Consulting and StrategyFull-TimeMid-level(3-5 yrs)
Job Description
The Political Associate is responsible for a broad range of analytical reporting, information gathering, and advocacy on host country political issues. The role involves assisting 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.
Responsibilities
Reporting and Analysis: Monitors media and other sources to report and advise on portfolio-relevant topics in host country, including government policy making, national initiatives, the legislative process, and civil society movements.
Policy Advocacy: Engages government and civil society contacts to promote U.S. policy objectives. Articulates and advances U.S. policies in portfolio-relevant topics. Leads sections efforts to build relationships with influential host-government personnel to advance U.S. and Mission priorities.
Drafting and Coordination: Coordinates, researches, and drafts political section reporting on portfolio-relevant topics, including via spot reports, cables, briefing memos, and Congressionally-required reports, in cooperation with U.S. and LE colleagues from the section and across the Embassy.
Knowledge Management: Contributes to internal knowledge management and data tracking / processing systems, which could include tracking demarches received and their delivery as well as supporting the vetting of security force units for human rights violations.
Operational Support: Supports travel and visits by Embassy officials and VIP visitors. Serves as site officer or control officer for some visits.
Requirements
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.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply through the U.S. Embassy recruitment portal on erajobs.state.gov. You can access the application link via: https://www.myjobmag.co.ke/apply-now/1200755.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online through the U.S. Embassy recruitment portal on erajobs.state.gov. Access the application link directly or via the portal at: https://www.myjobmag.co.ke/apply-now/1200755.
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