Facility Management Assistant

Facility Management Assistant – U.S. Embassy in Sri Lanka

Job Overview

The U.S. Embassy in Colombo is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Facility Management Assistant in the Facility Management Office. This is a temporary, full-time position open exclusively to U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs). The role supports the maintenance, inspection, and repair of Embassy buildings, equipment, and residences while coordinating with customers, technicians, and contractors.

Position Details

• Job Title: Facility Management Assistant
• Organization: U.S. Embassy Colombo
• Department: Facility Management Office
• Employment Type: Temporary (Not to Exceed 5 Years)
• Work Schedule: Full-time (40 hours per week)
• Location: Colombo, Sri Lanka
• Salary: USD 38,926 – USD 63,944 per year
• Grade: FP-07 (Training Grade: FP-08)
• Promotion: Employees hired at FP-08 become eligible for promotion to FP-07 after 52 weeks of successful performance.
• Application Period: 12 June 2026 – 30 September 2026
• Eligibility: U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs) only
• Security Clearance: Secret/Confidential Clearance required.

Company Overview

The U.S. Embassy in Sri Lanka is recruiting a Facility Management Assistant to support facility operations and maintenance across Embassy offices and government-owned or leased residences. Applications are reviewed every two weeks until the position is filled.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

• Schedule and conduct routine inspections of Embassy buildings, equipment, and residences.
• Assess maintenance, alteration, and repair requirements.
• Support preventive and corrective maintenance activities.
• Assist with small facility management projects.
• Monitor work progress and ensure maintenance quality.
• Meet with customers, technicians, contractors, and foremen to clarify work requirements.
• Coordinate labour and material requirements.
• Support and escort contractors working on small repair projects.
• Escort personnel within Controlled Access Areas (CAA) of the Embassy and government-owned or leased residences.

Education Requirements

Applicants must have:

• Completion of secondary school.

Experience Requirements

Applicants must possess:

• FP-07: Minimum 2 years of customer service work experience.
• FP-08 (Training Grade): Minimum 1 year of customer service work experience.

Language Requirements

• Good working knowledge of English (speaking, reading, and writing).

Security Requirements

Selected applicants must:

• Successfully obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.
• Complete a background investigation before appointment.

Benefits

Benefits for Eligible Family Members (EFMs) are administered by the HR Office according to the applicable U.S. Department of State compensation plan and hiring preference policies.

Required Documents

All applicants should upload (where applicable):

• University Degree
• University Transcript
• Relevant Certificates

Eligible Family Member (EFM) applicants must also submit:

• Sponsor’s Travel Orders/Assignment Notification
• Passport Copy
• DD-214 or other supporting documentation (if applicable)
• SF-50 (if applicable)

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted electronically through the U.S. Embassy’s Electronic Recruitment Application (ERA) system. Ensure all education, work experience, English language proficiency, and supporting documents are included before submitting the application.

Important Notes

• This vacancy is not open to the public; it is restricted to U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs).
• The appointment is temporary for up to 5 years.
• Applications are reviewed every two weeks until the position is filled.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.