EFM – Consular Associate job at The U.S. Mission in Uganda

The U.S. Mission in Uganda is seeking eligible and qualified Eligible Family Member (EFM) applicants for the position of Consular Associate. Below is a summary of the job details:

Position Overview:
• Work Schedule: Part-time (20 hours per week)
• Start Date: Must begin within 4 weeks of receiving authorization or clearances.
• Supervisory Role: No.

Duties:
The role involves providing consular services under the supervision of the Consular Officer, which includes:
• Supporting the American Citizen Services (ACS) Unit, Nonimmigrant Visa (NIV) Unit, Immigrant Visa Unit, and Fraud Prevention Unit (FPU).

• Assisting with visa processing and investigations.

• Handling correspondence with various stakeholders (public, attorneys, governments, Congress, etc.).
• Securing and maintaining a Secret-level security clearance.

Qualifications:
• Education: High school diploma required.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years in office administration.
• Language: Fluent in English (Level IV proficiency; may be tested).
• Skills:
o Data input with accuracy.
o Proficiency in MS Office and database management.
o Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
o Ability to handle sensitive situations with tact and apply complex regulations.
o Must qualify for a DOS Secret Security clearance.

Evaluation and Certifications:
• Medical and security certifications required for selected candidates.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO):
The U.S. Mission ensures fair and equitable employment practices regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.
Hiring Preferences:
Applicants will be prioritized in the following order:
1. AEFM/USEFM with U.S. Veteran preference.
2. AEFM/USEFM.
3. Foreign Service (FS) employees on Leave Without Pay (LWOP) or Civil Service (CS) employees with reemployment rights.

Job application procedure
• Interested and qualified? Click here to apply

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