The United States Embassy in Kampala, Uganda, has announced a job vacancy for a Management Assistant, also known as an Office Management Assistant. The successful candidate will support the Political and Economic Unit Chiefs for Political and Economic Affairs and assist other officers in the section as needed. The position is based in Kampala, Uganda, and offers a salary of $38,926 per year. The US Embassy has enjoyed diplomatic relations with Uganda for over 30 years, and Ambassador William W. Popp currently heads the US Mission to Uganda.
The Management Assistant will perform a range of office management, administrative, records, logistics, and protocol duties. Key responsibilities include managing meetings and representational events for Counselor and Deputy Counselors, overseeing personnel matters, and managing travel needs for domestic and international travel. The incumbent will also serve as a point of contact for new staff members to ensure their housing needs are addressed promptly. Additionally, the Management Assistant will oversee the section's IT and communications systems to ensure that all cell phones, scanners, landlines, printers, and computers are working properly.
The position will also involve serving as a back-up for the Front Office OMS, performing duties up to the incumbent's clearance level. The Management Assistant will be familiar with the practices, procedures, and requirements of Front Office management, which are the most sophisticated and comprehensive requirements in the Mission at the OMS level. Furthermore, the incumbent will oversee the Mission's processing of over 10,000 Ugandan security officials for the Congressionally mandated Leahy Vetting process.
The Leahy Vetting process requires the Management Assistant to effectively and efficiently coordinate all Mission Leahy Vetting reviews, procedures, and processes with various sections of the Embassy. The incumbent must identify candidates with potential human rights violations and report to the Deputy Counselor and nominating offices for clarification and appropriate handling. The Management Assistant will also develop a constructive relationship with Washington-based program managers to ensure the smooth running of the program.
To qualify for the position, candidates must have completed secondary school and have three years of clerical, administrative, office support, event, or travel management experience in an office setting. They must also have a good working knowledge of English, including speaking, reading, and writing. The Management Assistant will be required to draft diplomatic notes, respond to Uganda government enquiries, and manage visits of officials.
The US Embassy in Kampala, Uganda, is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented individual to fill this critical role. The successful candidate will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with Embassy staff and Ugandan government officials. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, and the opportunity to work with a dynamic and diverse team.
Interested candidates can apply for the position through the US Mission ERA site, with a deadline of October 25, 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. The US Embassy in Kampala, Uganda, is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from qualified candidates.
Key points
- The US Embassy in Kampala, Uganda, is offering a salary of $38,926 per year for the Management Assistant position.
- The successful candidate will support the Political and Economic Unit Chiefs and assist other officers in the section as needed.
- The position involves overseeing the Mission's processing of over 10,000 Ugandan security officials for the Congressionally mandated Leahy Vetting process.
