Chauffeur/Purchasing Clerk – US Embassy Botswana

Job Description

The Human Resources (HR) Office in at the U.S. Embassy in Gaborone manages the Employment Program for all agencies represented in the Mission, including jobs located in Selebi Phikwe and Gaborone.

The HR Office uses Electronic Recruitment Application (ERA), to advertise its positions.  At this site you will find a list of U.S. Embassy’s vacant positions and instructions to log on and apply.  Candidates interested in applying for these positions must apply via the ERA site and follow the application instructions to submit an application. See introduction to ERA on YouTube. Please also refer to the Applicant User Manual (PDF 2.1MB) for more guidelines.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The U.S. Mission in Botswana 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. The U.S. Government also strives to achieve equal employment opportunity in all personnel operations through continuing diversity enhancement programs.

About

Announcement Number:Gaborone-2024-004Hiring Agency:Embassy GaboronePosition Title:Chauffeur/Purchasing Clerk (All interested Applicants/All Sources)Open Period: 02/23/2024 – 03/08/2024

Format MM/DD/YYYY

Vacancy Time Zone: GMT+2 Series/Grade: LE – 1015 4 Salary: BWP P133,141 /Per Year Work Schedule: Full-time – • All Interested Applicants / All Sources Promotion Potential: LE-5 Duty Location(s): 1 Vacancy in

Gaborone, BC

Telework Eligible: No For More Info: HR Section
000-000-0000
[email protected]

Overview

Hiring Path: • Open to the public
Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency: For USEFM – FP is XX.  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 (45  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.

Supervisory Position: No Relocation Expenses Reimbursed: No Travel Required: Not Required

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Duties

The incumbent serves as chauffeur/purchasing agent and is required to drive relay station personnel on frequent trips within Botswana and neighboring countries. Performs purchasing agent and clerical tasks at the USAGM.  Incumbent is required to drive visiting high ranking officials from the Agency on occasion for Embassy officials. Required to pick up and deliver local mail, pouch, requisitioned supplies and important documents in Botswana and neighboring countries. Completes daily trip tickets. Is capable of performing minor mechanical repairs should vehicle experience problems on the long trips.

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Qualifications and Evaluations

Requirements:

EXPERIENCE:

Three years of professional driving experience is required one year or more of experience in clerical work.

JOB KNOWLEDGE:

Entry-level working knowledge of procedures, and instructions which apply to USG procurement functions. Some knowledge of local market sources of supply, availability and pricing practices.

Education Requirements:

Completion of secondary school is required.

Evaluations:

Post may choose to add the phrase “This may be tested” after a language, skill, and/or ability.  Review the VA template for specific information.

LANGUAGE:

English level III (Good working knowledge) Reading/Writing/Speaking is required.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Must Must possess valid vehicle operator’s license; must have entry level proficiency in typing. (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.

Qualifications:

All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications.

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Benefits and Other Info

Benefits: Agency Benefits:

Locally Employed Staff, including Members of Household (MOHs), and Third-Country Nationals (TCNs), working at the U.S. Mission in (insert post and/or country name) may receive a compensation package that may include health, separation, and other benefits.

For EFMs, benefits should be discussed with the Human Resources Office.

The pay plan is assigned at the time of the conditional offer letter by the HR Office.

Other Information:

HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS:  Applicants in the following hiring preference categories are extended a hiring preference in the order listed below.  Therefore, it is essential that these applicants accurately describe their status on the application. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not eligible for a hiring preference.

HIRING PREFERENCE ORDER:
1. AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*
2. AEFM / USEFM
3. FS on LWOP and CS with reemployment rights **

* IMPORTANT:  Applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of their most recent DD-214 (“Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty”), Letter from Veterans’ Affairs which indicates the present existence of a service-connected disability dated within the past six months, equivalent documentation, or certification.  A “certification” is any written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions within 120 days after the certification is submitted by the applicant. The certification letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service.  Acceptable documentation must be submitted in order for the preference to be given.

** This level of preference applies to all Foreign Service employees on LWOP and CS with re-employment rights back to their agency or bureau.

For more information (i.e., what is an EFM, USEFM, AEFM, MOH, etc.?) and for additional employment considerations, please visit the following link.

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How to Apply

How to Apply:

All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a Public Trust clearance.

To apply for this position click the “Submit Application” button.  For more information on how to apply visit the Mission internet site.

https://erajobs.state.gov/dos-era/bwa/vacancysearch/searchVacancies.hms

Required Documents:

To qualify based on education, you MUST submit the requested degree and / or transcripts as verification of educational requirement by the closing date of this announcement. Failure to provide requested information, or the information is insufficient to verify eligibility, may result in disqualification for this position.

All Applicants:

•     Secondary School Certificate

•    Curriculum Vitae

•    Copy of Drivers License

• C   Eligible Family Member Applicants:
  Copy of Sponsor’s Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent)
  • Passport copy
  • DD-214 – Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)
  • SF-50 (if applicable)

Next Steps:

Applicants who are 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. Mission in Gaborone, Botswana.