Human Resources Assistant Job Vacancy at American Embassy

A: The Human Resources Assistant at the American Embassy in Colombo is responsible for providing HR support to American Citizen employees, including various categories such as U.S. Direct-Hire employees, Family Member Appointees, Personal Service Agreement appointees, Personal Services Contractors, Long-term Temporary Duty Assignments, Summer hires, and Summer Interns. The role also involves handling protocol services, the American Family Member Appointment program, visitor management, special projects, and other duties as assigned.

To be eligible for the Human Resources Assistant position, applicants must meet the following qualifications:

• Education: Completion of two years of post G.C.E (A/L) studies in Human Resource Management/General Management/Administration.
• Prior Work Experience: A minimum of three years of experience in Customer Service, Human Resource Management, General Management, or Administration.
• Language Proficiency: Fluency (Level IV) in reading, writing, and speaking English is required. Good working knowledge (Level III) in reading, writing, and speaking Sinhala and Tamil is also required.
• Job Knowledge: Good knowledge of general Human Resources Management practices.
• Skills and Abilities: Strong computer skills (Email/MS Office Package), integrity, confidentiality, ability to edit and publish policies and procedures, strong interpersonal relationship skills, ability to prioritize and follow-up duties, and problem-solving skills.

A: Applications for the Human Resources Assistant position at the American Embassy in Colombo must be submitted electronically through the Electronic Recruitment Application (ERA) system. Applicants should visit the embassy's website at https://lk.usembassy.gov/embassy/jobs/ and carefully follow the instructions provided on the website. Paper or emailed applications will not be accepted. The deadline for applications is September 23, 2023.

To be considered for employment, applicants must electronically submit the following documents along with their application:

• Relevant Educational Certificates
• Relevant Service/Work Experience Certificates
• Proof of citizenship (National Identity Card/Passport and/or Work Permit)

The monthly gross salary for the Human Resources Assistant position at the American Embassy in Colombo is USD $817. Please note that salaries for locally employed staff are denominated in US Dollars and will be paid in Sri Lankan Rupees at the prevailing exchange rate.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you are selected for further consideration