U.S. Mission to the European Union is looking for a Political Assistant (Refugee Program Assistant)

About

• Announcement Number: Brussels-2024-071

• Hiring Agency: US Mission to the European Union

• Position Title: Political Assistant (USEFMs) (Refugee Program Assistant)

• Open Period: 12/03/2024 - 12/11/2024

• Series/Grade: FP - 1605 6

• Salary: USD $47,419 /Per Year

• Work Schedule: Full-time - Full-time (40 hours per week)

• Promotion Potential: FP-6

• Duty Location(s): 1 Vacancy in Brussels, BE

• Telework Eligible: No

Overview

• Hiring Path: Open to the public

• Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency: For USEFM - FP is 06. Actual FP salary determined by Washington D.C. All Interested Applicants / All Sources. If the candidate meets all of the onboarding criteria they could start working effective as of June 2025.
  Security Clearance Required: Secret/Confidential Clearance

• Appointment Type: Temporary

• Appointment Type Details: Definite not to Exceed 5 years. (FMA) Definite Not to Exceed 1 year. (PSA)

• 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 hours per week)
  Start date: Candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time (15 weeks) of receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end. If the candidate meets all the onboarding criteria they could start working as of June 2025.

• Supervisory Position: No

• Relocation Expenses Reimbursed: No

• Travel Required: Not Required

Duties

To serve as program assistant in the refugee and migration unit of the U.S. Mission's Political Cluster, providing management and substantive support to the Humanitarian and Refugee Affairs (PRM) officer and fulfilling all duties of the PRM officer in his or her absence.

Analysis and Reporting

• Responsible for analysis and reporting on European Commission and Parliament activities affecting refugees and asylum seekers world-wide, which includes developing working-level contacts at the Commission, international organizations, and other stakeholders, and advocating on behalf of policies in line with U.S. priorities.

• Responsible for analysis and reporting on European Union and European NGO activities related to migration policy and trends within the EU and the region.

• Responsible for analysis and reporting on European Union and European NGO activities in the field of humanitarian assistance and advocating of USG policy, including monitoring and facilitation of USEU collaboration in this field under the Transatlantic agenda. This includes working with USAID counterparts, meeting with EU contacts, analyzing written materials, and attending international and local conferences.

• Administrative Duties

• Serve as liaison for PRM and, arranging services as needed (i.e., procurement, travel, motor pool or systems support).

• Monitors PRM budget.

• Attends ICASS council meetings in absence of FSO.

• Develops schedules for PRM-related TDY visits to Brussels, based on understanding of EU organizations.

• Handles other administrative tasks necessary for functioning of the office.

Qualifications and Evaluations

Requirements

EXPERIENCE: Minimum of two years previous work in an administrative capacity for a governmental, non-profit and/or private organization.
JOB KNOWLEDGE: Understanding of European Union institutions and how they function and relate with each other and the United States. Familiarity with, or ability to quickly become familiar with, refugee issues and/or international humanitarian law.

Education Requirements

Completion of University degree in international affairs, political science, humanitarian affairs, or related field.

Evaluations

LANGUAGE: Fluency in English. This may be tested.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Excellent interpersonal skills plus literacy in MS Office Software and Internet Technology 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.

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 Brussels 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.