1. US Mission Uganda announces political assistant position with open period from 04/19/2024 to 05/02/2024, salary UGX 86,951,739, security clearance required, and indefinite appointment.

Applications are being accepted for the 40-hour per week post of Political Assistant at the U.S. Mission in Uganda. Under close supervision, the position holder will manage a portfolio of political and economic reporting support, with an emphasis on entrepreneurship, government accountability, science, technology, and health, civil society, human rights, and the environment.

They will maintain contacts with Uganda's government and civil society, participate in the interagency democracy working group of the U.S. Mission, and produce reports on human rights and religious freedom that Congress has mandated.

At least five years of experience in foreign policy, politics, social development, academia, or journalism is required for the position. Fluency in English and Swahili is also required, as is the ability to communicate with Ugandan officials, civil society organisations, scientists, academics, and political leaders.

A bachelor's degree in political science, economics, history, journalism, or human rights is also required. In addition, familiarity of ESH concerns and Uganda's political and economic structures is necessary.

Equality of employment opportunities and fair and equitable treatment in the workplace are provided by the U.S. Mission to all individuals, irrespective of their race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.

To qualify for the position, applicants must submit required documents such as a degree certificate and transcript, DD-214, Letter from Veterans' Affairs, SF-50, and proof of citizenship. The hiring preference selection process requires accurate application status descriptions, as failure to do so may result in ineligibility. Failure to provide requested information may result in ineligibility.