Consulting and StrategyFull-TimeMid-level(3-5 yrs)
Job Description
The Political Assistant (Associate) is responsible for a broad range of analytical reporting, information gathering, and advocacy on host country political issues. This role involves assisting the political section in developing policies and programs for Kenya, taking into account local social and political conditions and trends alongside U.S. objectives.
Responsibilities
Political Reporting & Analysis: Monitor media and other sources to report and advise on portfolio-relevant topics including government policy making, national initiatives, the legislative process, and civil society movements.
Policy Advocacy: Engage government and civil society contacts to promote U.S. policy objectives. Articulate and advance U.S. policies in portfolio-relevant topics.
Relationship Management: Lead section efforts to build relationships with influential host-government personnel to advance U.S. and Mission priorities.
Documentation: Coordinate, research, and draft political section reporting via spot reports, cables, briefing memos, and Congressionally-required reports, in cooperation with U.S. and Locally Employed (LE) colleagues.
Data Management: Contribute to internal knowledge management and data tracking systems, such as tracking demarches and supporting the vetting of security force units for human rights violations.
VIP Visit Support: Support travel and visits by Embassy officials and VIP visitors, serving as a site officer or control officer for specific visits.
Qualifications and Experience
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, communications, law, or development is required.
Education: A bachelor’s degree in political science, law, history, international relations, or public policy is required.
Job Knowledge: Familiarity with U.S. foreign policy objectives in Kenya, Kenyan domestic affairs, regional issues, and U.S. national security priorities.
Language: English Level 4 - Fluent (written/spoken), including the ability to translate.
Skills and Abilities: Strong oral and written communication skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-productivity environment with limited supervision.
Eligibility
Important Notice: This position is restricted to USEFMs ONLY (U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Members).
Interested and qualified candidates should apply through the official U.S. government recruitment portal (ERA). You can access the application page via this link: Apply here. Ensure you meet the 'USEFMs ONLY' (U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Member) eligibility criteria before starting your application.
