Administrative Assistant / Security Escort - US Embassy Ghana



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The U.S. Embassy in Accra, Ghana is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Administrative Assistant/Security Escort.

The work schedule for this position is Intermittent, as needed.

Start Date: Candidate must be abe to begin working within a reasonable period of time (12 weeks) of receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances / certifications or their candidacy may end.

Duties

Incumbent provides services on an as-needed basis.  S/he may be called upon to develop onetime reports, provide coverage during staffing gaps and/or provide security escort services.  The incumbent reports to the Human Resources Officer, ARSO, IMO, or Facilities Manager, as appropriate.     


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Qualifications and Evaluations

Requirements

  • At least one year of experience working in office, management or security-related position is required.
  • Good working knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word and Excel. 

 

Education Requirements:

  • Completion of secondary education, and two years of post secondary or college education in secretaryship or management is required.

 

Evaluations:

English - Good working knowledge of the written and spoken language. Job holder will be able to read and understand, for example, regulations, instructions and related material concerning the field of work, and to prepare correspondence and standardized reports. Job holder will be able to communicate effectively with staff and members of the public in English. This may be tested.


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SKILLS and ABILITIES:

Basic keyboard skills and computer literacy is required. This may be tested. Must have good written communication skills in order to draft correspondence and reports. Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance. 

 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

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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