Consular Associate (Usefms Only) - American Services At U.S. Embassy To Kenya

Basic Function of the Position:
Under the direct supervision of the Visa Chief, the Consular Associate is assigned a wide range of responsibilities in the Visa Unit (to include Nonimmigrant Visa (NIV) and Immigrant Visa (IV) activities). The jobholder provides consular services to U.S. citizens, conducts non-adjudicatory visa processing, and assists in investigation and validation studies. Incumbent also handles correspondence with the public, attorneys, U.S. and host governments, Congress, and other parties. Must be able to secure and maintain a Secret level security clearance.
Qualifications and Evaluations
Requirements:
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:Completion of High School is required.
JOB KNOWLEDGE:General understanding of U.S. policies related to consular and visa operations.
Education Requirements:
EXPERIENCE:
Minimum of three years of office administrative experience is required with at least one year of consular experience.
Two years of office administration (FP-07 (Training Level)).
One year of office administration (FP-08 (Training Level)).
Note the preference will be given to candidates that are qualified at the full performance level. Applicants at the trainee level will only be considered if there are no available applicants at the full performance level.