Assistant CLO Coordinator (USEFMs Only)

The Assistant CLO works with the CLO to identify needs within the diverse post community and responds with effective programming, information and resources, and referrals. The incumbent works under the supervision of the CLO Coordinator and is expected to interact independently with CLO clients to develop CLO materials and programs, to formulate advocacy plans, and to generate ideas for community events. In the absence of a CLO Coordinator, the Assistant CLO will serve as back-up to fulfill all responsibilities.

1. Support the CLO Coordinator in fulfilling all Eight Areas of CLO Responsibility (family member employment; crisis management and security; education; communications and outreach; guidance and referral; welcoming, orientation, and departures; community liaison; and events planning).
2. Develop and manage post programs to enhance community morale.
3. Work with the CLO to identify needs within the diverse post community and respond with effective programming, information and resources, and referrals.
4. Interact independently with CLO clients to develop CLO materials and programs, to formulate advocacy plans, and to generate ideas for community events.
5. Serve as back-up to fulfill all responsibilities in the absence of a CLO Coordinator.

1. Minimum three years of professional experience, including but not limited to administration, office management, customer service, program management, or public policy.
2. A good understanding of the Foreign Service community and the structure of the federal government.
3. Knowledge of general principles of program management and program monitoring.
4. Standard knowledge of Microsoft Office.
5. Knowledge of the Department of State’s programs and policies pertaining to CLO Coordinator’s Eight Areas of Responsibility.
6. Completion of at least two years of college or university studies.
7. Level III (Good Working Knowledge) English Speaking/Reading/Writing.
8. Exercise good judgment when advocating for diverse employees and family members and dealing with confidential matters.
9. Possess excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact well with others, demonstrating good teamwork.
10. Ability to work in a high-stress, fast-paced work environment.
11. Possess experience in data collection and report writing.
12. Ability to communicate professionally with all mission U.S. Direct Hires (USDH), Eligible Family Members (EFMs), Members of Household) (MOHs), and local staff, including agency/section heads and Ambassador level.
13. Interpersonal skills that contribute to establishing contacts in local business sector, educational and service communities.
14. Ability to interact regularly with school administrators to discuss sensitive issues.
15. All applicants under consideration will be required to pass security certifications.