The U.S. Embassy to Kenya opened in 1964. Through sixteen Ambassadors since then, the Embassy has enriched the ties between the American and Kenyan people and served the needs of Americans in and around this East African hub. Chief among the U.S. Mission’s goals are fostering the development of a sound Kenyan economy, strengthening the institutions of ...
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Political Assistant with Substitution - USEFMs ONLY
- Job TypeFull Time
- QualificationBA/BSc/HND
- Experience3 years
- LocationNairobi
- Job FieldLaw / Legal 
Duties
The Political Associate is responsible for a broad range of analytical reporting, information gathering, and advocacy on host country political issues. Assists the political section in developing policies and programs for the host country, taking into account local social and political conditions and trends and U.S. objectives. Must be able to obtain and hold a Secret clearance for handling classified information.
Qualifications and Evaluations
Requirements:
EXPERIENCE:
- Education: A bachelor’s degree in political science, law, journalism, international relations, or public policy is required.
- EXPERIENCE: At least three years in a job involving research, analysis, advocacy, and/or program management on issues related to political science, national security, international business and economics, international relations, education, human rights, communications, law, or development is required.
Method of Application Interested and qualified? Go to U.S. Embassy to Kenya on erajobs.state.gov to apply
