The International Broadcaster (Multimedia)(Burmese) position is located in the VOA, Burmese Service and is responsible for conceiving, planning, researching, writing, and broadcasting original audio/video scripts of a highly complex nature. Work requires fluency in reading and speaking Burmese and English languages to provide broadcast journalism such as; interviewing, writing, editing, reporting, and broadcasting stories for radio, television, websites, and social media platform sites.
Summary
The International Broadcaster (Multimedia)(Burmese) position is located in the VOA, Burmese Service and is responsible for conceiving, planning, researching, writing, and broadcasting original audio/video scripts of a highly complex nature. Work requires fluency in reading and speaking Burmese and English languages to provide broadcast journalism such as; interviewing, writing, editing, reporting, and broadcasting stories for radio, television, websites, and social media platform sites.
Initiates and conducts original interviews with a wide variety of subjects and news sources, some of which may be suspicious and uncooperative.
Writes news-related stories for use in radio, television, websites, and social media using a variety of sources including area experts, newspapers, or magazine organizations.
Prepares integrated, highly targeted, well-balanced scripts, radio or television program or program segments, or internet web presentations that captures the attention of the audience.
Prepares and/or presents news and feature materials in a studio or on location for radio/television simulcasts and may serve as a show host.
Initiates coverage of news and features in consultations with senior editors, participates fully in coverage of major events, and in the preparation and execution of broadcasts.
Keeps abreast of current developments in the Burma Region in order to plan and develop program materials that are relevant and consistent with broad U.S. policy aims.
Country of citizenship MUST be indicated on CV/resume.
Candidate may be required to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
Suitability Determination: If selected, you will be subject to a security investigation to establish your suitability for federal employment. The security investigation will include, among other aspects, a review of your credit and legal history.
Candidates MUST complete the online questionnaire.
This is a non-critical sensitive position.
If selected, this position requires the completion of form SF-86.
THIS POSITION IS COVERED BY A UNION AGREEMENT.
This vacancy is being advertised under Excepted Service (NC) procedures and is open to all Non-US citizens.
Your application to this NC vacancy announcement will only allow consideration for this announcement. We cannot electronically or manually move your application to the corresponding DE announcement, DE-11619228-22-WF.
US citizen applicants MUST apply to announcement DE-11619228-WF.
Full performance level for this position is GG-12.
Qualifications
Screen out Factor: Applicant must have fluency in both English and Burmese languages that enables you to speak, read, write, report, and translate in both languages.
Minimum qualifications for the GG-12 grade level: Applicants must have one (1) year of specialized experience at the GG-11 grade level (or equivalent experience). Specialized Experience is experience that has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position. Specialized experience for this position includes:
Thorough knowledge of the professional techniques of broadcast journalism required for conducting radio and television interviews;
Prepares and/or voices news and feature materials in a studio or on location for radio, television, social media, and internet broadcasts;
Thorough comprehension of Burma's history and culture and awareness of political and social developments; and
Ability to establish effective work relationships, with not only team members and colleagues, but also with groups or individuals providing information or interviews on program work topics.
Education
Applicants cannot substitute education for experience for this position.
Additional information
If you are still on active duty, you may submit a statement of service from your Personnel Command which states that date you entered active duty, the date you are separating, and the campaign medals you have received.
If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/59 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment with this agency.
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies across USAGM.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Once your resume or application is submitted, a review of your qualifications will be made to ensure you meet the job requirements and competencies required for this position.
Competencies:
Interpersonal Skills
Journalism
Language Profiency-TA
Production
Target Area
Possession of competencies may be addressed in a cover letter and/or resume. To determine if you are qualified for this job, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
All applicants are required to submit the following supporting document type(s):
Resume
Applicants may also submit the following supporting document type(s), which may not be required for all applicants.
Cover letter
If you are a veteran with preference eligibility and you are claiming 5-point veterans' preference, you must attach a copy of your DD 214 (Member copy 4) or other proof of eligibility. If you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference, you must attach an Application of 10-point veterans' preference (SF-15) plus the proof required by that form. If you are still on active duty, you may submit a statement of service from your Personnel Command which states the date you entered active duty, the date you are separating, and the campaign medals you have received.
You are encouraged to apply online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application.
If you cannot complete the application package online, please contact the Human Resources Office.
To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 09/23/2022
To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log into your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
Click the Submit Application button to submit your application package.
It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation are submitted prior to the closing date. To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://login.usajobs.gov/account/signin. The page will display the position for which you've applied as well as the status of each application. Click on the plus sign (+) next to the job title to expand information about the job, then click on Additional Application Information to see the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click on the plus sign (+) next to the job title to expand information about the job. Next click on Update Application to complete the application process.
Note: Submission of a resume alone IS NOT a complete application. This position requires the completion of additional forms and/or supplemental materials as described previously. Please carefully review the complete job announcement and the How to Apply instructions. Failure to provide the required information and/or materials, by 11:59 PM (EST) on 09/23/2022 will result in you not being considered for employment.
East Asia and Pacific Division
330 Independence Avenue SW
Room 4700 Cohen Building
Washington, DC 20237
US
Next steps
Once the online questionnaire is received, you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. After a review of your complete application is made, you will be notified. If further evaluation or interviews are required, you will be contacted.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
All applicants are required to submit the following supporting document type(s):
Resume
Applicants may also submit the following supporting document type(s), which may not be required for all applicants.
Cover letter
If you are a veteran with preference eligibility and you are claiming 5-point veterans' preference, you must attach a copy of your DD 214 (Member copy 4) or other proof of eligibility. If you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference, you must attach an Application of 10-point veterans' preference (SF-15) plus the proof required by that form. If you are still on active duty, you may submit a statement of service from your Personnel Command which states the date you entered active duty, the date you are separating, and the campaign medals you have received.
You are encouraged to apply online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application.
If you cannot complete the application package online, please contact the Human Resources Office.
To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 09/23/2022
To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log into your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
Click the Submit Application button to submit your application package.
It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation are submitted prior to the closing date. To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://login.usajobs.gov/account/signin. The page will display the position for which you've applied as well as the status of each application. Click on the plus sign (+) next to the job title to expand information about the job, then click on Additional Application Information to see the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click on the plus sign (+) next to the job title to expand information about the job. Next click on Update Application to complete the application process.
Note: Submission of a resume alone IS NOT a complete application. This position requires the completion of additional forms and/or supplemental materials as described previously. Please carefully review the complete job announcement and the How to Apply instructions. Failure to provide the required information and/or materials, by 11:59 PM (EST) on 09/23/2022 will result in you not being considered for employment.
East Asia and Pacific Division
330 Independence Avenue SW
Room 4700 Cohen Building
Washington, DC 20237
US
Next steps
Once the online questionnaire is received, you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. After a review of your complete application is made, you will be notified. If further evaluation or interviews are required, you will be contacted.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
