Monday, February 21, 2011

The Embassy of the United States of America

The U.S. Embassy in Dili is seeking an individual for the position of Public Affairs Specialist in its Public Affairs Section located at Rua Praia dos Coqueiros Dili, Timor-Leste.

POSITION: Public Affairs Specialist (Trainee)

BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION:

Incumbent serves as the Embassy’s public affairs specialist providing a full range of advice and support on media-related issues. The media specialist reviews and analyzes the press; select articles to translate; writes, edits and/or translate press releases; writes media reaction cables; investigates developments in the press/media field, organizes press events for the Ambassador, Embassy officials, and high-level visitors.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

1) University degree in journalism, communications, international relations, political science, etc. 2) Two years experience in the field of journalism, international relations or public affairs; 3) Level V of English; 4) Level V of Tetum and Bahasa

WHO MAY APPLY: Local nationals or anyone with the required permits and documentation to legally seek employment in Timor-Leste.

HOW TO APPLY: Complete DS-174 (Universal Application for Employment). Application forms and detailed Position Description are available at the US. Embassy Rua Praia dos Coqueiros Dili, Timor-Leste. Applicants may also attach a resume or CV which contains the same information as required in form DS-174.

An attractive salary and fringe benefits package will be commensurate with candidate’s qualifications and experience.

SUBMIT APPLICATION TO:

Human Resources Office, Attention: Recruitment American Embassy, Rua Praia dos Coqueiros Dili, Timor-Leste

E-mail: dilimanagement@state.gov or Fax: +670-3313206

DO NOT ATTACH PHOTO

CLOSING DATE FOR THE POSITION: March 3, 2011

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