Logistics Support Assistant Job Vacancy in South Africa at US Embassy in Pretoria

Job Title: Logistics Support Assistant
REF: VA 12-63
Recruiter: American Embassy
AA/EE: Not Applicable
Contract Permanent
Location: Pretoria
Available: Immediately
Category: Logistics
Offer: $35,753 per annum

Introduction

The U.S. Embassy in Pretoria is seeking an individual for the position of Logistics Support Assistant in the Engineering Services Center (ESC).

NOTE: ALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT APPLICANTS WHO ARE NOT SOUTH AFRICAN CITIZENS MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR PERMANENT
Minimum Requirements
Qualifications Required:
NOTE: ALL APPLICANTS MUST ADDRESS EACH SELECTION CRITERION DETAILED BELOW WITH SPECIFIC AND COMPREHENSIVE INFORMATION SUPPORTING EACH ITEM.
1. Education: U.S High School diploma or other country equivalent is required.
2. Work Experience: At least two years experience in a high-paced, customer or service provider position in which coordination of various offices and locations to develop program planning, deployment plans and budget were primary is required.
3. Language: Level 4 English (fluent) speaking/reading/writing is required. (This will be tested)
4. Knowledge: Familiarity with international package shipping, receiving and inventory procedures using various service providers is required. Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite 2007 (Excel, Word, Outlook, Access) is required.
5. Skills and Abilities: Ability to prioritize and organize time and tasks to meet deadlines and accurately track material, equipment and supplies is required. Ability to safely lift 70 pounds is required. Possession of a valid U.S. driver’s license is required.
Job Specification
Basic Function of Position:
The incumbent provides and coordinates technical support and services to posts in Sub-Saharan Africa from the Embassy in Pretoria. The incumbent will be responsible for ESC logistics operations ensuring that OIC/ESC standards are met; administration and upkeep of Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) software; coordination of shipments for ESC regional travel; along with inventory reconciliation, maintenance and reports for technical systems and equipment. The incumbent will also be responsible for providing logistics training to regional security personnel.

OPEN TO: U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs), U.S. Citizen Members of Household (MOH) All Agencies, and resident U.S. Citizens

CLOSING: July 26, 2012 OR Until Filled