• Required No. of Employee's : 1
• Salary : 0.00
• Duration of Employment : Full Time

• Prefered Sex : Male/Female
• Sector of Vacancy : POLITICS /GOVERNMENT

Qualification/Work Experience :

• Qualifications and Evaluations Requirements: EXPERIENCE: Must have at least 4 years of progressively more responsible experience in sales, economic research, business consulting, commercial banking, or related field. JOB KNOWLEDGE: Should have a thorough understanding of the Cameroonian economy and that of the sub region, including trade patterns, commercial practices, financing practices, organizations, major industries, etc. Should also have an awareness and an interest in politics and political science. Should have a thorough understanding of the "language" of business and economics, to successfully interact with the U.S. and Cameroonian business communities. Must be computer literate (intermediate) in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point, and internet. This may be tested. Education Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in political science, international relations, economics, law, or business administration is required. Evaluations: LANGUAGE: Fluency (Speaking/Reading/Writing) in English and French is required. This may be tested. SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Must be able to develop and maintain good working relationships with counterparts in order to reach upper-level contacts in Cameroon's public and private sectors for principals. Must be able to obtain, evaluate, and analyze commercial data to prepare reports. Must have excellent communication skills. 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. Qualified female applicants are encouraged to apply. Qualifications: All applicants under consideration will be required to pass U.S. Embassy Medical and Security certifications.

Job Description:

• Overview Hiring Path: • Open to the public Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency: For USEFM - FP is 05. Actual FP salary determined by Washington D.C. • All Interested Applicants / All Sources Security Clearance Required: Public Trust - Background Investigation Appointment Type Permanent Appointment Type Details: • Indefinite subject to successful completion of probationary period 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 upon receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end. Supervisory Position: No Relocation Expenses Reimbursed: No Back to top Duties Basic Function of the Position: Under the direction of the Director of the Embassy Branch Office in Douala (EBO), the Economic/Political/Commercial Assistant monitors and reports on developments in economic, political, and commercial affairs and assists with other Embassy and EBO-related activities as assigned. The employee will, under the direction of the EBO Director, provide information to U.S. and Cameroonian exporters, importers, and investors. Back to top Qualifications and Evaluations Requirements: EXPERIENCE: Must have at least 4 years of progressively more responsible experience in sales, economic research, business consulting, commercial banking, or related field. JOB KNOWLEDGE: Should have a thorough understanding of the Cameroonian economy and that of the sub region, including trade patterns, commercial practices, financing practices, organizations, major industries, etc. Should also have an awareness and an interest in politics and political science. Should have a thorough understanding of the "language" of business and economics, to successfully interact with the U.S. and Cameroonian business communities. Must be computer literate (intermediate) in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point, and internet. This may be tested. How to Apply How to Apply: All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a U.S. Embassy Security clearance. All candidates must provide proof that they are legally permitted to stay and work in the country. To apply for this position click the “Submit Application” button. For more information on how to apply visit the Mission internet site. Required Documents: Please provide the required documentation listed below with your application: Residency and/or Work Permit (if applicable) Degree (not transcript) DD-214 - Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable) SF-50 (if applicable) CNI or Passport copy (as applicable) Copy of Orders/Assignment Notification or equivalent (If applicable) Proof of experience Next Steps: Only applicants 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. Embassy Branch in Douala, Cameroon.

EMPLOYER : US Embassy

EMPLOYER'S LOCATION : Yaounde