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Statement by the Embassy of the United States in Bulgaria

The U.S. Embassy commends recent actions of the Bulgarian government to defend the country’s independence and sovereignty from malign influence, including the January 24 announcement of the expulsion of two Russian Embassy officers for espionage and the January 23 announcement of charges against three Russian citizens for attempted murder. We support the long-term efforts of ... Read More»

By | 24 January, 2020 | Topics: Embassy, News | Tags: ,

Remarks by Ambassador Eric Rubin at Fourth of July Celebration

Sofia, Bulgaria July 2, 2019 Dear Madam President of the National Assembly, dear Madam Vice-President of the Republic of Bulgaria, Deputy Prime Ministers, Ministers, Deputy Ministers, Fellow Ambassadors, distinguished guests and friends, Thank you for coming tonight.  I’d like to start with a heartfelt thank-you to the many sponsors who made this evening possible.  Their ... Read More»

By | 3 July, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Embassy, Events | Tags: ,

The Eight-day Program of the “Balkan Youth Forum” Wraps Up

The Press Attaché at the U.S. Embassy in Bulgaria Samantha Smith congratulated students as they completed an 8-day Balkan Youth Forum, which ended last Friday with a final presentation of project ideas. Students interested in working together on Western Balkan political and social issues came from 11 countries to the American University in Bulgaria. The closing ... Read More»

By | 23 July, 2018 | Topics: Embassy, Events, News | Tags: , ,

“The Cracks” in Bulgaria

The music duo “The Cracks” – Dylan Vaughn and Stephen Kavanagh – with guitars and song, harmonica and percussion will take you on a magical journey of the best of American music: blues, folk, jazz, gospel, ragtime, swing, soul, funk, bluegrass, country and much more. This will be a real celebration at which you’ll want ... Read More»

By | 21 May, 2018 | Topics: Culture, Events, News | Tags: , ,

Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of State Elizabeth Millard in Bulgaria

Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of State Elizabeth Millard participated in the conference “Democracy That Delivers: Unlocking the Potential of the Western Balkans,” organized by the Center for the Study of Democracy. “We value our relationship with Bulgaria and see your country as a leader, including in ensuring European energy security and in contributing to collective ... Read More»

By | 16 May, 2018 | Topics: Embassy, News | Tags: ,

New Build and Renovation of the Chief of Mission Residence – U.S. Embassy, Sofia, Bulgaria

The requirement is for works and construction activities including furnishing all labor, material, and equipment required for the alterations, improvements and additions to the residential building in order to accommodate requirements for the residence to serve as the new Chief of Mission Residence (CMR) for U.S. Embassy Sofia. Pre-Solicitation Notice (PDF 30.4 KB) Read More»

By | 15 May, 2018 | Topics: Business, Embassy, News | Tags: , ,

3rd Southeastern Europe Virtual Education Fair at the U.S. Embassy

Seven U.S. higher education institutions “met” with Bulgarian students, university and high school representatives, educators, international education advisors, and journalists at the 3rd Southeastern Europe Virtual Education Fair at the U.S. Embassy. Cultural Affairs Officer Matt Hagengruber noted the U.S. Embassy commitment to supporting STEM education projects (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math). Commercial Attaché Maria Galindo ... Read More»

By | 27 April, 2018 | Topics: Commercial Affairs, Culture, Education, Embassy, Events, News | Tags: ,

Job Opporrtunities

Job Announcement – Human Resources Clerk

Position Title:                                    Human Resources Clerk Opening Period:                               April 18, 2018 – May 7, 2018 Series/Grade:                                    LE 305 6 For More Info:                                   Human Resources Office Mailing Address: U.S. Embassy Sofia, 16 Kozyak St., 1408 Sofia E-mail ... Read More»

By | 18 April, 2018 | Topics: Embassy, Job Opportunities, News | Tags: , ,

U.S. Defense Attache Col. Johnson Visits Smolyan

“I am grateful to Bulgarian service members for their professionalism and dedication, and we’re here tonight to support their families as well during their deployment.”  – U.S. Defense Attache Col. Shannon Johnson honored Bulgaria’s 101st Alpine Regiment, which is deployed to Afghanistan, on Saturday night at Smolyan’s Garrison Military Club.   Col. Johnson and several U.S. ... Read More»

By | 16 April, 2018 | Topics: Events, News, U.S. & Bulgaria | Tags: ,

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Job Announcement – Legal Advisor

OPEN TO:                  All interested candidates POSITION:                LEGAL ADVISOR, FSN-11, FP-4* OPENING DATE:      March 27, 2018 CLOSING DATE:      April 9, 201 WORK HOURS:        Full-time, 40 hours/week   ALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT (OR) APPLICANTS (See Appendix A for definition) MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.  The U.S. Mission in ... Read More»

By | 27 March, 2018 | Topics: Embassy, Job Opportunities, News | Tags: ,

March Music Days International Festival

(With the support of the U.S. Embassy in Bulgaria) March Music Days International Festival is one of the oldest and most reputed festival stages in Bulgaria, a festival of modern program strategy and high public rating. Founded in 1961 and organized by Ruse Municipality, every year the festival turns the city of Ruse – the biggest and ... Read More»

By | 20 March, 2018 | Topics: Culture, Embassy, Events, News | Tags: , ,

Spotlight USA/One Dance Week

“SPOTLIGHT: USA,” a platform of American dance in Bulgaria, will feature U.S. dance companies in performances in Plovdiv, Bulgaria, from March 26-28, 2018. SPOTLIGHT will introduce American dance companies to international dance professionals, increase cultural exchange and appreciation between the U.S. and Bulgaria, provide opportunities for American dance to be seen and embraced by international ... Read More»

By | 14 March, 2018 | Topics: Art & Culture, Culture, Events, News | Tags: , ,

2018 Fall Residency with the International Writing Program

Are you an aspiring writer who would like to attend a special 12-week residency program in America? Consider applying for the International Writing Program Fall Residency at the University of Iowa. This program brings 35 writers together from around the world for an intensive 12-week program designed to spur creativity, support professional development, and promote freedom ... Read More»

By | 8 March, 2018 | Topics: Embassy, News | Tags: ,

Job Opporrtunities

Job Announcement – Access Control Guard (LGF)

 OPEN TO:                  All interested candidates / All sources POSITION:                Access Control Guard (LGF) Full performance level:           FSN-03 Trainee level:                          FSN-02 OPENING DATE:      February 21, 2018 CLOSING DATE:      March 6, 2018 WORK HOURS:        Full-time, 40 hours/week ALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT (OR) APPLICANTS (See Appendix ... Read More»

By | 21 February, 2018 | Topics: Embassy, Job Opportunities, News | Tags: , ,

Chess Event at the Embassy

U.S. Embassy Sofia was delighted to welcome Bulgarian Grand Master Veselin Topalov for friendly chess games with 14 lucky embassy employees and foundation members. The Embassy proudly works closely with Topalov Foundation to promote and support young, talented Bulgarian and American chess players.   One employee managed to play our Grand Master to a draw! Read More»

By | 7 February, 2018 | Topics: Embassy, News | Tags: ,

Job Opporrtunities

Job Announcement

Note:  This program is entirely on a volunteer basis; there is no compensation attached to this internship and no benefits, nor any future employment rights.  Service is not creditable for leave accrual. Open to:                                 Foreign National Students, non-U.S. citizens Position:                                Student Intern Computer Programmer Opening Date:                       December 11, 2017    Closing date:                         ... Read More»

By | 11 December, 2017 | Topics: Embassy, Job Opportunities, News | Tags: ,

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General Assembly Meeting and Physical Security Conference

On December 1, 2016, the OSAC Bulgaria Country Council held its annual general assembly meeting at the U.S. Embassy, Sofia. Four years after Ambassador Ries launched OSAC in Sofia, Ambassador Eric Rubin provided the keynote address to the membership, stating that the challenges, global threats and risks we face today are serious, complicated and unpredictable ... Read More»

By | 24 January, 2017 | Topics: Events | Tags: , , , ,

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