Cultural Affairs Assistant , American Embassy Kuala Lumpur

The American Embassy in Kuala Lumpur invites applications for a Cultural Affairs Assistant position. The incumbent is responsible for planning and implementing country-wide public diplomacy speaker programs and cultural programs, utilizing a range of public diplomacy tools, including personal contact, U.S. speakers, Embassy outreach officers, locally recruited speakers, performing artists, digital video conferencing, exchanges print and audio visual materials and other options.  The employee’s goal is to increase public understanding of U.S. policies and society to help support the mission’s goals. Cultural Affairs Assistant Kuala Lumpur Requirements: Applicants must have a Bachelor’s Degree in social sciences, education, international relations, political science or liberal arts/humanities and at least three years of progressively responsible experience in public affairs, cultural activities or teaching. Incumbent must have good knowledge of Malaysian political, economic, business, social, educational structures and institutions, as well as political parties and key figures in government, academia, business, and cultural circles.  Knowledge of U.S. institutions and of Embassy goals and regulations is important, to have a comprehensive grasp of Public Diplomacy programs and techniques for reaching audiences effectively. Ability to develop and maintain strong working level contacts with mid-level and senior-level officials in government, academic and cultural institutions is required.  Must be able to manage complex thematic and outreach programs, including U.S. speaker visits, Embassy seminars and speeches, cultural presentations and educational exchanges.  Ability to draft program materials and reports in support of Mission efforts is required. Applicants must be fluent in spoken and written English and Bahasa Malaysia.   The starting annual salary is RM59,763  Benefits include a two-month year-end bonus, medical and life insurance coverage, annual and sick leave, and a higher EPF contribution rate.  Please write in (with email address, phone number and expected salary but do not include photo) to KLHRO@state.gov or to the Human Resources Office, P.O. Box 10035, 50700 Kuala Lumpur by COB December 21, 2012.  Only short listed candidates will be notified. Apply Here: http://www.jobstreet.com.my/jobs/2012/12/default/10/1811601.htm?fr=L&utm_source=gmail&utm_medium=linaalerts&utm_campaign=141 -Admin-