Experiential Learning and American Spaces Coordinator at U.S. Embassy South Africa

Duties

The Experiential Learning and American Spaces Coordinator works under the direct supervision of the Emerging Voices (EV) Specialist or Public Affairs Officer (PAO) designee. The position has no supervisory responsibilities. Coordinates Consulate General Cape Town Public Diplomacy (PD) outreach to EV audiences through Experiential Learning (EXPL projects) and partner American Spaces events, typically "learning through experience" activities such as tech or entrepreneurship camps, music and sports programs, journalism training, and other focused community engagement programs. Designs, develops, identifies co-sponsors and funding sources for, plans, and oversees a range of outreach activities at American Spaces and other external venues in support of Mission goals. Responsible for the day-to-day oversight, management, and operations of partner American Spaces in the consular district. Provides guidance, coaching, and mentorship to American Space liaisons and staff.

Qualifications and Evaluations

Requirements:

EXPERIENCE: 

• A minimum of three years of progressively responsible experience in a multilingual,multicultural, multinational, government, or museum environment with marketing, public relations, communication, or education duties as a significant part of the job is required.

Education Requirements:

• University Degree in communications, international relations, intercultural/multicultural studies, arts management, marketing, or local equivalent is required.

Evaluations:

LANGUAGE: 

Level 4 (Fluent) Speaking/Reading/Writing English is required and Level 4 (Fluent) Speaking/Reading/Writing one additional South African official language is required.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO): 

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.

Qualifications:

• All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications.