Commercial Assistant at the U.S. Embassy in Ankara, Turkey.

About

Announcement Number:Ankara-2021-053Hiring Agency:Embassy AnkaraPosition Title:Commercial AssistantOpen Period:11/03/2021 – 11/17/2021Format MM/DD/YYYYVacancy Time Zone:GMT+3Series/Grade:LE – 1510 7Salary:USD $16,108Work Schedule:Full-time -Promotion Potential:LE-7

Duty Location(s):

1

in

Ankara, TU

Telework Eligible:NoFor More Info: HR Section
000-000-0000
[email protected]

Overview

Hiring Path:• Open to the public
Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:For USEFM – FP is 7 Actual FP salary determined by Washington D.C.

•    All Interested Applicants / All SourcesSecurity Clearance Required:Public Trust – Background InvestigationAppointment TypePermanentAppointment Type Details:•    Indefinite subject to successful completion of probationary periodMarketing 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 hours per week)

 

Start date: Candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time (4-6 weeks) of receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.

Supervisory Position:NoRelocation Expenses Reimbursed:No

 

Duties

Basic Function of Position:

 

Incumbent serves as assistant to Commercial Officers and Commercial Specialists in planning, organizing, and administering programs to facilitate the marketing of US goods and services. Provides commercial and administrative support to Foreign Commercial Service (CS) staff for trade programs, buyer delegations, individual company visits under the CS matchmaking service and contributes to the execution of other core CS services. Supports official visits, especially of senior USG officials and partner agencies, and coordinates related logistics. Incumbent posts content on social media regarding CS Ankara events and programs and to increase number of subscribers. Regularly scans media for economic and sector-related news of interest to relevant sector specialists and Commercial Officers. Overseas official databases for client contacts, services, and activities as well as the Embassy’s contact database (for creating/maintaining guest lists for official functions). Fulfills certain administrative functions in support of office and staff, as needed.

 

Qualifications and Evaluations

Requirements:

EXPERIENCE: Minimum 1 year of responsible experience in business, government, or NGOs in the fields of marketing, trade promotion, economics, international trade, business development is required.

 

JOB KNOWLEDGE: Good knowledge of the Turkish domestic economy, business customs, practices, marketing channels, laws, regulations, and policies. Basic understanding of the U.S. government, the U.S. business environment, and the U.S. – Turkey trade and investment relationship.

Education Requirements:

• • Two years university/college studies is required.

Evaluations:

LANGUAGE: Level IV (fluent) reading/writing/speaking English and Level IV (fluent) reading/writing/speaking Turkish required. This may be tested.

 

SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Trainee level sales, marketing and/or business development skills with an ability to work in different sectors. Trainee level market research and analytical skills. Sound computer and program planning skills and an ability to multitask. High level of flexibility in adapting to different tasks and an ability to effectively work as part of a team. Must be available to work on evenings, weekends, early mornings, U.S. and Turkish holidays, as needed.

 

 

 

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 Ankara, Turkey 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:

 

1. 1. AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*

 

1. 1. AEFM / USEFM

 

1. 1. 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.

 

How to Apply

How to Apply:

All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a local security certification.

 

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

 

• • Copy of ID (mandatory document)

 

• • Copy of Diploma (mandatory document)

 

• • Degree with transcript

 

• • Turkish Military Discharge Document (for male applicants): Completion of compulsory military service is required.

 

• • Certificate or License

 

• • DD-214 – Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)

 

• • SF-50 (if applicable)

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.

Application Procedure:

• To apply please follow this link https://vacanciesinturkey.com/jobs

• To help us track our recruitment effort, please indicate in your cover/motivation letter how (vacanciesinturkey.com) you heard about this position.

Thank you for your application and your interest in working at the U.S. Mission in Ankara, Turkey.