Information Assistant for Public Affairs In USA EmbassyConsulate General

The U.S. Consulate General in Surabaya is seeking an individual for the temporary position of Information Assistant for Public Affairs.

BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION:

The incumbent works directly with media outlets to get coverage of consulate activities and programs, organizes press conferences, and place press releases. S/He assists Consul General (CG) and other officers in preparing and translating remarks, monitors local media and prepares daily press briefing for CG and section chiefs. Works closely with Information section in Jakarta to coordinate press releases and provides local stories for inclusion in Jakarta-produced press summaries and travels with PAO and CG to provide support at media events outside Surabaya. The information Assistant is in charge of social and new media programs as well.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
NOTE: All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.

Bachelor’s degree in liberal arts, political science, economics, journalism, international relations or related field is required.

Minimum four years of progressively responsible experience in the media field as a journalist, editor, or public relations/advertising specialist or a combination of similar experience is required.

Level IV (fluent) in speaking/reading/writing English and Bahasa Indonesia are required. Must be able to translate quickly and interpret accurately.

Must have a thorough knowledge of Indonesia’s media, political, economic, social, religious, and education environment. General familiarity with key mass media, government, military, cultural, business, and labor leaders required. Knowledge of journalistic and public relations techniques sufficient to help meet Consulate’s public diplomacy goals. General knowledge of U.S. political and social processes and of foreign policy issues relating to U.S. – Indonesia bilateral relations.

Must be outgoing and at ease with members of the press, government, and general public. Must have high degree of initiative and the desire to establish and maintain contacts in coordination with other consulate sections. Must have sound intellectual judgment, flexibility and adaptability to changing schedules and unforeseen circumstances.