Grade: FSN 6/FP-8
Salary: UGX 44,197,171
For More Info: KampalaHR@state.gov
Who May Apply: All Interested Applicants / All Sources(Actual FS salary determined by Washington D.C.)
Security Clearance Required: Local Security Certification or Public Trust
Duration Appointment: Indefinite subject to successful completion of probationary period
Marketing Statement: We encourage you to read and understand the Eight (8) Qualities of Overseas Employees before you apply.
https://careers.state.gov/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Eight-Qualities-of-Overseas-Employees.pdf

Summary: The U.S. Mission in Uganda is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Audio-Visual Technician.

The work schedule for this position is: Full Time (40 Hours per week)

Start date: Candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time (4 weeks) following receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.

Supervisory Position: No

Duties: Under the supervision of the Customer Service Supervisor, incumbent serves as the main authority in the specialized areas of multimedia technology and digital video conferencing and is a subject matter expert with mobile computing devices for US Embassy Kampala. The Audio / Visual Technician will set up, operate, and maintain equipment used to support multimedia events (Digital Video Conferences (DVCs), and presentations) as well as official cable/satellite TV systems, satellite installations and video displays. Incumbent will also manage the Haivision digital signage program at the Embassy, which encompasses teaching selected end-users on how to use the system to promote their offices and programs and managing the overall project.

Download: Detailed Position Description | PD – Kampala Audio Visual Technician AFRCC Signed 5-2022

Qualifications and Evaluations

EDUCATION: At least completion of two years of college/university studies in Audio/Visual Technology, Information Technology, Computer Science, or Broadcast Engineering is required.

Requirements:

EXPERIENCE: A minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in audio visual and multimedia applications is required.

JOB KNOWLEDGE: The job holder should have very good knowledge of internal procedures, USG regulations or written policies as it pertains to his/her area (IRM Policies and Standards, System Security Standards number for unclassified systems and Technical manuals). Must have a good knowledge of the operational environment and have a good understanding of Uganda legal and professional procedures and practices pertaining to radio frequencies and Information Technology. Technical knowledge of mobile computing and digital video conferencing operations is required. In addition to historical knowledge, the incumbent must stay abreast of new and emerging technology developments. Good knowledge of IT networks and component equipment is required for entry at full grade level. Knowledge of telephone standards and telecommunications technology required.

Evaluations: (This may be tested)

LANGUAGE: Level III (Good Working Knowledge) speaking/writing/reading English is required.