U.S. Consulate Hyderabad hiring Public Engagement Specialist

Hyderabad: The U.S. Consulate General in Hyderabad is actively recruiting for the role of Public Engagement Specialist (Emerging Voices). The position is open to all qualified candidates, and the application deadline is October 6, 2024.

Position details:

Title: Public Engagement Specialist (Emerging Voices)
Salary: INR ₹2,023,793 per year
Work schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week
Location: Hyderabad
Appointment Type: Permanent

Job responsibilities:

The Emerging Voices (EV) Specialist will operate under the direct supervision of the Public Engagement Specialist or the Public Affairs Officer designee.

This role involves leading the Consulate’s Public Diplomacy (PD) efforts with the EV audience sector, which includes youth, minorities, and other influential groups using new digital communication channels. The specialist will plan, develop, coordinate, oversee, and evaluate PD activities and initiatives aimed at these sectors.

The specialist will also coordinate with colleagues on education outreach, academic advising, English language programs, experiential learning, and exchange and alumni programs, focusing on hard-to-reach or minority groups crucial to Mission goals.

Qualifications:

Experience: Minimum of four years in a multilingual, multicultural, or multinational environment, with significant duties in marketing, public relations, communication, or education. Experience in audience or market analysis and social media management is required.
Knowledge: In-depth understanding of U.S. foreign policy, American interests in India, and the EV sector. Knowledge of regional, ethnic, socio-economic, and cultural factors affecting EV perceptions is essential.

Education: A university degree in communications, journalism, international affairs, American or intercultural studies, marketing, or a local equivalent is required.

Skills and abilities:

Language proficiency: English Level IV (speak, read, write) and Telugu, Hindi, or Urdu Level IV (speak, read, write) required; proficiency will be tested.

Skills: Strong analytical, communication, interpersonal, management, and technical skills are necessary.

Application instructions:

Candidates must be able to obtain and hold a Public Trust clearance. To apply, visit the Electronic Recruitment Application (ERA) website. Paper or emailed applications will not be accepted.

Steps to apply:

1. Access the Electronic Recruitment Application (ERA) website.
2. Locate the job vacancy.
3. Review the vacancy announcement to ensure qualifications.
4. Click the Apply to this Vacancy button.
5. If you don’t have an account, create one by clicking “Create an Account” on the ERA Sign In page.
6. Complete the Account Creation form and log in with your new credentials.
7. From the Dashboard Page, select ‘Return to Job Search,’ choose the position, complete the application process, and submit.
8. Ensure all applications and required documents are submitted through ERA.

Required documents:

• Residency and/or Work Permit
• Degree (not transcript)
• Degree with transcript
• Certificate or License

Next steps:

Candidates selected for a language or skills test or invited for an interview will be contacted via email. Please visit the ERA web page for additional details on current vacancies and to apply.