Duties
This is one of the 8 Supply clerk positions that perform clerical tasks, such as issuing and inventory of administrative supplies, to the ICASS agencies. Generates reports in the Integrated Logistics and Management System (ILMS) for services i.e., purchase and installation of residential rods, curtains, and sheers for the ICASS agencies.
Stores these files until they are due for disposal. Conducts Expendable (EXP) annual inventories. Works under direct supervision of the Supply supervisor, Grade number C52231, and general supervision by the warehouse supervisor
Qualifications and Evaluations
Requirements:
EXPERIENCE:
At least one year of experience in a supply management position utilizing inventory database software is required.
JOB KNOWLEDGE:
Must be proficient in the general use of inventory database software, good working knowledge of MS Word and basic knowledge of MS Excel.Education Requirements:
Mandatory:
Completion of secondary school is required.Evaluations:
LANGUAGE:
Level 3 proficiency in English (reading/speaking/writing) is required (This may be tested); Level 2 proficiency in Kiswahili (reading/speaking/writing) also required.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Must have good written and oral English language communication skills. Must be able to perform his/her duty with minimal supervision. Must be able to operate material handling equipment (MHE), possess a valid motor vehicle license and have the ability to drive as an incidental driver, and must have customer service understanding.
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.
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 Nairobi, Kenya may receive a compensation package that may include health, separation, and other benefits.
For EFMs, benefits should be discussed with the Human Resources Office.
The pay plan is assigned at the time of the conditional offer letter by the HR Office.Other Information:
HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS:
Applicants in the following hiring preference categories are extended a hiring preference in the order listed below. Therefore, it is essential that these applicants accurately describe their status on the application. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not eligible for a hiring preference.
HIRING PREFERENCE ORDER:
- AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*
- AEFM / USEFM
- FS on LWOP and CS with reemployment rights **
* IMPORTANT:
Applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of their most recent DD-214 (“Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty”), equivalent documentation, or certification.
A “certification” is any written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions within 120 days after the certification is submitted by the applicant.
The certification letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service. Acceptable documentation must be submitted in order for the preference to be given.
** This level of preference applies to all Foreign Service employees on LWOP and CS with re-employment rights back to their agency or bureau.
For more information (i.e., what is an EFM, USEFM, AEFM, MOH, etc.?) and for additional employment considerations, please visit the following link.
THE FOLLOWING APPLY TO EFMs, USEFMs, and AEFMs ONLY:
- Current employees who used a hiring preference to gain employment who are within their first 90 calendar days of employment are not eligible to apply.
- Candidates with a hiring preference who have already accepted a conditional offer of employment may NOT be extended a second conditional offer of employment unless and until they withdraw their candidacy for the first position in writing.
- The following may also be considered when determining successful candidacy: nepotism, conflicts of interest, budget, etc
How to Apply
How to Apply:
All candidates must be able to obtain and hold local Police clearance certificate.
To apply for this position click the “Submit Application” button. For more information on how to apply visit the Mission internet site.Required Documents:
In order to qualify based on education, you MUST submit the requested diploma and / or transcripts as verification of educational requirement by the closing date of this announcement. If you fail to provide requested information, or the information you submit is insufficient to verify your eligibility, you will not be considered for this position.
- Copy of Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent)
- Residency and/or Work Permit
- DD-214 – Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)
- SF-50 (if applicable)
- High School certificate
- Curriculum Vitae
- Driver’s license
Next Steps:
Applicants who are invited to take a language or skills test, or who are selected for an interview will be contacted via email.
For further information – the complete position description listing all of the duties, responsibilities, required qualifications, etc. may be obtained by contacting the Human Resources Office.
Open Period:11/27/2023 – 12/08/2023