Program Assistant (Defense Attaché Office)

U.S. Embassy Riga, Latvia
Vacancy Announcement Number: RIGA-2021-02

Position Title: Program Assistant (Defense Attaché Office)
Opening Period: February 22, 2021 – March 8, 2021
Position Series/Grade: FSN-1605-9
Gross Salary Range
(prior to tax deductions): 25,213 EUR/year - 35,297 EUR/year
Work Schedule: Full time – 40 hours per week
Benefits: Health Insurance (self and family)
For More Info: Human Resources Offic
Who May Apply: All interested applicants
Security Clearance Required: Non-Sensitive
Duration of Appointment: This position is temporary. Appointment will end in January 2023.

How to apply: https://lv.usembassy.gov/embassy/jobs/

Defense Attaché Office (DAO) Program Assistant is a specialist of host nation military affairs who serves as advisor on military defense, industry and security related issues for the Defense Attaché (DATT). The Program Assistant supports the DATT in representing the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) to Latvian government officials by assisting in the planning, implementation and administration of U.S. government (USG) engagement, outreach, community relations and educational events in Latvia. Additionally, the Program Assistant performs administrative duties as required by the DAO staff for the progression of DAO activities/events. Other tasks involve performing DAO Chauffeur duties, when required.  

Education: University degree required. Must have a valid type B driver's license.

Experience: Three years of administrative work that includes gathering, analyzing, interpreting, and reporting of information. Experience in corresponding and interacting with high ranking military, government or civil officials.

Language: English level IV (Fluent) Written/Speaking/Reading is required. Latvian level IV (Fluent) Written/Speaking/Reading is required.

Skills and abilities: Must have good understanding of the Latvian government and security institutions, their structures, missions and policies. Must be familiar with correspondence formats, protocol, and military and aviation terminology. Must be comfortable with word-processing and the use of spreadsheets in order to manipulate electronic documents and maintain databases and lists. Must be able to write reports/letters in English and Latvian. Must have excellent planning and organizational skills. Must be able to work independently.