Thursday, September 9, 2010

US Embassy Jakarta


Shipping Assistant/ Chauffeur

Basic Function of Position
  • The incumbent responsible to facilitate the importation, free entry, customs clearance, release and delivery of OBO and Contractor air and sea official shipments to post in support of multi-million dollar construction contracts at the projects. S/He operates motor vehicles to transport personnel, official visitors, cargo, or documents within the city and surrounding area.  Maintains vehicle in clean and serviceable condition and purchases fuel for all project vehicles.  Completes daily vehicle logs and accounts for all gas expended. Overtime and weekend work will be required.
Qualifications Required
Note: All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.
  • Completion a College Degree in Business Administration, Social Science or Finance, International Relations or Construction related degree is required.
  • Minimum three years progressive experience in managing logistics, freight forwarding, and customs clearance is required.
  • Level IV (fluent) speaking/reading/writing both in English and Bahasa Indonesia are required.
  • Must be familiar with the Indonesian government’s policies and diplomatic privileges, Indonesian Customs and Traffic Code, Customs requirements and procedure for importation and exportation of goods shipments. Familiarity with local traffic laws and patterns.  Must know and be able to navigate to commonly known places of interest such as main government buildings and hotels, main road intersections, main common tourist points of interest.
  • Must have good organizational and interpersonal skills. Must be tactful, yet effective, in dealing with host country Customs, immigration, border and other officials, and with officials of shipping, packing, and transfer companies. Ability to negotiate best prices and services. Must have a valid driver's license (SIM B1) – A copy must be attached to applications.
  • Must have Strong knowledge of all Microsoft Office suite products, specifically MS Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook.
  • Salary: Ordinarily Resident: Rp. 69,275,463- p.a.
  • Closing date: June 29, 2011
Administrative Clerk
Basic Function of Position
  • The incumbent provides, on an as-needed basis, temporary office and functional coverage for local employees, and performs short-term assistance for special projects or periods of increased work levels in any Mission office to which s/he is assigned.
Qualifications Required
Note: All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.
  • At least 2 years College or University studies in Business Administration or related field is required.
  • Minimum six months secretarial or clerical experience is required.
  • Level IV (fluent) in speaking/reading/writing English and Bahasa Indonesia are required.
  • Must be a quick learner and able to adapt to a variety of office settings.
  • Must have proficiency with Microsoft Office and other computer programs. Must have office management skills such as word processing, filing, drafting, correspondence and others.
  • Must have strong organizational skills with the ability to schedule, make travel arrangements, and coordinate projects.
  • Salary: Ordinarily Resident: Rp. 69,275,463- p.a.
  • Closing date: June 29, 2011
Mechanic (Carpenter)
Basic Function of Position
  • The incumbent performs full journey level in carpentry and building construction trade. S/He performs wood construction, renovation, installation, preventive maintenance, and repairs on extensive range of small and large wood structures and wood accessories for various Governments held properties.
Qualifications Required
Note: All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.
  • Minimum High School Diploma is required.
  • At least two years direct experience in maintenance, repair and construction of carpentry type of work is required.
  • Level II (Limited Knowledge) speaking/reading/writing in English, and Level III (Good Working Knowledge) speaking/reading/writing in Bahasa Indonesia are required.
  • Must have knowledge of standard rules and regulations, some local sources of material and products, local cultures, customs and attitudes in each different region. Must have an advanced knowledge in carpentry and be enthusiastic to learn new technology. Should understand the aspects of different jobs, and to learn how to fulfill and complete various job requirements in accordance.
  • Skills in using carpentry power tools, and utilize modern carpentry equipment (band saw, molding machine, cutting machine, planner, and etc. Skills in manual and mechanical lifting, usage of various safety equipment, etc.
  • Must be able to operate basic truck, forklift, and utility and common vehicles. Driving skill/license (SIM A) is required – a copy must be attached to applications.
  • Salary: Ordinarily Resident: Rp. 45,033,510- p.a.
  • Closing date: June 29, 2011
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