Consular Associate

Consular Associate Job Vacancy at U.S. Embassy Addis Ababa | USEFM Opportunity

📅 Application Deadline: August 8, 2025
📍 Location: U.S. Embassy, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
💼 Position Title: Consular Associate (U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Members Only)
💰 Salary: $48,225 per year
🕒 Schedule: Full-time (40 hours/week)
📄 Vacancy Number: Addis-2025-019
📌 Appointment Type: Temporary (up to 5 years)

Job Summary:

The U.S. Embassy in Addis Ababa is hiring a Consular Associate for its Consular Section. This position is open only to U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs). The successful candidate will support a wide range of consular services including visas, American citizen services, fraud prevention, and correspondence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide non-adjudicatory visa processing support
• Assist in American Citizen Services (ACS) operations
• Support fraud prevention and investigation
• Handle official correspondence with public, legal, and government entities

Required Qualifications:

• Education: High School Diploma
• Experience:
  • 3 years of office admin experience (1 year consular preferred)
  • OR 2 years (FP-07 training level)
  • OR 1 year (FP-08 training level)
• Language: Fluent English (speaking, reading, writing)
• Skills:
  • MS Office and database management
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills
  • Ability to interpret complex regulations
  • Must obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance

Who Can Apply:

Only U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs) who meet the qualifications may apply. Preference given to U.S. Veterans and Appointment Eligible Family Members.

How to Apply:

Apply through the U.S. Mission’s Electronic Recruitment Application (ERA) portal:
🔗 Apply Here

📩 Contact Email: AddisHRO@state.gov

Required Documents:

• Resume/CV
• High School Certificate
• Copy of sponsor’s travel orders
• Passport copy
• DD-214 (for veterans, if applicable)

Important Notes:

• This role does not include relocation reimbursement
• Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

U.S. Mission is an equal opportunity employer.
We value diversity and inclusion in our workforce.