Public engagement assistant

04 Ноября

Партнерские Вакансии

Компания "Посольство соединенных штатов Америки"

Responsibilities:

• The Public Engagement Assistant (Emerging Voices) supports the coordination and implementation of exchange programs designed to advance U.S. foreign policy goals with individuals and institutions in Embassy Tashkent’s EV audience sectors, such as university students, women entrepreneurs, and disability rights advocates. Works under the direct supervision of the EV Specialist and supports a broad range of activities to maintain contact with exchange program participants and alumni of all EV activities and initiatives. Is responsible for setting up pre-departure and orientation briefings for exchange participants, debriefings and meetings upon return, and, for inbound American exchange participants, arrival arrangements, accommodations, visa coordination and orientations. Position will also assist with Education Outreach, Experiential Learning, and Alumni Engagement activities. Has no supervisory responsibilities.
• Works with the EV Specialist to implement and coordinate exchanges and activities that involve EV audiences and to expand the Embassy’s access to opinion leaders and to Uzbekistani academic and intellectual communities. Manages Uzbekistani-specific logistical aspects of inbound and outbound exchange programs for EV audiences. Assists the EV Exchanges and Alumni Coordinator and other colleagues to ensure the proper announcement, recruitment, and selection processes for major exchange programs, and helps coordinate Department of State (DOS)-funded programs and develop Mission-designed, exchange activities.
• Ensures incoming participants are met, briefed, and that travel to host institutions is arranged. Responsible for the smooth communication between Uzbekistani institutions, incoming scholars, and the Embassy. Solves problems dealing with potential host institutions’ deficiencies or participant issues or perceptions. Organizes debriefings for participants and Uzbekistani implementers at the conclusion of exchange programs.

Requirements:

• Three years of experience is required, with communications, public engagement management, or education duties as components of the work. Prior experience in an international, academic, or governmental work environment is required.
• Must have general knowledge of project management, including defining project objectives, outcomes, and assessment methods.

• Fluent level - Reading/Writing/Speaking in ENGLISH is required.

  Fluent level - Reading/Writing/Speaking in RUSSIAN or UZBEK is required.

  Good working knowledge level - Reading/Writing/Speaking in UZBEK or RUSSIAN is required.

Terms:

• With starting salary $934/biweekly ($24,286/annually).
• All selected candidates must be able to obtain a security clearance.