Employment Opportunity

EO No: 2025-029



Position: Health & Nutrition Extension Agent I
Salary: I/3/A-I/6/A $8,586.00-$9,675.00 PA
Benefits: “Position is NOT eligible for housing and transportation benefits”
Opening Date: October 30,2024
Closing Date: November 29, 2024
Location:

Kosrae Campus/CRE
P.O. Box 37
Tofol, Kosrae FM 96944

College of Micronesia - FSM Mission Statement:

The College of Micronesia-FSM is a learner-centered institution of higher education that is committed to the success of the Federated States of Micronesia by providing academic and career & technical educational programs characterized by continuous improvement and best practices.

Values:

Duties:
Under the supervision of the CRE Coordinator, the incumbent will develop health and nutrition information such as brochures and other outreach materials; Develop individual plan of work for approval; Provide information and management advice directly to homemakers, schools, non- government organizations and interested individuals; Develop collaborative efforts with government and non-government agencies/organizations in planning, organizing effectiveness of program activities and implementing suggested changes in areas of responsibilities; Input and maintain computer data base of clients and program activities; Prepare public service announcement for the media, radio and TV awareness programs; Develop and maintain an individual Plan of Work. Train and assist CRE staff in area of specialty; Establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with other CRE programs; Generate report on program results and accomplishments; Serve on committees and perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Associate degree from a US accredited university in one of the following fields: human nutrition, dietetics, nursing, education, social services or other related areas with two years of fulltime work experience in the area of work. One year of full-time work experience in the area of assignment is required. Knowledge of: the local language is essential; college programs and organizations; policies and regulations related to the field of assignment; techniques and procedures used in such programs. Demonstrate ability to communicate in both written and spoken English and the local language; Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty, and staff; Demonstrated successful work with diverse students and youth programs; Work as part of a team in accomplishing tasks and functions. Software programs: Microsoft Office word, excel publisher and PowerPoint. Must have a valid driver’s license. A bachelor’s degree is preferred.
Foreign credentials must be equated to meet US standards in the field of work using World Education Services at http://www.wes.org.
Contact:
Applications are available at the College of Micronesia - FSM Human Resources Office, state campus sites or at the college's website at www.comfsm.fm.
Process:

Interested candidates must submit the following documents:

  1. A letter of interest addressing how the candidate’s professional qualification and experience match the minimum essential requirements of the position (not to exceed 3 pages);
  2. COM-FSM application form (http://www.comfsm.fm/jobs/HRdocs/employment08.pdf );
  3. A current resume which includes personal email address and cellular phone number;
  4. Copies of college transcripts for all degrees earned;
  5. A minimum of three professional reference letters under 6 months old;
  6. Criminal background check under 6 months old; and
  7. Copy of valid driver’s license.

Documents are to be submitted electronically to hro@comfsm.edu.fm (preferably as PDF attachments) or mailed to:

Human Resources Office
College of Micronesia-FSM
P. O. Box 159
Pohnpei FM 96941

(U.S Postal Service domestic rates apply in the Federated States of Micronesia.)

Applications will be accepted until November 29, 2024 followed by screening by the committee or until filled. Official and hard copies of college transcripts are require to be mailed directly from schools to HRO when a candidate is being considered.

The College reserves the right to request or require from any applicant additional documentation or certification in addition to the minimum requirements stated in this advertisement in order to be considered for this position. All persons applying must meet or exceed any additional qualifications required in the COM-FSM Personnel Policy and Procedure Manual.


The College of Micronesia - FSM is an equal opportunity employer.
FSM Citizens are encouraged to apply