Public Engagement Assistant - Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Embassy of the United States - Abu Dhabi, UAE

Embassy of the United States - Abu Dhabi, UAE
Embassy of the United States - Abu Dhabi, UAE
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Dubai, United Arab Emirates

3 weeks ago

Ahmed Al-Mansouri

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Description

Announcement Number:

  • Dubai Hiring Agency:


  • Consulate General Dubai

  • Position Title:
  • Public Engagement Assistant (Press and Media)
  • Open Period:


  • 06/20/ /07/2023 Format MM/DD/YYYY

  • Vacancy Time Zone:


  • GMT+4

  • Series/Grade:
  • LE Salary:


  • AED د.إ195,60

  • AED د.

إ195,606 /Per Year- Work Schedule:

  • Full-time
  • 40 hours per week
  • Promotion Potential:


  • LE9

  • Duty Location(s):

1 Vacancy in- Dubai, AE- Telework Eligible:

  • No
  • For More Info:
  • HR Section_
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Overview:


  • Hiring Path:
  • Open to the public
  • Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:
  • For USEFM. Actual FP salary determined by Washington D.C.
  • All Interested Applicants / All Sources
  • Security Clearance Required:
  • Public Trust
  • Background Investigation
  • Appointment Type
  • Permanent
  • Appointment Type
Details:


  • Marketing Statement:
We encourage you to read and understand the Eight (8) Qualities of Overseas Employees before you apply.

  • Summary:

The work schedule for this position is:

  • Full Time (40 number of hours per week)
  • Supervisory Position:
  • No
  • Relocation Expenses Reimbursed:
  • No
  • Travel Required:
  • No
t Required


Duties:

The Press and Media Coordinator works under the direct supervision of the Public Affairs Officer (PAO) or PAO designee. The position has no supervisory responsibilities. Monitors UAE press and media coverage of issues of importance to the United States. Identifies and advises Consulate General leadership on strategies for promoting accurate, balanced UAE press and media coverage of U.S.

foreign policy and American interests; correcting misinformation; and countering disinformation; provides nuanced analysis of complex ties between government leadership and the local media sector.

Designs and recommends PD strategies to connect with the press and media to build and sustain productive dialogue and promote understanding of and support for U.S.

policy. Builds productive relationships with press and media professionals in person and online.


Mission UAE's Overseas Staffing Model (OSM) rank is 5, denoting a mission that is among the largest and most comprehensive in the world.

With its key location in the Middle East, the UAE is of the highest importance to U.S. economic and national security interests. The incumbent co-ordinates with the embassy press team in Abu Dhabi.


Qualifications and Evaluations:


  • Requirements:

Note:
All applicants must currently hold or be able to acquire a UAE residency visa to fill the position. For non-UAE nationals, the Mission assists in obtaining the required residency visa to lawfully work in the UAE.

Refer to Eligibility Question #2 and Vacancy Question #1: If a non-UAE national has a valid UAE residency visa, they should answer Yes to Eligibility Q#2 and Vacancy Q#1 and attach a copy of residency visa.



EXPERIENCE:

A minimum of four years of progressively responsible experience in a media outlet, think tank, university, NGO, international organization, foreign embassy, government office or corporation is required, with responsibility for public relations, public affairs, journalism, communications, marketing, managing public relations, outreach events, press conferences, and other media interactions as significant parts of the job.


  • Education Requirements:
A university degree in Journalism, Communications, International Relations, Political Science, Economics or local equivalent is required.

  • Evaluations:

LANGUAGE:
"
This may be tested."

Level IV - Fluent (reading, speaking and writing) English is required.

Level IV - Fluent (reading, speaking and writing) Arabic is required.


EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO): 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.


The U.S. Mission is committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce. We foster a culture of inclusion where people feel welcome, heard, and confident in their contributions. We strive to provide growth opportunities for everyone, and we empower all employees to be authentically themselves in the workplace.

  • Qualifications:
All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications.


Benefits and Other Info:


  • Benefits:
  • Agency Benefits:
Locally Employed Staff, including Members of Household (MOHs) and Third-Country Nationals (TCNs) working at the U.S. Mission in (Dubai/UAE), may receive a compensation package that may include health, separation, and other benefits. Applicants may also qualify for housing allowance, education allowance, and other benefits.

For EFMs, benefits should be discussed with the Human Resources Office.

The pay plan and benefits are assigned at the time of the conditional offer letter by the HR Office.

  • Other Information:

HIRING PREFERENCE ORDER:

  • AEFM
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