Newsletter Editor (CLO Communications Assistant) at U.S. Embassy to Kenya
- Announcement
Number: Nairobi-2026-057-EFM
- Hiring
Agency: Embassy Nairobi
- Position
Title: Newsletter Editor (CLO Communications Assistant)
- (Current
Employees of the Mission – All Agencies)
- Open
Period: 02/10/2026 – 03/08/2026
- Format:
MM/DD/YYYY
- Vacancy
Time Zone: GMT +3
- Series/Grade:
FP – 0105 8
- Promotion
Potential: FP-8
- Salary:
Not Specified
- Work
Schedule: Part-time (Up to 30 hours per week)
- Duty
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Basic Function of Position
Works under the supervision and direction of the Community
Liaison Office (CLO) Coordinator; the CLO Communications Assistant has no
supervisory responsibilities. The CLO Communications Assistant is responsible
for producing a weekly newsletter “The Roar” and managing website and social
media content to promote Mission events and community wellbeing. Develops
editorial calendar, organizes online content, and improves communication by
maintaining mission-wide events calendar. Provides community members most current
information available regarding life, activities, and events in Nairobi.
Assists the CLO in the development, execution, and management of post programs
to foster and maintain high morale of community members. Requires Public Trust
Clearance.
Qualifications and Evaluations
Requirements:
- EXPERIENCE: Minimum
of 2 years of work experience in education, administration, public
relations, media/communication, marketing or public/community outreach is
required.
JOB KNOWLEDGE:
- Pre-hire
(Operational):
- Must
understand and know how to design and update online media platforms
including Face Book and web pages. Must be familiar with the general
culture of the country, have information on interesting places in order to
plan trips for the American community at the Mission. Have knowledge of
civic and educational activities available.
Post-hire (Organizational):
- Ability
to identify, assess and conceptualize how best to use the full range of
information the Embassy Community needs or wants to move morale and the
community in positive way. Must have good knowledge of Department of State
and Mission Nairobi activities and electronic communication delivery
systems.
Education Requirements:
- Completion
of Secondary School is required.
American Citizen Services (ACS) Assistant at U.S. Embassy to Kenya
Major Duties and
Responsibilities
Special Consular Services (40%)
- With
limited direction, the incumbent must handle a variety of ACS cases
including deaths, arrests, destitution and repatriation cases, psychiatric
and medical emergencies, child custody, abduction and welfare and
whereabouts checks.
- With
experience, the employee develops expertise in recognizing U.S. citizens
in need of assistance and uses good judgment and tact to provide
services. The incumbent must have good knowledge of both Kenyan and
Somali law and society, knowledge of Department guidelines, and a good
understanding of the workings of the State Department, other agencies at
post, and other government bodies.
- The
employee frequently accompanies an American officer on jail or hospital
visits, welfare and whereabouts visits involving child custody and
International Parental Child Abduction (IPCA) cases, or to meeting with
government and other officials. The employee may accompany an
American officer to cities throughout Kenya and Somali to assist with
consular outreach and emergency and routine services.
- The
employee maintains contacts with deputy-level officials from government
bodies to assist U.S. citizens in times of crisis and with relevant
offices in the Bureau of Consular Affairs and other agencies at post
including FBI, DHS and ICE. The incumbent advises the ACS LES Team Lead
and 03 ACS Unit Chief on cases of suspected fraud or criminal activity.
Routine Consular Services (40%)
- Handles
passport and citizenship cases, accepting passport applications (both
first-time and renewals, both regular and diplomatic) and consular report
of birth (CRBA) applications and delivering newly issued documents to
applicants or a contracted courier service.
- The
incumbent is knowledgeable about Department regulations that apply to
these services and Kenyan and Somali law, respective to related
citizenship and immigration matters, and exercises discretion in bringing
cases involving suspected fraud of child custody disputes to the attention
of supervisors as appropriate.
- Ensures
disposal and storage of records, applications and other information in
accordance with FAM guidelines and other regulations.
- Responsible
for dispersing Federal Benefits (FB) checks to recipients in the consular
district, accepting certain (FB) applications and conducting
verifications. Monitors and enrolls registration requests of U.S. citizens
for STEP overseas traveler program.
Contact and Resource Development, Correspondence and
translation (20%)
- Research,
identify, and develop relationships with contacts including, but not
limited to, government officials, airline representatives, funeral homes,
police, and others who can provide assistance to U.S. citizens during
personal or large scale emergencies. Conduct outreach to U.S. citizens on
the importance of documenting new children, how to vote overseas and
facilitating delivering ballots to the United Sates.
- Respond
to telephone, email and written correspondence to U.S. citizen questions
congressional inquiries and triage emergency cases. Recruit and
develop relationships with U.S. Citizen Liaison Volunteers (CLV) for Kenya
and Somalia and coordinate Post’s American Liaison Network (ALN) to
disseminate information and assist U.S. citizens.
- Provide
translation from Somali or Kiswahili to officers providing services and in
meetings or during phone conversations. Must also read review, and
translate documents in Kiswahili or Somali for officers.
- Note:
This position description in no way states or implies that these are the
only duties to be performed by incumbent. Incumbent will be required to
perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Qualifications and Evaluations:
EXPERIENCE:
- Minimum
two years of administrative work, case management, or customer service
work experience is required.
Knowledge
- Knowledge
of local cultural, social, and legal environment.
- Education
Requirements:
- Completion
of high school.
- Completion
of two years of college or university studies is required.
Driver/ Expeditor at U.S. Embassy to Kenya
- Announcement
Number: Nairobi-2026-043
- Hiring
Agency: Embassy Nairobi
- Position
Title:Driver/ Expeditor
- Open
Period:01/23/2026 – 02/06/2026
- Vacancy
Time Zone:GMT+3Series/Grade:LE – 1015 5
- Salary:
KES KSh1,767,533 – KES KSh3,004,821 /Per Year
- Work
Schedule: Full-time – 48 hours per week
- Duty
Location(s): 1 Vacancy in, Nairobi, KE
Major duties and responsibilities
- Escorts
couriers and pouches between the aircraft and embassy. Maintains good
rapport with airline security authorities and obtains their assistance, if
needed, in order to maintain uninterrupted courier operations through
Nairobi when security circumstances change. When acting as an expediter
assists in reformulating flight plans and booking tickets when regularly
scheduled courier trips are disrupted due to unforeseen circumstances.
When required, pays for the transport of diplomatic pouches and is familiar
with cargo capacity of different aircraft. Is responsible for the regular
maintenance of NRDCH vehicles.
- Obtains
necessary customs clearances for diplomatic cargo arriving at Nairobi
International Airport.
- When
crossing international borders is expected to have the correct paperwork
including the vehicle paperwork and personal passport in order.
- Note:
“This position description in no way states or implies that these are the
only duties to be performed by incumbent. Incumbent will be required to
perform other duties as assigned by the agency.”
Qualifications and Evaluations
- Requirements:
- All
selected candidates must be able to obtain and hold a 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.
- All
candidates must hold a valid Kenyan Driver’s License
- All
candidates must hold a valid Passport
Education Requirements:
- High
School Education is required.
American Citizen Services (ACS) Assistant (Somali) at U.S. Embassy to Kenya
- Announcement
Number:Nairobi-2026-042
- Hiring
Agency: Embassy Nairobi
- Position
Title: American Citizen Services (ACS) Assistant (Somali)
- Open
Period: 01/23/2026 – 02/05/2026
- Vacancy
Time Zone: GMT+3Series/Grade:LE – 1420
- Salary:
KES KSh2,632,247 – KES KSh4,474,828 /Per Year
- Work
Schedule: Full-time – 40 hour work weekPromotion Potential:LE-8
- Duty
Location(s): 1 Vacancy in Nairobi, KE
Duties
The American Citizen Services (ACS) Assistant provides both
passport, citizenship, and special consular services for U.S. citizens in
Post’s consular district. Serves as one of the primary points of contact
for U.S. citizens in the consular district and maintains a network
of public and private sector contacts who may be able to
assist U.S. citizens. Communicates directly with citizenship
applicants and U.S. citizens in distress and assists in the preparation of emergency
messaging and website updates. Works with the ACS Chief, consular
officers and other Post staff on crisis preparedness and response.
Performs administrative duties and supports other consular section units as
required.
Qualifications and Evaluations:
- Minimum
two years of administrative work, case management, or customer service
work experience is required.
Knowledge
- Knowledge
of local cultural, social, and legal environment.
Education Requirements:
- Completion
of high school.
- Completion
of two years of college or university studies is required
- Documentation
of same must be submitted.
Security Support Assistant at U.S. Embassy to Kenya
Job Vacancy Announcement
- Announcement
Number: Nairobi-2025-039
- Hiring
Agency: Embassy Nairobi
- Position
Title: Security Support Assistant – All Interested
Applicants
- Open
Period: January 14, 2026 – January 28, 2026
(Format: MM/DD/YYYY) - Vacancy
Time Zone: GMT +3
- Series
/ Grade: LE – 0710 / LE-4
- Salary: KES 1,504,499
– 2,662,955 per year
- Work
Schedule: Full-time (45 hours per week)
- Promotion
Potential: LE-4
- Duty
Location(s): 2 Vacancies – Nairobi
Duties
The incumbent provides security support to the Regional
Security Office (RSO) by collecting, documenting and writing/submitting
situation and incident reports in order for RSO personnel to have the most
recent security data available. The Security Support Assistant will be called
upon to brief RSO personnel with clear and concise reports on trending criminal
tactics/techniques and latest open source collection and tabulation of security
activities. The position entails extended periods of time outdoors and the
incumbent will also be used for other security tasks as directed.
Security Support (90% of time)
- Job
holder is responsible for conducting security analysis within an assigned
area.
- Job
holder’s primary duties include identifying suspicious activity and
submits information to support analysis; engages in close observation to
identify and report potential threat directed against U.S. Government
facilities, employees, family members, and residences. Job holder
initiates emergency responses to possible threats, as necessary, to
safeguard life and property.
Reporting (10% of time)
- Job
holder makes verbal and written reports on findings to the responsible
supervisory security personnel. May be required to maintain records
and/or perform data entry into software applications.
Qualifications and Evaluations
EXPERIENCE:
- A
minimum of one (1) year of military, police, or private experience in the
field of security required.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Must
have a valid driver’s license
- Must
be able to write clear and understandable reports
- Must
have knowledge of local customs and local laws.
- Must
be able to work in different shifts and during inclement weather
conditions.
- Must
have good data entry skills. Must be able to use cameras.
- Must
be competent in MS Office software applications
Consular Associate (USEFMs Only)
U.S. Embassy Nairobi
- Announcement
Number: Nairobi-2025-056-EFM
- Hiring
Agency: U.S. Embassy Nairobi
- Position
Title: Consular Associate
- Series/Grade: FP-1405
| FP-06 / FP-07 / FP-08
- Promotion
Potential: FP-06
- Employment
Type: Full-time (40 hours per week)
- Appointment
Type: Permanent (Definite – Not to Exceed 5 Years)
- Duty
Station: Nairobi, Kenya
- Telework
Eligible: No
- Security
Clearance: Secret / Confidential
- Hiring
Path: Open to the Public (USEFMs Only)
- Open
Period: December 11 – December 21, 2025
- Vacancies: 1
Position
Position Summary
Under the direct supervision of a Consular Officer, the
Consular Associate supports operations across the American Citizen Services
(ACS), Nonimmigrant Visa (NIV), Immigrant Visa, and/or Fraud Prevention Unit
(FPU). The role involves providing consular services to U.S. citizens,
processing non-adjudicatory visa applications, assisting with investigations
and validation studies, and handling official correspondence with the public,
attorneys, U.S. and host government agencies, and Congress.
Anticipated Start Date: Late January 2026
(subject to clearances and authorization).
Key Responsibilities
- Provide
consular services to U.S. citizens
- Support
visa processing (non-adjudicatory)
- Assist
in fraud prevention and validation activities
- Manage
official correspondence and documentation
- Accurately
input and review data in consular systems
Qualifications
Experience
- FP-06:
Minimum 3 years of office administrative experience, including at least 1
year of consular experience
- FP-07
(Training Level): Minimum 2 years of office administrative experience
- FP-08
(Training Level): Minimum 1 year of office administrative experience
Preference will be given to candidates meeting the full performance level.
Education
- High
School completion required
Language
- English
Level IV (Fluent) – Speaking, Reading & Writing
Skills & Competencies
- Strong
data accuracy and error-detection skills
- Proficiency
in MS Office and database management
- Excellent
organizational, communication, and writing skills
- Sound
judgment and tact when dealing with sensitive cases
- Ability
to learn and apply U.S. and host-country laws and regulations
- Strong
interpersonal and customer service skills
- Ability
to obtain and maintain a DOS Secret Security Clearance
Additional Information
- Supervisory
Role: No
- Relocation
Expenses: Not reimbursed
- Travel
Required: No
Information Management Assistant (USEFMs Only) at U.S. Embassy to Kenya
Information Management Assistant (USEFMs Only) at the
U.S. Embassy Nairobi
- Announcement
Number: Nairobi-2025-054-EFM
- Hiring
Agency: Embassy Nairobi
- Position
Title: Information Management Assistant (USEFMs Only)
- Open
Period: October 8, 2025 – October 22, 2025
- Vacancy
Time Zone: GMT+3
- Series/Grade: FP
– 1805 7
- Salary: (USD)
$0 Per Year (Actual FP salary determined by Washington D.C.)
- Work
Schedule: Full-time (40 hours per week)
- Promotion
Potential: FP-7
- Duty
Location(s): 1 Vacancy in Nairobi, Kenya
- Telework
Eligible: No
Summary
The U.S. Embassy in Nairobi is seeking eligible and
qualified U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs) for
the position of Information Management Assistant. The successful
candidate will serve as part of the Diplomatic Technology (DT) Customer
Engagement team, providing front-line IT and customer service support to
embassy staff. This position requires a Top Secret Security Clearance.
Start Date: Candidate must be able to begin
working within a reasonable period (4 weeks) after receiving agency
authorization and/or security clearance.
Supervisory Position: No
Relocation Expenses Reimbursed: No
Travel Required: Not Required
Duties and Responsibilities
The Information Management Assistant (Diplomatic
Technology Assistant) is responsible for providing first-level IT support,
responding to customer inquiries both in person and through remote
communication channels such as email, chat, and self-service request systems.
The role requires limited system administration privileges to resolve user
issues and maintain system functionality in both classified and unclassified
environments.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
- Service
Desk Support, Operations, and Systems Administration (70%)
Provide user support on classified and unclassified systems, assist with user accounts, troubleshoot IT issues, and collaborate with technical teams to resolve complex problems. - Event
& VIP IT Support (15%)
Offer on-site IT support for official and high-level events. - Training,
Knowledge Management, and Cybersecurity (15%)
Conduct user training, promote cybersecurity awareness, and support knowledge management initiatives.
Note: The incumbent may be assigned additional duties as
required by the agency.
Qualifications and Evaluations
Requirements
- Experience: At
least 2 years of experience in an office or
administrative setting providing IT or customer support, including use of
office productivity tools and troubleshooting applications.
- Education: Successful
completion of at least two years of full-time post-secondary study at
a college or university.
Language
- English: Level
IV (Fluent) – speaking, reading, and writing (this may be tested).
Skills and Abilitie
- Proficiency
in Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, or OpenOffice.
- Strong
problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability
to work with people from diverse cultural and technical backgrounds.
- Eagerness
to learn and develop hands-on technical skills.
- Position
requires Top Secret clearance.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair
treatment to all employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national
origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual
orientation.
Benefits and Other Information
- Agency
Benefits: Discussed directly with the Human Resources Office.
- Pay
Plan: Determined at the time of the conditional offer.
Hiring Preference Selection Process
Preference will be given in the following order:
- AEFM /
USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran
- AEFM /
USEFM
- FS on
LWOP and CS with reemployment rights
Applicants claiming Veterans’ Preference must submit
supporting documentation (e.g., DD-214 or certification letter).
Application Deadline: October 22, 2025
Consular Associate (USEFMs Only) at U.S. Embassy to Kenya
Consular Associate – U.S. Embassy Nairobi
- Announcement
Number: Nairobi-2025-053-EFM
- Hiring
Agency: U.S. Embassy Nairobi
- Position
Title: Consular Associate (USEFMs Only)
- Open
Period: 08 October 2025 – 22 October 2025
- Work
Schedule: Part-time – 20 hours per week
- Promotion
Potential: FP-6
- Series/Grade: FP
– 1405 7/8
- Duty
Location: 1 Vacancy in Nairobi, Kenya
- Telework
Eligible: No
Overview
Who May Apply:
This position is open to U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs) – All
Agencies.
For USEFM – FS is FP. Actual FS salary will be determined by Washington D.C.
- Appointment
Type: Definite – Not to Exceed 5 Years
- Security
Clearance Required: Secret / Confidential Clearance
- Supervisory
Position: No
- Relocation
Expenses Reimbursed: No
- Travel
Required: Not Required
Start Date:
The selected candidate must be able to begin work within a reasonable period of
time following receipt of agency authorization and/or
clearances/certifications.
Position Summary
Under the direct supervision of a Consular Officer, the
Consular Associate performs a wide range of responsibilities in the American
Citizen Services (ACS) Unit, Nonimmigrant Visa (NIV) Unit, Immigrant Visa Unit,
and/or Fraud Prevention Unit (FPU).
The incumbent provides consular services to U.S. citizens,
conducts non-adjudicatory visa processing, assists in investigations and
validation studies, and handles correspondence with the public, attorneys, U.S.
and host government officials, and other stakeholders.
This position requires the ability to secure and maintain a
Secret-level security clearance.
Qualifications and Requirements
Experience:
- Minimum
two (2) years of office administration experience (for FP-07 level), OR
- One
(1) year of office administration experience (for FP-08 level).
Education:
- Completion
of High School is required.
Language:
- Level
IV (Fluent) in English (Speaking, Reading, Writing) is required.
Skills and Abilities:
- Proficiency
in MS Office Suite and general computer applications.
- Strong
organizational, filing, and communication skills.
- Ability
to draft official correspondence and reports.
- Accuracy
in data entry and error detection in consular systems.
- Tact,
discretion, and sound judgment in dealing with the public under sensitive
circumstances.
- Ability
to learn and apply U.S. and host-country laws and regulations.
- Must
be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair
treatment in employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national
origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual
orientation.
Benefits
For USEFMs, benefits should be discussed directly with the
Human Resources Office.
The pay plan will be assigned upon issuance of the conditional offer letter.
Hiring Preference Order
- AEFM
/ USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran
- AEFM
/ USEFM
- FS on
LWOP and CS with reemployment rights
Applicants claiming Veterans Preference must submit a copy
of their DD-214 or equivalent documentation.
How to Apply
All applicants must be able to obtain and hold a Secret
Clearance.
Required Documents:
- Proof
of Education (Certificate/Diploma)
- Resume/CV
- Supporting
documents as applicable (DD-214, SF-50, etc.)
Failure to provide the required documents by the closing
date may result in disqualification.
Application Deadline: 22nd October 2025
ogistician at U.S. Embassy to Kenya
Basic Function of the Position:
Provides technical security support and services to posts in
its respective geographic region. Manages the ESC/ESO inventory and is
responsible for supply chain management, logistics operations, procurement, and
inventory reconciliation of technical systems and equipment maintained by the
ESC/ESO at its post of residence and constituent posts throughout the region.
Assists with office administrative duties, travel arrangements, and tracking
the office travel budget.
Qualifications and Evaluations
Requirements:
- EXPERIENCE:
At least three (3) years of logistics and/or administrative experience
gained in an office setting is required.
- Knowledge
of basic administrative office skills and customer service.
Education Requirements:
- Completion
of high school, secondary school or equivalent academic qualification is
required.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Organizational
ability, written communications, travel preparation and planning skills.
- Detail
oriented, resourceful, self-motivated and have the ability to work
independently.
- Excellent
interpersonal and team working skills.
- Ability
to work under pressure, meet deadlines, multitask and prioritize
workloads.
- Due to
the frequent requirement to move materials, must be capable of handling
boxes weighing up to 50 lbs.
- Proficient
in computer programs used by the Department of State including Microsoft
Office suite (Excel, Outlook, Word).
- Ability
to hold a Secret clearance.
Consular Associate — (USEFMs only)
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 of receipt of agency authorization and/or
clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end. Post management is
temporarily suspending the use of Highest Previous Rate (HPR) to establish
initial salaries at levels above Step one of the grade
- Salary:Not
Specified
- Series/Grade:FP
– 1405 – 6/7/8
- Agency:Embassy
Nairobi
- Position
Info:
- Location:Nairobi,
KE
- Close
Date:
(MM/DD/YYYY)09/01/2025
Human Resources Assistant (USDH Portfolio) – USEFMs Only
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 of receipt of agency authorization and/or
clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end. Post management is
temporarily suspending the use of Highest Previous Rate (HPR) to establish
initial salaries at levels above Step one of the grade…
- Salary:(USD)
$52,864 – (USD) $77,632/Biweekly
- Series/Grade:FP
– 0305 – 7
- Agency:Embassy
Nairobi
- Position
Info:
- Location:Nairobi,
KE
- Close
Date:
(MM/DD/YYYY)09/01/2025
Political Assistant with substitution – USEFMs ONLY
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 receipt of agency authorization and/or
clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end. Post management is
temporarily suspending the use of Highest Previous Rate (HPR) to establish
initial salaries at levels above Step one of the grade of the…
- Salary:Not
Specified
- Series/Grade:FP
– 1605 – 5
- Agency:Embassy
Nairobi
- Position
Info:
- Location:Nairobi,
KE
- Close
Date:
(MM/DD/YYYY)09/01/2025
Roving Secretary (Administrative Assistant) – USEFMs Only
The work schedule for this position is: WAE – Intermittent
Start date: Candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period
of time of receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or
their candidacy may end. Post management is temporarily suspending the use of
Highest Previous Rate (HPR) to establish initial salaries at levels above Step
one of the grade of the position….
- Salary:Not
Specified
- Series/Grade:FP
– 0120 – 8
- Agency:Embassy
Nairobi
- Position
Info:
- Location:Nairobi,
KE
- Close
Date:
(MM/DD/YYYY)09/01/2025
Roving Secretary (Administrative Assistant) – USEFMs Only
The work schedule for this position is: WAE – Intermittent
Start date: Candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period
of time of receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or
their candidacy may end. Post management is temporarily suspending the use of
Highest Previous Rate (HPR) to establish initial salaries at levels above Step
one of the grade of the position..
- Salary:Not
Specified
- Series/Grade:FP
– 0120 – 7
- Agency:Embassy
Nairobi
- Position
Info:
- Location:Nairobi,
KE
- Close
Date:
(MM/DD/YYYY)09/01/2025
ECONOMIC ASSISTANT – USEFMs ONLY
The work schedule for this position is: 32 – 40 hours per
week Start date: Candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable
period of time (4 weeks) of receipt of agency authorization and/or
clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end. Post management is
temporarily suspending the use of Highest Previous Rate (HPR) to establish
initial salaries at levels above Step one of the grade…
- Salary:Not
Specified
- Series/Grade:FP
– 1505 – 6
- Agency:Embassy
Nairobi
- Position
Info:
- Location:Nairobi,
KE
- Close
Date:
(MM/DD/YYYY)09/01/2025
Political Assistant with Substitution at U.S. Embassy to Kenya
Duties
The Political Associate is responsible for a broad range of
analytical reporting, information gathering, and advocacy on host country
political issues. Assists the political section in developing policies and
programs for the host country, taking into account local social and political
conditions and trends and U.S. objectives. Must be able to obtain and hold a
Top Secret clearance for handling classified information.
EXPERIENCE:
Option 1
Education: A bachelor’s degree in political
science, law, journalism, international relations, or public policy is
required.
EXPERIENCE: At least three years in a job involving
research, analysis, advocacy, and/or program management on issues related to
political science, national security, international business and economics,
international relations, education, human rights, communications, law, or
development is required.
OR
Option 2
Education: 2 years of college/university studies
EXPERIENCE: At least five years in a job involving research,
analysis, advocacy, and/or program management on issues related to political
science, national security, international business and economics, international
relations, education, human rights, communications, law, or development is
required.
OR
Option 3
Education: High School diploma
EXPERIENCE: At least seven years in a job involving
research, analysis, advocacy, and/or program management on issues related to
political science, national security, international business and economics,
international relations, education, human rights, communications, law, or
development is required
JOB KNOWLEDGE: Extensive knowledge and
understanding of U.S. foreign policy objectives in Kenya, particularly related
to democratic and governance sector is required. Thorough knowledge and deep
understanding of Kenyan political institutions and social and development issues
is required. Good understanding of host country constitution, laws, and legal
decisions related to human rights issues, political trends and the operations
of NGOs in the democracy and governance sector is required.
Education Requirements:
Option 1
- Education: A
bachelor’s degree in political science, law, journalism, international
relations, or public policy is required.
- EXPERIENCE:
At least three years in a job involving research, analysis, advocacy,
and/or program management on issues related to political science, national
security, international business and economics, international relations,
education, human rights, communications, law, or development is required.
OR
Option 2
- Education:
2 years of college/university studies
- EXPERIENCE:
At least five years in a job involving research, analysis, advocacy,
and/or program management on issues related to political science, national
security, international business and economics, international relations,
education, human rights, communications, law, or development is required.
OR
Option 3
- Education:
High School diploma
- EXPERIENCE:
At least seven years in a job involving research, analysis, advocacy,
and/or program management on issues related to political science, national
security, international business and economics, international relations,
education, human rights, communications, law, or development is
requiredEvaluations:
LANGUAGE: English Level 4 – Fluent;
written/spoken, including the ability to translate.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Strong oral and written
communication skills are required to develop and maintain relationships with
external contacts, analyze and report on human rights and political issues, and
provide policy and program recommendations to Embassy officials. Strong organizational
skills. Must be able to work in a fast-paced, high productivity environment
independently with limited supervision of day-to-day activities.
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.
Administrative Clerk (Security Escort) – USEFMs Only
The work schedule for this position is Part Time (20 number
of hours per week) Start date: This position may not open until Summer 2025.
Candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time of
receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their
candidacy may end.
Salary:Not Specified
Series/Grade:FP – 0105 – 9
Agency:Embassy Nairobi
Position Info:
Location:Nairobi, KE
Close Date:
(MM/DD/YYYY)08/05/2025
Announcement #: Nairobi-2025-040-EFM
Information Management Assistant – USEFMs Only
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 (4 weeks) of receipt of agency authorization and/or
clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.
Salary:(USD) $0/Per Year
Series/Grade:FP – 1805 – 7
Agency:Embassy Nairobi
Position Info:
Location:Nairobi, KE
Close Date:
(MM/DD/YYYY)08/05/2025
Announcement #: Nairobi-2025-041 EFM
Mailroom Supervisor – USEFMs Only
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 of receipt of agency authorization and/or
clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.
Salary:Not Specified
Series/Grade:FP – 0130 – 7
Agency:Embassy Nairobi
Position Info:
Location:Nairobi, KE
Close Date:
(MM/DD/YYYY)08/05/2025
Announcement #: Nairobi-2025-042-EFM
Residential Security Coordinator (USEFMs Only)
The work schedule for this position is: Full Time 40 hours
per week Start date: This position is anticipated to open Summer 2025.
Candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time of
receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their
candidacy may end.
Salary:Not Specified
Series/Grade:FP – 0701 – 7
Agency:Embassy Nairobi
Position Info:
Location:Nairobi, KE
Close Date:
(MM/DD/YYYY)08/10/2025
Announcement #: Nairobi-2025-044-EFM PT
Consular Associate — (USEFMs only)
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 of receipt of agency authorization and/or
clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.
Salary:Not Specified
Series/Grade:FP – 1405 – 6/7/8
Agency:Embassy Nairobi
Position Info:
Location:Nairobi, KE
Close Date:
(MM/DD/YYYY)08/11/2025
Announcement #: Nairobi-2025-043-EFM
Consular Associate — (USEFMs only)
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 of receipt of agency authorization and/or
clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.
Salary:Not Specified
Series/Grade:FP – 1405 – 6/7/8
Agency:Embassy Nairobi
Position Info:
Location:Nairobi, KE
Close Date:
(MM/DD/YYYY)08/11/2025
Registered Nurse – Part Time (USEFMs ONLY)
- Announcement
Number:Nairobi-2025-034-EF
- Hiring
Agency:Embassy Nairobi
- Position
Title:Registered Nurse – Part Time (USEFMs ONLY)
- Open
Period:07/16/2025 – 07/24/2025
- Series/Grade:FP
– 0510 5
- Salary:USD
$33,073.5 – USD $48,570 /Per Year
- Work
Schedule:Part-time – 20 hours per week.
- Promotion
Potential:FP-5
- Duty
Location(s):1 Vacancy in Nairobi, KE
Community Liaison Office Coordinator (USEFMs Only)
The work schedule for this position is: Full Time 40 hrs per
week. Start date: Candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable
period of time of receipt of agency authorization and/or
clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.
- Salary:(USD)
$66,147 – (USD) $97,140/Per Year
- Series/Grade:FP
– 0105 – 5
- Agency:Embassy
Nairobi
- Position
Info:
- Location:Nairobi,
KE
- Close
Date: (MM/DD/YYYY)07/31/2025
Human Resources Assistant (USDH Portfolio) – USEFMs Only
The work schedule for this position is: Full Time, 40 hours
per week Start date: This position is anticipated to open Summer 2025.
Candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time of
receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their
candidacy may end.
- Salary:(USD)
$52,864 – (USD) $77,632/Biweekly
- Series/Grade:FP
– 0305 – 7
- Agency:Embassy
Nairobi
- Position
Info:
- Location:Nairobi,
KE
- Close
Date: (MM/DD/YYYY)08/01/2025