This position is located in the Bureau of Global Health Security and Diplomacy (GHSD). GHSD leads U.S. diplomatic engagement and supports programmatic efficiency to strengthen the global health security architecture and prevent, detect, control, and respond to infectious diseases, including HIV/AIDS. The incumbent serves as a Public Affairs Specialist in the Public Affairs and Communications unit.

Duties

Reviews public affairs procedures and activities to advance GHSD's mission, including the U.S. President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR). Coordinates press events for senior GHSD officials. Liaises with the State Department's Bureau of Public Affairs to create and pursue speaking opportunities that reach a large number of targeted audiences. Develops communication plans by considering such items as specific topics or aspects to emphasize, identifying the most effective media to use in communicating with intended audiences. Coordinates with management and other program specialists to assist with interpreting policy and obtaining the scientific program information and policies for use in writing blogs, news releases, articles, statements, and other communications. Develops and maintains relationships within GHSD, the Department and external stakeholders.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Incumbent will be subject to random drug testing.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
• Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit: www.dhs.gov/E-Verify/

Qualifications

Applicants must meet all the required qualification requirements described below by the closing date of this announcement.  NOTE: Applicants must meet time-in-grade and time after competitive appointment requirements, by the closing date of this announcement. Time-In-Grade Requirements: Federal applicants must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade to satisfy time-in-grade restrictions, per 5CFR 300, Subpart F. Applicants must have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level in the Federal service which provided the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position. Qualifying specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Experience drafting press guidance and other public affairs materials for delivery. Experience preparing briefing materials and talking points for senior officials. Experience using appropriate tact and discretion to convey information to media, the public, and senior officials verbally. There is no substitute of education for specialized experience for the GS-12 position.

Education

Education requirements do not apply to this vacancy announcement.

Contacts

• Address U.S. Department of State US Department of State 1800 G Street NW Attn: GHSD/EX/HR Washington, District of Columbia 20006 United States
• Name: Kadija Abban
• Phone: 202-663-1159
• Email: [email protected]