The Embassy of the United States of America Seeking an individual for the position of Media Specialist in the Public Diplomacy Section. POSITION: Media Specialist, FSN-10 BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION: Under the supervision of the Public Affairs Officer (PAO), the incumbent is responsible for serving as media liaison and assisting the PAO in planning and administering media outreach and journalism sector development programs in Timor-Leste, to explain U.S. domestic and foreign policies and U.S. Mission events and activities to Timorese audiences. S/he also produces the Mission’s media monitoring (reviews and analyzes media content; compiles and translates key articles for Mission and Washington distribution); write, edits, obtains clearances and translates the Mission press archive; writes media reaction reports; monitors and investigates developments in the press/media field, collaborates with other Mission communications staff; organizes press events for the Chief of Mission, Embassy officials, and high-level visitors, advises on and executes appropriate training for media sector development, identifies members of the media sector for participation in USG events, exchanges, and other programs; monitors journalists in Mission-sponsored English classes, and is the primary liaison and point of contact at the Mission for the local media, in coordination with the PAO. Occasionally serves as control officer for particular U.S. Mission events. QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: · University degree in journalism, communications, marketing, international relations, humanities, American studies, business, English, or social sciences-related field; · Minimum three years of experience in journalism, communications, media, marketing, international relations, or public affairs; · Oral and written communication at Level 4 (Fluent) English and Tetum; · Ability to work under time pressure and to determine how to achieve U.S. Mission objectives with minimal supervision by the Public Affairs Officer; · Ability to utilize electronic audio-visual equipment and have strong computer proficiency. 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 U.S. Embassy. Applicants may also attach a resume or CV that contains the same information as required in form DS-174. An attractive salary and 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: [email protected] or Fax: +670-3324684 DO NOT ATTACH PHOTO CLOSING DATE FOR THE POSITION: June 5, 2014
Posted on: Thu, 29 May 2014 01:56:25 +0000
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