U.S. Embassy in Ethiopia Consular Assistant - Non-Immigrant Visa Jobs
U.S. Embassy in Ethiopia Consular Assistant - Non-Immigrant Visa Jobs
Duties Incumbent serves as a Consular Assistant and process consular sections’ full Non-Immigrant visa services. Incumbent is responsible to screen consular applications according to applicable immigration laws and Department of State and Department of Homeland Security regulations, ensuring that they are complete and accurate.
Screens cases for fraud indicators and advises adjudicating officers. Advises the unit supervisor about daily/weekly/monthly priorities. Help in replying e-mail correspondence.
Serves as a subject matter expert on procedures and provides guidance to Correspondence Unit staff and other members of the staff on case work. Incumbent translates for consular officers at the time of interview.
Receive interview waiver applications, process, and print visas. Works with CSRA contractor in overall visa application process. Incumbent is directly supervised by local Senior Non-Immigrant Visa Assistant.
Qualifications and Evaluations
Requirements:
Experience: Two years of progressively responsible experience in administration, providing government services or para-professional work is required.
Note: Please upload all work experience copies of yours under "Other Document 1 or 2"
Education Requirements:
Education: Completion of high school education is required.
Note: Please upload all copies of your Education under "High School Diploma or equivalent"
Evaluations:
Language: English speaking, reading and writing - Level IV (Fluent) is required (This may be tested)
Amharic speaking, reading and writing - Level IV (Fluent) is required (This may be tested)
Skills and Abilities:
Incumbent must be able to operate IT and consular equipment and use consular automated systems. This includes basic knowledge of word processing and Excel and Access databases.
Must be able to use basic consular equipment such as PCs,
visa printers, photo and document scanners, wet and dry seals, and the microphone system.
Incumbent also uses copiers, a shredder, fax machines and telephone equipment. Basic numerical skill required for cashiering.
Must be able to apply USG and Ethiopian Law, regulations and policies to a wide variety of applications for immigration benefits.
Must be able to listen effectively and advise consular clients on how best to reach their goals. Must be patient with both clients and adjudicators.
Must be able to work steadily in a difficult environment and under considerable pressure from highly emotional clients.
Must be able to act in an ethical manner and be confident when dealing with clients. Must be flexible and able to work with all colleagues.
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.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; U.S. Embassy in Ethiopia Consular Assistant - Non-Immigrant Visa Jobs
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