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The U.S. Mission to the United Nations (USUN) serves as the United States’ delegation to the United Nations. USUN is responsible for carrying out the nation’s participation in the world body. In 1947 the United States Mission was created by an act of Congress to assist the President and the Department of State in conducting United States policy at the United Nations. Since that time, USUN has served a vital role as the Department of State’s UN branch. Today, USUN has approximately 150 people on staff who serve to represent the United States’ political, economic and social, legal, military, public diplomacy and management interests at the United Nations.
USUN is divided into the following sections – Executive; Washington; Political; Management and Reform; Economic and Social; Legal; Military Staff; Public Affairs; Host Country; Management; and Security.
The United States Mission to the United Nations is located at 799 United Nations Plaza (between E. 44th and E. 45th on First Ave) across the street from United Nations Headquarters.
Travel Assistant job at U.S. Mission
U.S. Mission
The U.S. Mission in Uganda is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Travel Assistant.
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.
Assists travelers making travel arrangements to include making recommendations, consistent with all travel regulations and post guidance, about travel routes, lodging options, per diem allowances, mixed transport options, etc.
Advises USG direct hire staff about their travel related entitlements and ensures that their travel authorizations conform to the regulations.
Coordinates with the Travel Agent/Contractor and Customs & Shipping staff to ensure that travel related permissions/formalities (visas, medical, time, etc.) are adhered to.
Works with Travel Agent/Contractor to ensure that tickets are issued for properly approved travel authorizations.
Maintains recordkeeping to support validation and research needs, with a focus on softcopy recordkeeping wherever possible.
Working with relevant Management Section staff, maintains appropriate contacts with travel vendors. Coordinates with relevant staff to ensure that the travel needs of Mission visitors (including 100s of VIPs per year) are appropriately serviced.
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COMMERCIAL
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INDUSTRIAL
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RESIDENTIAL
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INDUSTRIAL
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RESIDENTIAL
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COMMERCIAL
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COMMERCIAL
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COMMERCIAL
SERVICES
COMMERCIAL
SERVICES
INDUSTRIAL
SERVICES
RESIDENTIAL
Completion of two years of general college studies is required.
Requirements:
EXPERIENCE:
Three years of experience in travel reservation, event coordination, accounting, or voucher examining is required.
JOB KNOWLEDGE:
Practical knowledge of general accounting principles and excellent customer service.
Excellent knowledge of travel sector issues inside Uganda and internationally is very important to being an effective Senior Travel Assistant.
LANGUAGE:
Level IV English ability (fluent written, spoken and reading).
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Must have the ability to: Interact with tact and diplomacy with all levels of Mission personnel.
Articulate complex issues both orally and in writing
Interpret and apply technical regulations
Work in a pressurized environment
Meet deadlines
Competently navigate around MS Word, MS Excel and MS Access
Work independently on routine matters
APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION MUST BE ONLINE
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