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The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking an Accounting Specialist to work on a full-time basis in the Office of Program, Policy & Management (OPPM).
BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION
The incumbent serves as the Accounting Specialist, in the Office of Program, Policy & Management, performing a full range of accounting duties.
NOTE: All applicants are instructed to address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each criterion.
1. A. minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or any other relevant field is required.
2. A minimum of (4) years progressively responsible experience is required in professional accounting, auditing, or other financial management activity.
3. Strong written and oral proficiency in English is required – Level IV.
4. Thorough knowledge and understanding of professional accounting principles, theories, practices and terminology is required. An in-depth working knowledge of general accounting, budgeting, reporting, and prevailing customs and accounting practices and/or local laws is required.
5. The employee must have strong writing skills and must be able to collect and present facts and recommendations in a clear, concise manner – both verbally and in writing – to accounting and non-accounting individuals. Incumbent must be extremely proficient in the design and use of spreadsheets, (Microsoft Excel) and in the use of word processing software. The employee must be innovative and have the ability to exercise independent judgment where financial and/or accounting matters are concerned. The incumbent must be able to analyze accounting processes and identify practices and procedures that require correction or modification, must be able to formulate recommendations for maintaining specialized segments of accounting systems in a high state of efficiency, and must possess the ability to perform as an effective member of a team.
6. Must be able to multi-task, have good interpersonal skills and be able to effectively interact with partners and Embassy officials. Must also have sound judgment and the ability to work independently.
1. Management will consider nepotism/conflict of interest, budget, and residency status in determining successful candidacy.
TO APPLY
Interested applicants for this position must submit the following or the application will not be considered:
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Completed and signed Universal Application for Employment (UAE) as a Locally Employed Staff DS-174 found here http://www.state.gov/
documents/organization/136408. pdf
Cover Letter (PDF)
Current Resume or Curriculum Vitae (PDF)
Any other documentation (certificates or awards) related to the qualification requirements of the position (PDF). - A combination of both; i.e. Sections 1 -24 of the DS-174 along with a listing of the applicant’s work experience attached as a separate sheet; or
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A current resume or curriculum vitae that provides the same information found on the DS-174 (see section 3A below for more information); plus
Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.4. -
If an applicant is submitting a resume or curriculum vitae, s/he must provide the following information equal to what is found on the DS-174.
A. Position title
B. Position grade
C. Vacancy announcement number (if known)
D. Date available for work
E. First, middle, & last names as well as any other names used
F. Date and place of birth
G. Current address, day, evening, and cell phone numbers
H. U.S. citizenship status (Yes or No) or status as a U.S. Permanent Resident (Yes or No; if yes, provide a number)
I. U.S. Social Security Number and/or Taxpayer Identification Number
J. Eligibility to work in the country (Yes or No)
K. If required, state special accommodations the Mission needs to provide to help you perform the essential duties of the job
L. If applying for position that includes driving a U.S. Government vehicle, state your driver’s license class / type
M. Days available to work
N. List any relatives or members of your household that work for the U.S. Government (include their name, relationship, & agency, position, location)
O. Eligibility for U.S. Eligible Family Member or Veterans hiring preference
P. Education
Q. Licenses, skills, training, memberships in professional organizations, & recognition/honors
R. Language skills
S. Work experience.
SUBMISSION:
Via hard copy:
EXO USAID/Jamaica
ATTN: Vilma Keane
142 Old Hope Road
Kingston 6
The title of the email should read "Application Accounting Specialist - <Your Name>" , without the quotation marks.
- Applications with insufficient information to make a determination will not be considered.
- Only persons who have been shortlisted by the Selection Committee will be contacted, either by phone or e-mail.
- No in-person appointments or telephone calls will be granted.
The US Mission in Jamaica 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 Department of State also strives to achieve equal employment opportunity in all personnel operations through continuing diversity enhancement programs.
EEO complaint procedure is not available to individuals who believe they have been denied equal opportunity based upon marital status or political affiliation. Individuals with such complaints should avail themselves of the appropriate grievance procedures, remedies for prohibited personnel practices, and/or courts for relief.
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