Agricultural Specialist - All Interested Candidates

Duties :

The Agricultural Specialist (mid to high-level) is responsible for representing the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) in Algiers, Algeria. The incumbent is responsible for research and analysis of agricultural information and trade data to produce highly specialized reports. The incumbent is also responsible for monitoring and forecasting agricultural, marketing, and trade policy developments for agricultural commodities. The incumbent works with U.S. and host country government agencies and industries to resolve trade complaints, issues of non-compliance with import regulations, and conceptualizing and implementing marketing and exchange programs. The incumbent develops and maintains key professional and social relationships (mid-to-high levels) to exchange information, and to build and sustain cooperation on substantive trade and agricultural policy matters.

Qualifications and EvaluationsRequirements:

EXPERIENCE: (05) five years of work experience in one or more fields of agricultural economics, agricultural policy, commodity trade, and marketing analysis/research that includes extensive analysis and report writing on complex subjects. (Please upload /attach the required work certificate to be considered).

JOB KNOWLEDGE:

Detailed knowledge of FAS goals, programs, reporting requirements and procedures, and of U.S. agricultural policies and trading practices followed by American exporters. Thorough knowledge of agricultural practices, market conditions, and government policies in the host country. Knowledge of host government structure and responsibilities of various Ministries and offices, congressional and legislative processes as it relates to economic, trade, and agricultural policy matters is required. Significant knowledge of international agreements relating to agricultural policy, and a strong understanding of agricultural economic supply/demand theories and concepts.

Education Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Economics, Food and Agricultural Marketing, Agriculture, Agribusiness, International Trade, International Relations, International Economics, Public Policy, or Journalism is required.(Please upload /attach the required proof of education to be considered).

Evaluations:

Language:

• English level 4 (Fluent) is required, ''This may be tested''. French and Arabic Level 4 (Fluent) are required.

Skills and Abilities:

Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) to create documents and spreadsheets, maintain and update databases, and develop presentations. Use of FAS specialized software and data analysis programs.

Must be knowledgeable in analyzing agricultural production, global agricultural trade concepts, and economic supply/demand concepts. Required to analyze and apply complex statistical data and maintain data sets for accurate commodity and trade reporting.

Drafts highly specialized reports on markets and trade policy.

Must have excellent time management skills to cope with the diversity of work and deadlines.

Ability to work effectively with government, public, and private individuals to obtain information and resolve trade issues. Must have a valid driver’s license for a minimum of five (5) years (Please upload /attach the required driving License to be considered). ''This may be tested''.

Availability: Must be available to travel throughout the host country.

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.

Benefits and Other InfoBenefits:

Agency Benefits:

Locally Employed Staff, including Members of Household (MOHs), and Third-Country Nationals (TCNs), working at the U.S. Mission Algiers may receive a compensation package that may include health, separation, and other benefits.

For EFMs, benefits should be discussed with the Human Resources Office. The pay plan is assigned at the time of the conditional offer letter by the HR Office.

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”), 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 ApplyHow to Apply:

All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a security clearance.

To apply for this position click the “Submit Application” button. For more information on how to apply visit the Mission internet site.

Required Documents:

In order 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. If you fail to provide requested information, or the information you submit is insufficient to verify your eligibility, you will not be considered for this position.

• Work Certification

• University Degree

• Driving license

Next Steps:

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

For further information - the complete position description listing all of the duties, responsibilities, required qualifications, etc. may be obtained by contacting the Human Resources Office