5 Jobs Opportunities at American Embassy Kigali Mission Rwanda

The United States and the Republic of Rwanda enjoy a partnership that began in 1962 just after the Rwandan independence. This Rwanda-American partnership is deeply rooted in the shared ideals of our two countries. The U.S. Embassy in Kigali works together with the Republic of Rwanda to strengthen our partnership by advancing the key goals of regional stability, economic prosperity, and democratic transition within the Republic of Rwanda and in the Great Lakes region. Through its diplomatic and public activities, the U.S. Embassy seeks to ensure regional stability through our shared commitment to security organizations like UN Agencies, Great Lakes and East African security organizations. We support economic activity by encouraging U.S. commercial ties with and promoting U.S. investment in the Republic of Rwanda. We actively support the transition to a vibrant democracy that encourages civic participation, legal reform, and respect for human rights. Our third goal is to promote health with special emphasis on combating HIV/AIDS, malaria and tuberculosis. Our historic partnership is alive and thriving today in the U.S. Embassy’s engagement in the Republic of Rwanda.

1. CHAUFFEUR

Chauffeur 

Vacancy Announcement: KIGALI-2022-010

The Embassy of the United States of America in Kigali is recruiting for  Chauffeur position. The position is open to All Interested Candidates/All Sources and available to start immediately.

Duties: The Chauffeur operates and maintains serviceability of Defense Attaché Office (DAO) motor vehicles for transport of the Senior Defense Official/Defense Attaché (SDO/DATT), DAO members, and DAO visitors to various locations within Rwanda and neighboring areas. Responsible for the general maintenance and cleanliness of 4 vehicles, maintaining service charts, and completing driving, fuel, and maintenance logs in accordance with directives. Assists arriving and departing DAO personnel, as well as official and Distinguished Visitors, with customs, immigration, and other clearances required for entry and exit at Rwanda Airport terminals. Provide routine translator and cultural immersion assistance for DAO Personnel.

All applications must be submitted via Electronic Recruitment Application (ERA) by March 11, 2022.

Full announcement and application procedures are available on https://rw.usembassy.gov/embassy/jobs/

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have any questions, please contact the Human Resources Office on KigaliHRRecruitment@state.gov

2. BUILDING ENGINEER 

Building Engineer 

Vacancy Announcement: KIGALI-2022-005

The Embassy of the United States of America in Kigali is recruiting for  Building Engineer position. The position is open to All Interested Candidates/All Sources and available to start immediately.

Duties: Under the supervision of the Senior/Deputy Facility Manager, the Building Engineer Supervisor leads a team of skilled tradespersons responsible for maintaining all of the Embassy Compound.  Included among these are the Mechanical and Electrical Systems, Building Automation System (BAS), Chiller Plant, Air Handling Units, VAV System (variable air volume damper for HVAC systems), Potable Water, Sanitary Sewage, Storm Sewage, Oil Water Separator Systems, Fuel Delivery, Distribution, and Fuel Monitoring Systems, and the Fire Alarm and Fire Suppression Systems; Electrical Power Generation and Distribution Systems; Voltage Regulators; Transformers; Switchgear; Panel boards, Automatic Transfer Switches; Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) motors and controllers; and Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) Systems.  Additional responsibilities include supervision of the custodial and grounds maintenance staff, and overseeing an aggressive recycling and energy conservation program.

All applications must be submitted via Electronic Recruitment Application (ERA) by March 1, 2022.




Full announcement and application procedures are available on https://rw.usembassy.gov/embassy/jobs/

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have any questions, please contact the Human Resources Office on KigaliHRRecruitment@state.gov

3. CLO ADMINISTRATIVE CLERK

CLO Administrative Clerk 

Vacancy Announcement: KIGALI-2022-007

The Embassy of the United States of America in Kigali is recruiting for  CLO Administrative Clerk position. The position is open to All Interested Candidates/All Sources and available to start immediately.

Duties: Community Liaison Office Administrative Clerk provides administrative support for the Community Liaison Office (CLO).  Assists CLO with developing and maintaining local contacts, office management, and translation.  Supports the eight areas of CLO responsibility (event planning, community liaison, welcome & orientation, guidance & referral, information & resource management, and education liaison).

All applications must be submitted via Electronic Recruitment Application (ERA) by March 1, 2022.

Full announcement and application procedures are available on https://rw.usembassy.gov/embassy/jobs/

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have any questions, please contact the Human Resources Office on KigaliHRRecruitment@state.gov

4. PUBLIC HEALTH SPECIALIST (HIV PREVENTION)

Public Health Specialist (HIV Prevention) 

Vacancy Announcement: KIGALI-2022-006

The Embassy of the United States of America in Kigali is recruiting for  Public Health Specialist (HIV Prevention) position. The position is open to All Interested Candidates/All Sources and available to start immediately.

Duties: Public Health Specialist (HIV Prevention) is the key public health advisor for the prevention program and reports directly to the Prevention Team Lead. The incumbent is responsible for the design, implementation, coordination, and evaluation of a broad range of agency-funded prevention activities and studies funded by the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR). The incumbent provides technical assistance and capacity building to the Rwanda Ministry of Health (MOH) and other funded implementing partners on the planning, implementation and monitoring of prevention program activities. The incumbent provides guidance to implementing partner for the implementation of a combination of HIV prevention interventions to prevent new infections in general and vulnerable and key populations. The incumbent participates in prevention issues at technical, policy and strategic planning meetings, including meetings with collaborators and donor agencies.

All applications must be submitted via Electronic Recruitment Application (ERA) by March 1, 2022.

Full announcement and application procedures are available on https://rw.usembassy.gov/embassy/jobs/




Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have any questions, please contact the Human Resources Office on KigaliHRRecruitment@state.gov

5. TRAVEL CLERK

Travel Clerk 

Vacancy Announcement: KIGALI-2022-008

The Embassy of the United States of America in Kigali is recruiting for a Travel Clerk position. The position is open to All Interested Candidates/All Sources and available to start immediately.

Duties: Travel Clerk assists with travel arrangements, hotel reservations, and preparation of travel-related documents for official travel of US Direct Hires, family members and locally-employed Embassy staff, in accordance with ICASS ( International Cooperative Administrative Support Service) Service Standards.   Provides expediting assistance and other airport assistance as needed.  Assist travelers going to official training with visa assistance.

All applications must be submitted via Electronic Recruitment Application (ERA) by March 1, 2022.

Full announcement and application procedures are available on https://rw.usembassy.gov/embassy/jobs/

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have any questions, please contact the Human Resources Office on KigaliHRRecruitment@state.gov