Political/Protocol Assistant (BAU)

DUTIES:

This is a full performance position in the Belarus Affairs Unit (BAU) in Vilnius, Lithuania responsible for supporting the Ambassador and the Belarus Affairs Unit (BAU), in both protocol and political aspects. The incumbent serves as the main official interpreter/translator and protocol advisor to officers in the BAU. Uses expert command of both English and Russian to translate all forms of communication in both directions on demand. The preponderance of duties involves those associated with planning and executing official events such as programs, conferences, meetings. Prepares concise background information, drafts briefing papers, and serves as notetaker as needed. Keeps abreast of political, economic, and social events, and monitors mass media in order to provide analysis of political-economic developments. 

EXPERIENCE:

•  At least three years of experience in social science, journalism, foreign relations, communications, or business/administration.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in the field of political science, journalism, economics, law or administration.   

LANGUAGE:

• Fluent English Reading/Writing/Speaking is required. Fluent Russian Reading/Writing/Speaking is required. This may be tested.

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.

Agency Benefits:

Locally Employed Staff, including Members of Household (MOHs), and Third-Country Nationals (TCNs), working at the U.S. Mission in (Vilnius, Lithuania) may receive a compensation package that includes health insurance, meal allowance and 10 extra days-off during USA holidays.

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