Embassy of Canada Vacancy
Embassy of Canada
The Embassy of Canada in Ethiopia would like to invite qualified and educated candidates for the ensuing position. The Government of Canada is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from different sections of the community. Candidates will be considered based on merit. Our organization offers an inclusive workplace where respect, cooperation, and collaboration are part of our culture. Canada’s operations abroad are committed to promoting and supporting an environment free from harassment and discrimination, as well as encouraging and supporting employees to learn and develop their skills and competencies.
Position Maintenance Attendant( Handyman)
Summary of Duties
Under the general supervision of the elderly conservation Technician, the Handyperson performs minor repairs and conservation of means and outfit including minor electrical, plumbing, and refrigeration repairs, and performs other duties as required in the Chancery, OR, and Staff Quarters( SQs) including delivery of water, fuel, inspection of contractors’ work, and other tasks as required.
Area of Selection
Open to applicants who are legal residers or citizens of Ethiopia, who meet all of the essential requirements stated below, and whose applications are received by the closing date and time.
Please note that the Embassy of Canada to Ethiopia doesn't finance work authorizations directly or indirectly.
The Government of Canada is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from different sections of the community. Candidates will be considered based on merit. Our organization offers an inclusive workplace where respect, teamwork, and collaboration are part of our culture. Canada’s missions abroad are committed to promoting and supporting an environment free from harassment and discrimination, as well as encouraging and supporting employees to learn and develop their skills and competencies. ESSENTIAL
QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates will initially be screened against the Essential Qualifications relating to education, language * and experience.
Candidates must demonstrate when applying to the position how they meet each of these essential qualifications.
The language will be assessed further during the process.
Education
Candidates will be required to provide proof of the completion of their education.
Specialized and/ or professional diploma in Engineering, Construction, Electromechanics, or a related field.
Language
Fluency in Amharic( oral and spoken)
Intermediate level in English( oral) to understand instructions and communicate information, if needed.
Experience • A minimum of three( 3) years recent * experience in the maintenance of assets and equipment including electrical, plumbing, pump, and refrigeration repairs. • Experience working in a maintenance role in an embassy, transnational association, NGO, hostel, sanitarium, school, airport, or other commercial/ marketable organization • Recent experience is defined as within the last five( 5) years. RATED REQUIREMENTS The Rated Requirements are part of the essential qualifications and are related to knowledge, abilities, and competencies. Methods of assessment for rated requirements may include, but are n't limited to, a written examination, an oral interview( online pre- recorded/ live, or in- person), role- play, practical tests, presentations, and/ or psychometric assessment. Knowledge • Knowledge of the maintenance and repair of assets and equipment including, plumbing repairs, and small electrical appliance repairs similar as fridges, freezers, coffee makers, ovens, etc. • Knowledge of health and safety regulations Competencies
Teamwork and client focus;
Adaptability and flexibility;
Attention to detail;
Values and ethics
Abilities
Ability to work under pressure;
Ability to diagnose faults and solve problems( determine origin and execute or recommend corrections)
Asset Qualifications
Preference may be given to candidates who meet the Asset Qualifications. Where applicable, candidates must demonstrate how they meet any asset qualifications.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction, Electromechanics, or a related field.
Specialized certification in plumbing, generator maintenance, and/ or electrical systems.
A minimum of five (5) years recent * experience in maintenance of assets and equipment including generators, electrical, plumbing, pump, and refrigeration form.
Recent experience is defined as within the last ten( 10) years.
Additional Requirements
Working hours 48 hours per week, Monday to Saturday.
Ability to work overtime and on short notice.
Conditions of Employment Conditions of employment must be met or complied with before being appointed to a particular position, and are to be maintained throughout the employment while being the incumbent of this position.
Valid work authorization Ability to obtain and hold a valid work authorization covering the entire employment period.
Security screening Obtain and maintain a Reliability Status( security level) which includes a felonious and credit background check from the Government of Canada covering the entire employment period. Other conditions of employment
Ethiopian standard driver’s license Level 3 or over( for water and fuel delivery exchanges)
Before an offer of employment can be made, candidates must provide a original address as proof of residence in the specific city, region, or country so that if selected, it'll appear on the offer letter.
Important Notes
Only applications submitted in one of the sanctioned languages of Canada will be accepted( English or French).
The language requirement for this position is linked under the essential qualifications( language). In consequence, the assessment process for this vacancy will be conducted in English.
Communication for this process will be sent via email. It's the responsibility of the candidates to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required.
Candidates must give an email address that accepts email from unknown users and regularly check their email, including spam folder.
eference checks may be sought for candidates who succeeded in all of the assessments.
Please note that the Embassy of Canada to Ethiopia does n't reimburse any travel costs to and from interviews exams nor does it reimburse any relocation costs.
Before an offer of employment can be made, successful candidates must provide a original residence address as proof of residence in the specified area of selection. This information is necessary to issue a letter of offer. • As recently announced by the Government of Canada, the Policy for obligatory Vaccination Canada and the Mission Network is suspended as of June 20, 2022. The Government of Canada will continue to assess the need for fresh public health measures, including the possible reintroduction of a vaccination mandate at a after date. • We're committed to furnishing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process.
The results of this selection process may also be used to establish one or more pools of fully or partially qualified candidates for a analogous term, indeterminate, part- time, or full- time openings at the Embassy of Canada to Ethiopia which might arise following the completion of this selection process.
For Canadian citizens residents and Canadian binary nationals, please note that it's your responsibility to enquire with the Canadian Revenue Agency about any possible taxation implications linked to employment with the Government of Canada.
Term Details This position is a Locally Engaged Staff position, subject to the Terms and Conditions of Employment for LES in Ethiopia.
Job Time Full- Time Job Type Contract Place of Work Addis Ababa, Addis Abeba – Ethiopia
Salary 8,671 USD
How to apply
You must submit your application using the “ Apply online ” function. Only applications submitted via VidCruiter will be considered unless a valid reason is presented and accepted before the ending date.
Do n't include particular data similar as; age, date of birth, gender, connubial status, family status, religion, or a picture in your application form, CV, or cover letter( as required). Please only include information applicable to the vacancy as requested in the job poster.
You must demonstrate in answering the screening questions how you meet the education and experience factors listed in the essential and asset qualifications. You must provide specific examples to demonstrate clearly how you meet the qualifications. Global Affairs Canada can not make any assumptions about your studies or experience. Simply saying you have the required qualifications or listing your current duties wo n't be sufficient. rather, you must provide concrete and detailed examples that clearly explain where, when, and how you gained the experience.
No additional information will be sought beyond what you submit in your online application.
Candidates may be required to upload a CV and/ or a cover letter in English or French. These documents may be used as a secondary source to validate the answers to the screening questions.
Applications that do n't include all of the requested documents or information and/ or which are n't received by the closing date will be rejected.
