This position is located in the United States Agency for Global Media, Voice of America, Africa Division. The incumbent will serve as the Multimedia Specialist (Amharic). Incumbent will coordinate the production of television programming and is responsible for the flawless on-air execution of live Amharic television programs, including the production of high quality packages.

Duties

As a Multimedia Specialist (Amharic), you will be responsible for duties to include, but are not limited to: Oversees pre-production, production, and post-production task to produce live and recorded video programming. Writes stories for on camera packages, making sure stories are geared to the needs of the target audience. Edits news and feature packages that are prepared by stringers, affiliates, and other sources to produce quality programming. Keeps abreast of the media climate in the target region to ensure the competitiveness of TV programming in the marketplace.

Requirements

• You must be a U.S Citizen or U.S. National.
• This is a national security position. If selected, this position requires the completion of the SF-86.
• Suitability Determination: If selected, you will be subject to a background investigation to establish your suitability for federal employment. The background investigation may include, among other aspects, a review of your credit and legal history.
• This position is covered by a Union Agreement IB1029 AFGE Local 1812, 330 Independence Avenue S.W. Room 1169, Washington, D.C. 20237, [email protected], (202)920-4884.
• The full performance grade level for this position is GS-12.
• This position may require working nights, weekends, and holidays.
• If you are a male applicant who is born after 12/31/59, you are required to be registered for the Selective Service.

Qualifications

Screen out factor: Applicant must have fluency in both English and Amharic languages that enables you to speak, read, write, report, and translate in both languages. This language screen out factor MUST be listed in your resume to receive consideration. Applicants must have a minimum of one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility comparable to the GS-11 or comparable pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector. Specialized Experience is experience that has equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Experience with various techniques of television and video production, including diverse program formats, such as panel discussions, news broadcasts, magazine shows, etc. Experience proper control room protocol while directing the actions of a large technical crew. Knowledge of all aspects of recent developments in the field of television production and satellite broadcasting, including advances in production techniques and delivery methods. Experience covering a variety of topics concerning Africa; such as international relations, economics, culture, and socio-political development.

Education

Education is not required for this grade level. It cannot be used for qualification purposes.

Contacts

• Address
• Name: Domonique Jenkins
• Phone: 202-920-2399
• Email: [email protected]