Join Our Team as a Housing Assistant
The U.S. Embassy in Accra is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Housing Assistant. This full-time role (40 hours per week) offers an exciting opportunity to support the Mission’s housing needs.
Job Duties
As a Housing Assistant, you will:
- Assist the General Services Officer (GSO) in locating suitable short-term lease residential properties for Mission employees.
- Coordinate landlord repairs as requested by the Facilities Maintenance Manager (FMM) during lease renewals and routine maintenance schedules.
- Maintain housing lists, spreadsheets, and RPA systems, keeping utility logs updated with current occupant information.
- Manage housing board records and office files, including correspondence related to leases, maintenance issues, and landlord responsibilities.
- Prepare lists of upcoming vacant houses and other materials for Housing Board Meetings.
- Notify landlords of lease renewals, prepare lease documents for signing, and assist the GSO in lease/rental negotiations.
- Coordinate rent payments and deductions with the FMM and Financial Management Officer (FMO).
- Work with landlords, realty agents, and other entities to identify properties for the housing pool.
- Screen and arrange potential properties for review by the GSO, RSO, and FMM for approval.
- Organize lease negotiation meetings between landlords and the Contracting Officer.
- Coordinate with FMM, POSHO, RSO, and the Warehouse to ensure smooth operations during commissioning, make-ready, and decommissioning of houses.
- Sort, arrange, and make copies of residential keys, and replace key cylinders when necessary.
Requirements
Experience:
- Minimum of 3 years of experience with renting residential properties.
Knowledge:
- Comprehensive knowledge of local housing markets, residential areas, and real estate agents.
- Familiarity with the city and the ability to provide valuable advice on properties.
- Understanding of good customer service, lease/rental management, wood and joinery works, and floor plan measurements and sketches.
Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to work independently and display initiative and resourcefulness.
- Capability to perform tasks under pressure.
- Valid driver's license Class B for a minimum of 5 years.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, email usage, and computer downloads.
- Ability to understand, explain, and interpret the USG model lease.
- Strong persuasion and negotiation skills.
Education:
- Completion of High School diploma (Secondary school) is required.
Evaluations
Applicants will be required to pass medical and security certifications. Language, skill, and ability tests may be conducted as part of the evaluation process.
How to Apply
For more information and application details, visit U.S. Embassy Housing Assistant Jobs in Ghana.
Join us and play a crucial role in ensuring comfortable and suitable housing for our Mission employees in Ghana!
