEFMs) and US Veterans will be given preference. Therefore, it is essential that the candidate address the required qualifications above in the application

To apply
Interested applicants for this position must submit the following or the application will not be considered.
1. Application for US Federal Employment (SF-171 or OF-612); or
2. A current resume or curriculum vitae that provides the same information as an OF-612; plus
3. Candidates who claims US Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form DD-214 with their application
4. Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards, copies of degrees earned) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.

2009-05-03