Human Resources Clerk at U.S. Embassy

Human Resources Clerk at U.S. Embassy

Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Job Type: Full Time
Posted: January 11, 2024
Category: US Embassy Dar es Salaam

Job Overview | Human Resources Clerk at U.S. Embassy

The U.S. Embassy in Tanzania is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Human Resources Clerk. This role involves providing support to the Human Resources Section, focusing on administrative tasks, customer service, and coordination of various HR functions.

Position: Human Resources Clerk (All Interested Candidates)

Announcement Number: DaresSalaam-2023-063
Hiring Agency: Embassy Dar Es Salaam
Open Period: January 10, 2024 – January 24, 2024
Vacancy Time Zone: GMT+3
Series/Grade: LE – 0305 6
Salary: TZS TSh24,989,567 /Per Year
Work Schedule: Full-time – 40HRS PER WEEK
Promotion Potential: LE-6
Duty Location(s): 1 Vacancy in Dar Es Salaam, TZ

Overview

Hiring Path:

• Open to the public
• Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency: All Interested Applicants / All Sources
• Security Clearance Required: Public Trust – Background Investigation
• Appointment Type: Permanent
• Appointment Type Details: Indefinite subject to successful completion of probationary period

Summary:

The Human Resources Clerk will be responsible for administrative duties such as greeting visitors, handling documents, coordinating logistics for HR activities, and providing support to the HR Office. The position requires good organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure.

Duties

Administrative Duties: 90%

• Greet and assist visitors and callers, providing helpful responses to queries.
• Handle HR-related documents, including receiving, stamping, distributing, and filing.
• Assist with logistics for HR meetings, events, and travel arrangements.
• Draft memoranda, letters, and other HR correspondence.
• Administer calendar/schedule for HR officials, maintaining databases and files.
• Answer general HR-related queries from external visitors and callers.

Other Duties: 10%

• Serve as a main/backup Timekeeper for the entire Embassy.
• Create and run special reports in OPS, ERA, or T&A.

Qualifications and Evaluations

Requirements:

• Minimum two (2) years of experience in administrative or clerical field.
• Basic knowledge of HR functions and host country laws pertaining to personnel functions.

Education Requirements:

• Completion of high school.

Skills and Abilities:

• Good working knowledge (Written/Speaking/Reading) in English and Kiswahili.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Organized, diligent, and able to work under pressure.

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.

Diversity Equality and Inclusion Statement:

The US Mission to Dar es Salaam, Tanzania values a workforce of different backgrounds, cultures, and viewpoints.

How to Apply:

Applicants must apply electronically via ERA. For more information, visit U.S. Embassy Jobs

Required Documents: To qualify based on education, applicants MUST submit the requested degree and/or transcripts.

Next Steps: Applicants who are invited for language or skills tests, or for an interview, will be contacted via email.

Thank you for your application and your interest in working at the U.S. Mission in Tanzania.