Job Opportunity at U.S. Embassy – Supply Clerk

Job Opportunity at U.S. Embassy – Supply Clerk

Supply Clerk

U.S. Embassy

August, 2023

About

Announcement Number:DaresSalaam-2023-041
Hiring Agency:Embassy Dar Es Salaam
Position Title:Supply Clerk (All Interested Candidates)
Open Period:08/17/2023 – 08/31/2023
Format MM/DD/YYYY
Vacancy Time Zone:GMT+3
Series/Grade:LE – 0805 5
Salary:TZS TSh21,317,834 /Per Year
Work Schedule:Full-time – 40HRS PER WEEK
Promotion Potential:LE-5
Duty Location(s):Dar Es Salaam, TZ
Telework Eligible:No
For More Info:

Hiring Path:
• Open to the public
Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:
All Interested Applicants / All Sources
Security Clearance Required:
Public Trust – Background Investigation
Appointment Type
Permanent
Appointment Type Details:
Indefinite subject to successful completion of probationary period
Marketing Statement:
We encourage you to read and understand the Eight (8) Qualities of Overseas Employees before you apply.

Summary:

The U.S. Mission in Dar es Salaam is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Supply Clerck in the Facilities Section.

Duties

The Facility (FAC) Supply Clerk works under the direct supervision of the Building Engineer and is responsible for the acquisition, storage, inventory control, and issuance of building maintenance supplies, repair parts, and materials for the Facility Management Section.

Supply Management (80%)

Procurement:
• Supports FAC maintenance shops by obtaining supplies from GSO, ensuring that the right hand and powered tools, equipment and parts are ordered, stocked, and issued.
• In addition to GSO catalogs, searches local and US markets for best products and alternatives, and identifies obsolete items and replacement units to support maintenance operations.
• Liaises and negotiates with suppliers.
• Occasional petty cash holder.

Inventory Control:
• Organizes the storage and distribution of goods (expendable supplies, equipment, toolkits, etc.). This includes ordering, stock control, and transportation.
• Inventories items for quantities and conditions and reports overstock, shortages, and damages; follows established receiving, storing, and issuing methods and procedures.
• Checks items against receiving documents verifying accuracy and inspecting for external damage.
• Uses the Integrated Logistics Management System (ILMS) and the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to coordinate and control the ordering cycle, including evaluation of performance and quality.
• Updates quantities and part numbers in ILMS inventory database for expendable supplies.
• Assures that adequate levels of supplies are maintained and in workable condition to support maintenance work-load requirements. Identifies items needing repair or maintenance and carries out minor tasks such as preserving with oil and grease, replacing broken handles, and sharpening rough edges with hand files.
• Requests replacement for damaged items and reports those requiring major repair.

Storage Space (Facility Management Lockable Storage) 20%

• Assures that stock items are properly labeled and placed in proper locations, making best use of available storage space.
• Moves incoming items to storage areas using hand truck, and other equipment; rearranges existing stock when necessary.
• Ensures the areas surrounding the FAC storage are free from debris and obstruction. Coordinates the removal of materials for recycling and the return of excess items to GSO for disposal.

Incumbent serves as an incidental operator of official vehicles and meets all requirements outlined in 14 FAM 433. Incumbent is expected to pick up and deliver supplies, as needed.

Note: This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by incumbent. Incumbent will be required to perform other duties as assigned by the agency.

EXPERIENCE:

Two (2) years of experience in supply/warehousing/expendables or property management is required.

JOB KNOWLEDGE:

Thorough knowledge of parts, materials, tools, and equipment used in the different trades, to include building materials and their characteristics.
• Expert knowledge of warehousing, supply, and storekeeping practices.
• Must have a good understanding and knowledge of the operational environment in order to make recommendations on local vendors.

Education Requirements:

High School diploma is required.

Evaluations:

LANGUAGE:

Level III (Good working knowledge) Speaking/Reading/Writing English is required. Level III (Good working knowledge) Speaking/Reading/Writing Swahili is required. (This may be tested)

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Strong organizational skills.
• Basic computer skills in MS-Office and data entry.
• Must be able to able to lift a maximum of 51 lbs. (23kg) under OSHA standards.

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.

Diversity Equality and Inclusion Statement

The US Mission to Dar es Salaam, Tanzania values a workforce of different backgrounds, cultures, and viewpoints. We strive to create a welcoming environment for all and we invite applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Qualifications:
All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications.

Agency Benefits:
The U.S. Mission in Tanzania offers compensation package that may include health, separation, and other benefits.

Other Information:
HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants in the following hiring preference categories are extended a hiring preference in the order listed below. Therefore, it is essential that these applicants accurately describe their status on the application. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not eligible for a hiring preference.

HIRING PREFERENCE ORDER:
1. AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*
2. AEFM / USEFM
3. FS on LWOP and CS with reemployment rights **

* IMPORTANT: Applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of their most recent DD-214 (“Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty”), Letter from Veterans’ Affairs which indicates the present existence of a service-connected disability dated within the past six months, equivalent documentation, or certification. A “certification” is any written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions within 120 days after the certification is submitted by the applicant. The certification letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service. Acceptable documentation must be submitted in order for the preference to be given.

** This level of preference applies to all Foreign Service employees on LWOP and CS with re-employment rights back to their agency or bureau.

For more information (i.e., what is an EFM, USEFM, AEFM, MOH, etc.?) and for additional employment considerations, please visit the following link.

How to Apply:
To apply for this position, applicants MUST apply electronically via ERA.

For more information, visit this link https://tz.usembassy.gov/embassy/jobs/

Required Documents:
To qualify based on education, you MUST submit the requested diploma and / or transcripts as verification of educational requirement by the closing date of this announcement. Failure to provide requested information, or the information is insufficient to verify eligibility, may result in disqualification for this position.

All Applicants:

Proof of Citizenship

Copy of work permit (if not a TZ national)

High School Diploma (Form six)Transcript

Other document (if any)

Other document 2 (if any)

Eligible Family Member Applicants:
• Copy of Sponsor’s Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent)
• Passport copy
• DD-214 – Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)
• SF-50 (if applicable)

Next Steps:
Applicants who are invited to take a language or skills test, or who are selected for an interview will be contacted only via email.

Thank you for your application and your interest in working at the U.S. Mission in Tanzania.

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