U.S. Mission Niamey
Vacancy Announcement Number: 2017-07
OPEN TO: All Interested Candidates / All Sources
POSITION: Budget Analyst/Accounting Technician FSN-7, FP-7


OPENING DATE: May 24, 2017
CLOSING DATE: June 6, 2017
WORK HOURS: Full-time 40 hours/week

SALARY: Ordinarily Resident (OR): FSN- 7
Not-Ordinarily Resident (NOR): FP-07
*Final grade/step for NORs will be determined by Washington.
ALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT (OR) APPLICANTS (See Appendix for definition) MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.
The U.S. Mission in Niamey, Niger is seeking eligible and qualified applicant for the position of Budget Analyst/ Accounting Technician in the Financial Management Office (FMO).

BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION
Under the direct supervision of the Financial Specialist, incumbent is one of two positions serving as the primary budget analyst and accountant for State/Program, State/PD, State/Representation, State/ORE, Consular Affairs, Overseas Buildings Operations (OBO), Diplomatic Security (DS), and Payroll budgets and accounting. Provides accounting support for International Cooperative Administrative Support Services (ICASS) budgets. Provides comprehensive financial management support from budget formulation to execution and reporting for assigned budgets. Communicates directly with the section heads about budgets and financial plans.
The incumbent is familiar with all aspects of the Financial Management Center, ensuring all obligations are legal and proper in compliance with Department of State (DOS) Policies and adhere to Uniform Service Standards.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
Applicants MUST address each required qualification listed below and attach specific information supporting each item. Please see the specific directions below under “how to apply”. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not qualified.
1. EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration is required.
2. EXPERIENCE: Four years of experience in the field of allotment accounting, general accounting or bookkeeping in the accounting/finance section of a private business, NGO or governmental organization is required.
3. LANGUAGE: Level IV (Fluent) Speaking/Writing/Reading English Level IV (Fluent) Speaking/Writing/Reading French are required. English will be tested.

4. SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Strong computational and analytical skills are required along with excellent oral and written communication skills. A solid foundation in Microsoft Office software applications, especially in Excel and Word. The ability to perform advanced financial modeling independently. Must have a thorough knowledge of RFMS, the budgeting processes including financial planning, allotment accounting, the financial management regulations, rules, and processes of the agency or various agencies supported and the mission(s)/program(s)/and projects of the agency(ies) supported and their financial implications. Must also have the same level of knowledge relative to the of the FMS computerized data base to support financial management operations of supported agency. Must be able to relate financial activities (e.g., obligations, liquidations, strip coding, etc.) to financial plans and budgeting requirements for the out-year. Conversely must be able to relate changes in mission, programs and projects to financial management considerations, e.g., budgeting, planning, fund obligations, etc. Must be able to analyze complex issues, relate them to mission or financial requirements, and explain ramifications to higher graded personnel or to representative(s) of agency(s) head supported. Must demonstrate accuracy in data entry.

5. JOB KNOWLEDGE: A strong knowledge of accounting and budgeting principles, as well as an in depth knowledge of the financial principals, regulations, and procedures of the DOS. Basic knowledge of the operations of the embassy as it relates to the formulation and development of operational budgets. Must have an in depth knowledge of the assigned supported agency’s mission/program/projects and their implications from the financial management processes such as budget formulation, financial planning, budget execution and allotment accounting, and management advisory services. Must also have an expert knowledge of the Financial Management System, the US appropriations and budgeting process and regulatory/legal requirements, and the headquarters organization of the assigned agency supported.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: The complete position description listing all of the duties and responsibilities may be obtained on our website at https://Niamey.USEmbassy.gov or by contacting the Human Resources Office at, 20-72-60-61 Ext. 4146/4479.
HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS: When qualified, 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**
* IMPORTANT: Applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of the most recent Member Copy Four (4) of the DD-214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, and, if applicable, a letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. If claiming conditional eligibility for U.S. Veterans’ preference, applicants must submit proof of conditional eligibility. If the written documentation confirming eligibility is not received in the HR office by the closing date of the vacancy announcement, the U.S. Veterans’ preference will not be considered in the application process. Mission HR’s decision on eligibility for U.S. Veterans’ preference after reviewing all required documentation is final.
** This level of preference applies to all Foreign Service employees on LWOP.
ADDITIONAL SELECTION CRITERIA:
1. Management may consider any of the following when determining successful candidacy: nepotism, conflicts of interest, budget, and residency status.
2. Current OR employees serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply. Current OR employees with an Overall Summary Rating of Needs Improvement or Unsatisfactory on their most recent Employee Performance Report (EPR) are not eligible to apply.
3. Current NOR employees hired on a Family Member Appointment (FMA) or a Personal Service Agreement (PSA) are not eligible to apply within the first 90 calendar days of their employment, unless they have a When Actually Employed (WAE) work schedule.
4. The candidate must be able to obtain and hold the following: non-sensitive security clearance.
5. Candidates who are EFMs, USEFMs, AEFMs, or MOHs must have at least one year remaining on their sponsor’s tour of duty to be considered eligible to apply for this position.

HOW TO APPLY: Applicants must submit the following documents to be considered. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not qualified.
1. Universal Application for Employment (UAE) (Form DS-174), which is available on our website in both French and English at: https://Niamey.USEmbassy.govor by contacting Human Resources. (See “For Further Information” above)

2. Any additional documentation that supports or addresses the requirements listed above (e.g. transcripts, degrees, etc.) All applicants must address each specific and comprehensive information and supporting documentation for each item. Candidate MUST attach copies of supporting documentation for required qualifications to include, but not limited to:
a. Copy of certification of Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration is required.

b. Work attestations for all relevant work experience.
c. Driver’s License
d. Local Work permit or proof of Nigerien citizenship. ALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT (OR) APPLICANTS MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.
e. Other as required/designated in Vacancy Announcement.

WHERE TO APPLY:
Human Resources Office
Mailing Address: BP 11201
E-mail Address: HRONiamey@state.gov
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: 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. The Department of State also strives to achieve equal employment opportunity in all personnel operations through continuing diversity enhancement programs. The EEO complaint procedure is not available to individuals who believe they have been denied equal opportunity based upon marital status or political affiliation. Individuals with such complaints should avail themselves of the appropriate grievance procedures, remedies for prohibited personnel practices, and/or courts for relief.

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