VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 17/048
OPEN TO: All Interested Candidates/ All sources
POSITION: Chauffeur
OPENING DATE: June 12, 2017
CLOSING DATE: June 19, 2017
WORK HOURS: Full-time; 48 hours/week
SALARY: Ordinarily Resident (OR): FSN- 3; (Step 1- TZS 14,388,405 through Step 13- 21,582,609 per annum)
Not-Ordinarily Resident (NOR): FP- BB*
*Final grade/step for NORs will be determined by Washington.
The “Open To” category listed above refers to candidates who are eligible to apply for this position. The “Open To” category should not be confused with a “hiring preference” which is explained later in this vacancy announcement.
ALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT (OR) APPLICANTS (See Appendix A for definition) MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.
The US Mission in Dar es Salaam is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Chauffeur in the Marine Detachment Section.
BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION
Serves as a Chauffeur in the US Embassy motor pool with responsibility for seeing to the safety and comfort of passengers in transit, proper loading and unloading of vehicles and security of cargo when assigned to drive truck. As required, act as a messenger in delivering invitations and other various documents.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
60%
Operates all terrain and passenger vehicles and flat-bed trucks. Performs routine duties and may act as a messenger in delivering documents or invitations to other embassies, government bodies or associated U.S. Agencies and may be assigned up-country trips. Must communicate in English on the radio anytime he is in the vehicle.
20%
Responsible for safety operation and maintenance of Embassy vehicles assigned. Schedule and deliver vehicles to the garage for tune-ups. Responsible for proper loading and unloading of vehicles, security of cargo and safety of passengers on transit. Also assist visitors and TDY ers at the airport when necessary.
20%
Makes daily appropriate entries on trip tickets and record in the systems through WEB PASS.Immediate preparation of accidents report and advises Motor pool supervisor of any vehicles defects.
Qualifications Required:
All applicants must address each required qualification listed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not qualified.
Education: Completion of Primary School is required.
Prior Work Experience: Three years driving experience from private corporations or government agencies is required.
Language Proficiency: Level III (good working knowledge) in English and Kiswahili is required.
Skills and Abilities: Class C local driver’s license appropriate to drive all types of vehicles is required.
Knowledge: Must be familiar with local traffic laws and area traffic patterns. Should have thorough knowledge of roads and streets in Dar es Salaam. Must be familiar with simple auto mechanics is required.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: The complete position description listing all of the duties and responsibilities can be obtained on our website and/or by contacting the Human Resources Office DarRecruitment@state.gov.
HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants in the following hiring preference categories are extended a hiring preference in the order listed below. Therefore, it is essential that these applicants accurately describe their status on the application. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not eligible for a hiring preference.
HIRING PREFERENCE ORDER:
AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*
AEFM / USEFM
FS on LWOP**
* IMPORTANT: Applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of the most recent Member Copy Four (4) of the DD-214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, and, if applicable, a letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. If claiming conditional eligibility for U.S. Veterans’ preference, applicants must submit proof of conditional eligibility. If the written documentation confirming eligibility is not received in the HR office by the closing date of the vacancy announcement, the U.S. Veterans’ preference will not be considered in the application process. Mission HR’s decision on eligibility for U.S. Veterans’ preference after reviewing all required documentation is final.
** This level of preference applies to all Foreign Service employees on LWOP.
ADDITIONAL SELECTION CRITERIA:
Management will consider when determining successful candidacy: nepotism, conflicts of interest, budget, and residency status.
Current OR employees serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply. Current OR employees with an Overall Summary rating of Needs Improvement or Unsatisfactory on their most recent Employee Performance report (EPR) are not eligible to apply.
Current NOR employees hired on a Family Member Employment (FMA) or a Personal Service Agreement (PSA) are not eligible to apply within the first 90 calendar days of their employment, unless they have a When Actually Employed (WAE) work schedule.
HOW TO APPLY: Please ensure documents are in Microsoft Word, JPEG, TIFF and/or Adobe Acrobat PDF format.
SkyDrive or Cloud files other than in above specified above will NOT be accepted and your application will be determined invalid.
Applicants must submit the following documents to be considered. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not qualified.
Universal Application for Employment (UAE) (Form DS-174), which is available on our website or by contacting Human Resources. (See “For Further Information” above);
Any additional documentation that supports or addresses the requirements listed above (e.g. resume, transcripts, degrees, etc.)
Copy of Primary School Cert and Driver’s license.
For Tanzanian Nationals: Copy of Passport, or National ID, or Voters ID
For Other Nationals: please attach current Resident/Work Permit and copy of valid Passport.
WHERE TO APPLY: Effective immediately only online applications will be accepted via DarRecruitment@state.gov
Applicants MUST follow instructions in the notice on the website.
When sending an online application, please indicate the position title in the subject line.
Failure to do so will result in an incomplete application.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age(below compulsory retirement age), disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation. The Department of State also strives to achieve equal employment opportunity in all personnel operations through continuing diversity enhancement programs. The EEO complaint procedure is not available to individuals who believe they have been denied equal opportunity based upon marital status or political affiliation. Individuals with such complaints should avail themselves of the appropriate grievance procedures, remedies for prohibited personnel practices, and/or courts for relief.
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VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 17/061
Re-advertised
OPEN TO: All Interested Candidates/ All sources
POSITION: Senior Public Health Specialist – Care and Treatment
OPENING DATE: June 12, 2017
CLOSING DATE: June 19, 2017
WORK HOURS: Full-time; 40 hours/week
SALARY: Ordinarily Resident (OR): FSN- 11; (Step 1- TZS 69,422,538 through Step 13- 104,133,810 per annum)
Not-Ordinarily Resident (NOR): FP- 4*
*Final grade/step for NORs will be determined by Washington.
The “Open To” category listed above refers to candidates who are eligible to apply for this position. The “Open To” category should not be confused with a “hiring preference” which is explained later in this vacancy announcement.
ALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT (OR) APPLICANTS (See Appendix A for definition) MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.
The US Mission in Dar es Salaam is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Senior Public Health Specialist – Care and Treatment at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION
The Sr. Public Health Specialist (C&T), works under the supervision of the Behavioral Prevention Team Lead to provide technical assistance and oversight to all CDC- funded government (2), para-statal (2) and international Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs; 5) Counseling and Testing (CT) partners. In addition as Lead of the US Government (USG) CT Interagency Technical Team (ITT) the incumbent provides technical advice on all USG CT program support across agencies and represents the USG vis-Ã -vis government in relevant CT technical meetings.
The incumbent serves as the primary CDC contact for external partners for all issues related to CDC-supported counseling and testing program activities. Serves as the Project Officer for all counseling and testing components of all CDC-supported cooperative agreements in Tanzania. Serves as a primary contributor to the planning, development, and review of the counseling and testing components of the annual Country Operational Plan (COP) for Tanzania. Monitors and evaluates progress of projects, identifying technical, personnel, logistical, and financial problems and makes or recommends revisions as necessary to overcome obstacles and constraints to progress. Identifies training needs and participates in the development and implementation of training courses for partner organizations.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Planning and Coordination
30%
Job holder serves as a primary advisor in the planning and development of counselling and testing program activities included in the annual COP for Tanzania. As USG CT ITT Lead provides technical advice and inputs into overall USG CT program and service support across USG agencies. In collaboration with other USG partners, compiles and edits program activities for the COP. Participates in reviews of the plan and recommends revisions as needed.
Drafts technical requirements for CDC CT program announcements for cooperative agreements supporting counselling and testing program activities. Reviews cooperative agreement applications from partner agencies for technical soundness and appropriateness of budget requests. Participates with partners in the development of work plans for implementation of activities following cooperative agreement awards.
Job holder represents USG Tanzania for HIV counselling and testing issues at technical, policy and strategic planning meetings with collaborators. Acts as an expert national resource on matters pertaining to HIV counselling and testing.
Incumbent serves as a member and advisor on the Ministry of Health National AIDS Control Program (MOH NACP) CT working group for coordination of counselling and testing issues on a national level. The sub-committee assesses program needs and issues at the National level, communicates these needs/issues, and ensures consistency in the implementation of best practices for HIV counselling and testing on a national level and recommends revisions to policies and guidelines.
Facilitates and serves as a resource to MOH NACP and USG to ensure CT service expansion plans are developed and address the right balance of expansion between different types of settings, i.e. facility-based versus community-based settings, and different CT modalities, e.g. Provider-Initiated Testing & Counseling (PITC) and Client-Initiated Counseling & Testing (CICT).
Collaborates with MOH NACP and USG staff from other program areas to ensure that CT work plans and expansion plans are developed in sink and coordination with other relevant services including, but not limited to laboratory support, care and treatment services, infection prevention and control etc.
Technical Assistance and Oversight
50%
Provides technical assistance and oversight on all CT program aspects to:
The MOH AIDS Control CT programs for Tanzania mainland and Zanzibar (2 government stakeholders)
Bugando Medical Center and Muhimbili University & Hopistal (2 paratstal CT partners)
All CDC-funded CT NGO partners (currently 5 partners: Balm in Gilead, Columbia University, IntraHealth, ITECH and Pathfinder)
Serves as technical expert on all technical aspect of CT programs across USG agencies investing in and supporting CT services, i.e. USAID, DOD and CDC.
Serves as direct supervisor to the second CDC CT program officer currently being recruited, facilitating the orientation of the new staff, assisting with individual work plan development, conducting regular performance appraisals and assisting with identification of capacity building needs.
Ensures that supported activities at multiple delivery sites conform to national standards, guidelines, and USG/CDC technical strategies. Identifies and corrects problems, barriers, and issues impeding the effective implementation of counselling and testing program activities.
Advises national CT program and partner agencies on use and expansion of different CT service modalities, including
PITC in clinical and facility-based settings,
mobile CT services for Most-At-Risk services and remote rural areas,
home-based and index patient testing in high prevalence areas and in collaboration with care and treatment programs and services, and
CICT through VCT services and campaigns.
Develops and maintains effective liaisons with CT program officers and directors in implementing partner organizations to ensure that timelines and quality standards for implementation of program activities are met.
Identifies staff training needs in implementing partner organizations, in particular for government agency CT staff, and facilitates and participates in the planning and development of training programs, teaching modules, manuals, and educational materials to address identified needs. Builds staff capacity through mentoring.
Keeps up to date with scientific developments, innovations, best practices and new approaches in area of expertise.
Participates in the design and development of program guidelines and activities, including protocols for HIV counselling and testing.
Oversees and supports the development of a National Quality Assurance (QA) CT framework, in collaboration with selected partners including CDC Atlanta, IntraHealth and the NACP CT program.
Ensures continuous collaboration with the CDC laboratory support sector and team for HIV testing and laboratory related HIV serology.
Ensures integration and implementation of appropriate injection safety and infection prevention and control measures (e.g., uses of gloves and safety boxes for sharps disposal, and proper management of infectious waste) among CT partners and services.
Conducts regular, at the minimum quarterly, site visits to provide technical assistance and oversight to CT partners in program implementation, both in the context of visits to CDC-funded CT partners as well as a member of joint interagency team site visits.
Facilitates liaison of USG staff with MOH CT staff for key USG & MOH CT meetings for both Tanzania mainland and Zanzibar.
Ensures adherence to established work plans and CDC and PEPFAR guidelines, policies and priorities.
Monitoring and Evaluation
20%
Provides technical assistance to the MOHSW and other partners in the design and implementation of tools, reporting instruments, and systems to effectively monitor and evaluate counselling and testing and injection safety program activities. Serves as a programmatic resource in the design and development of information systems and databases to monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of counselling and testing programs.
Ensures that CT M&E tools and systems are harmonized with tools and systems from other relevant services and programs such as laboratory and care & treatment services.
Maintains effective liaisons with program officer partner staff to ensure that partners meet monitoring requirements for supported cooperative agreement activities (e.g., quarterly reports, continuation applications, and supplemental applications). Reviews cooperative agreement narrative and financial reports to assess progress in meeting stated objectives and the status of expenditures in relation to planned budgets.
Conducts site visits to assess progress of partner organizations in meeting program objectives. Analyzes and evaluates program activities and writes reports on findings for presentation at national and international conferences and meetings. Provides guidance and technical assistance to partners in analyzing and evaluating program activities and developing reports and presentations for conferences and meetings.
Coordinates and oversees CT data compilation, review and quality for Semi-annual progress reports
Participates and at times leads the identification of relevant CT study and research questions in collaboration with the Interagency PHE Coordinator/CDC Associate Director for Science and prevention study focal points.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
All applicants must address each required qualification listed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not qualified.
Education:
Medical degree and/or advanced degree in Public Health and/or Social Sciences required.
Experience:
A minimum of three years of working experience in HIV behavioral prevention activities (Planning, developing, implementing and evaluating HIV/AIDS programs) is required.
Language:
Level IV (fluent) speaking and written communication in English and Kiswahili is required. (This will be tested)
Skills and Abilities
Excellent writing skills and computer skills is required.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: The complete position description listing all of the duties and responsibilities can be obtained on our website and/or by contacting the Human Resources Office DarRecruitment@state.gov.
HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants in the following hiring preference categories are extended a hiring preference in the order listed below. Therefore, it is essential that these applicants accurately describe their status on the application. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not eligible for a hiring preference.
HIRING PREFERENCE ORDER:
AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*
AEFM / USEFM
FS on LWOP**
* IMPORTANT: Applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of the most recent Member Copy Four (4) of the DD-214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, and, if applicable, a letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. If claiming conditional eligibility for U.S. Veterans’ preference, applicants must submit proof of conditional eligibility. If the written documentation confirming eligibility is not received in the HR office by the closing date of the vacancy announcement, the U.S. Veterans’ preference will not be considered in the application process. Mission HR’s decision on eligibility for U.S. Veterans’ preference after reviewing all required documentation is final.
** This level of preference applies to all Foreign Service employees on LWOP.
ADDITIONAL SELECTION CRITERIA:
Management will consider when determining successful candidacy: nepotism, conflicts of interest, budget, and residency status.
Current OR employees serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply. Current OR employees with an Overall Summary rating of Needs Improvement or Unsatisfactory on their most recent Employee Performance report (EPR) are not eligible to apply.
Current NOR employees hired on a Family Member Employment (FMA) or a Personal Service Agreement (PSA) are not eligible to apply within the first 90 calendar days of their employment, unless they have a When Actually Employed (WAE) work schedule.
HOW TO APPLY: Please ensure documents are in Microsoft Word, JPEG, TIFF and/or Adobe Acrobat PDF format.
SkyDrive or Cloud files other than in above specified above will NOT be accepted and your application will be determined invalid.
Applicants must submit the following documents to be considered. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not qualified.
Universal Application for Employment (UAE) (Form DS-174), which is available on our website or by contacting Human Resources. (See “For Further Information” above);
Any additional documentation that supports or addresses the requirements listed above (e.g. resume, transcripts, degrees, etc.)
Copy of Degree.
For Tanzanian Nationals: Copy of Passport, or National ID, or Voters ID
For Other Nationals: please attach current Resident/Work Permit and copy of valid Passport.
WHERE TO APPLY: Effective immediately only online applications will be accepted via DarRecruitment@state.gov
Applicants MUST follow instructions in the notice on the website.
When sending an online application, please indicate the position title in the subject line.
Failure to do so will result in an incomplete application.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age(below compulsory retirement age), disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation. The Department of State also strives to achieve equal employment opportunity in all personnel operations through continuing diversity enhancement programs. The EEO complaint procedure is not available to individuals who believe they have been denied equal opportunity based upon marital status or political affiliation. Individuals with such complaints should avail themselves of the appropriate grievance procedures, remedies for prohibited personnel practices, and/or courts for relief.
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VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 17/137
OPEN TO: All Interested Applicants/ All sources
POSITION: A/C Mechanic
OPENING DATE: June 12, 2017
CLOSING DATE: June 19, 2017
WORK HOURS: Full-time; 40 hours/week
SALARY: Ordinarily Resident (OR): FSN- 5; (Step 1- TZS 15,441,115 through Step 13- 23,161,675 per annum)
Not-Ordinarily Resident (NOR): FP- 9*
*Final grade/step for NORs will be determined by Washington.
The “Open To” category listed above refers to candidates who are eligible to apply for this position. The “Open To” category should not be confused with a “hiring preference” which is explained later in this vacancy announcement.
ALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT (OR) APPLICANTS (See Appendix A for definition) MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.
The US Mission in Dar es Salaam is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of A/C Mechanic in the Facilities Maintenance Section.
BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION
Performs skilled HVAC related installation, troubleshooting and repair type maintenance work on air conditioning systems at the Embassy Compound and at 100 owned or leased residences by USG.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
50%
This position is responsible to install, troubleshoot, diagnose, maintain and repair all Heating/Ventilation and Air conditioning Equipment, air handling equipment, all humidity control equipment, all associated pumping systems, piping systems and control systems, and all electric refrigeration systems at the embassy residences and the embassy compound. Maintains and repairs all systems such as Chillers, Air Handling Units, Air duct working systems, compressors, cooling units, condensers, valves, relays, switches, piping and Freon gas recovery and replacement systems, additionally performs electrical work on the control systems and power supplies. Responds to embassy and or residences during emergencies and trouble reports and corrects problems encountered with minimal help and supervision. Identify all required parts, materials supplies, inputs these into the procurement systems and estimates his/her projects or repairs completely. Plans and schedules work load in conjunction with Supervisor.
20%
Duties include performing Monthly prevention maintenance inspections , examination and surveys of equipment and prepare reports on the condition of equipment with recommendations on repair or replacement work required. Prepares monthly/weekly inventory requests for parts and materials needed for preventative maintenance program. Conducts the preventative maintenance program with the other A/C Mechanics.
20%
Provides recommendations to Maintenance Supervisor and Facility Manager on equipment replacements, repair, and modifications to existing standard operating procedures.
10%
Operate and keep track of the performance of all HVAC systems at the Embassy and at all GOV Owned \long term and short term lease residences .Maintain records of all materials used in maintenance works for HVAC. Work with manufacturers’ manuals and technical drawings as necessary.
Performs job activities and duties in a responsible manner to avoid the creation of safety or health hazards; conforms to established safety and health policies and procedures; properly utilizes appropriate personal protection equipment as required by the job activity; informs supervisor of all accidents, illnesses and injuries; promptly reports unsafe or hazardous conditions.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
All applicants must address each required qualification listed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not qualified.
Education:
Completion of Secondary School (form IV) is required. Completion of technical vocational school or equivalent training is required.
Experience:
Must have a minimum of five years’ work experience in air-conditioning. Must have experience with Building Automation System (BAS) hardware. Must have experience with variable air volume systems. Must have demonstrated Chiller System experience, AHU (Air Handling Units) and Split Pack experience is required.
Language:
Level III (good working knowledge) in English and Level IV (Fluent) (speaking, reading, and writing) in Kiswahili is required. (This will be tested)
Knowledge:
Must have a thorough knowledge in practices and procedures in air-conditioning, specializing inducted systems, particularly variable air volume systems. Must understand variable frequency motor drives are required.
Skills and Abilities:
Valid driver’s license is required.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: The complete position description listing all of the duties and responsibilities can be obtained on our website and/or by contacting the Human Resources Office DarRecruitment@state.gov.
HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants in the following hiring preference categories are extended a hiring preference in the order listed below. Therefore, it is essential that these applicants accurately describe their status on the application. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not eligible for a hiring preference.
HIRING PREFERENCE ORDER:
AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*
AEFM / USEFM
FS on LWOP**
* IMPORTANT: Applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of the most recent Member Copy Four (4) of the DD-214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, and, if applicable, a letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. If claiming conditional eligibility for U.S. Veterans’ preference, applicants must submit proof of conditional eligibility. If the written documentation confirming eligibility is not received in the HR office by the closing date of the vacancy announcement, the U.S. Veterans’ preference will not be considered in the application process. Mission HR’s decision on eligibility for U.S. Veterans’ preference after reviewing all required documentation is final.
** This level of preference applies to all Foreign Service employees on LWOP.
ADDITIONAL SELECTION CRITERIA:
Management will consider when determining successful candidacy: nepotism, conflicts of interest, budget, and residency status.
Current OR employees serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply. Current OR employees with an Overall Summary rating of Needs Improvement or Unsatisfactory on their most recent Employee Performance report (EPR) are not eligible to apply.
Current NOR employees hired on a Family Member Employment (FMA) or a Personal Service Agreement (PSA) are not eligible to apply within the first 90 calendar days of their employment, unless they have a When Actually Employed (WAE) work schedule.
HOW TO APPLY:
Please ensure documents are in Microsoft Word, JPEG, TIFF and/or Adobe Acrobat PDF format.
SkyDrive or Cloud files other than in above specified above will NOT be accepted and your application will be determined invalid.
Applicants must submit the following documents to be considered. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not qualified.
Universal Application for Employment (UAE) (Form DS-174), which is available on our website or by contacting Human Resources. (See “For Further Information” above);
Any additional documentation that supports or addresses the requirements listed above (e.g. resume, transcripts, degrees, etc.)
Copy of Degree.
For Tanzanian Nationals: Copy of Passport, or National ID, or Voter ID
For Other Nationals: please attach current Resident/Work Permit and copy of valid Passport.
WHERE TO APPLY: Effective immediately only online applications will be accepted via DarRecruitment@state.gov
Applicants MUST follow instructions in the notice on the website.
When sending an online application, please indicate the position title in the subject line.
Failure to do so will result in an incomplete application.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age(below compulsory retirement age), disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation. The Department of State also strives to achieve equal employment opportunity in all personnel operations through continuing diversity enhancement programs. The EEO complaint procedure is not available to individuals who believe they have been denied equal opportunity based upon marital status or political affiliation. Individuals with such complaints should avail themselves of the appropriate grievance procedures, remedies for prohibited personnel practices, and/or courts for relief.
SOURCE: The Guardian 12 June 2017