Job Opportunities at US Embassy

Announcement Number: Abuja-2022-100S
Series/Grade: LE - 0305 8
Hiring Agency: Embassy Abuja
Promotion Potential: LE-8
Work Schedule: Full-time - 40 hours per week

Overview

• Hiring Path: Open to the public
• Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:
  • For USEFM - FP is 6/1.  Actual FP salary determined by Washington D.C.
  • Current Employees of the Mission - This includes U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs); Eligible Family Members (EFMs); Declared Members of Household (MOHs), dependents of U.S. Personal Services Contract (USPSC) who are assigned under COM - All Agencies
• Security Clearance Required: Public Trust - Background Investigation
• Appointment Type: Permanent
• Appointment Type Details: Indefinite subject to successful completion of probationary period.

Summary

• The work schedule for this position is: Full Time (40 hours per week)
• Start date: Candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time (6 weeks) of receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances / certifications or their candidacy may end.
• Supervisory Position: No
• Relocation Expenses Reimbursed: No
• Travel Required: Not Required.

Duties

• The incumbent handles the full spectrum of local employee recruitment specializing in complex issues and more senior positions.
• Incumbent provides Human Resources services to employees of serviced sections and agencies.
• Acts as Post Classification Advisor (PCA) and liaison between AFRCC and post.
• Carries out training and presentation to audience comprising of both local hires and American supervisors.
• Incumbent is also in charge of various Human Resources programs and executes personnel actions.
• Maintains subject files for program areas and prepares periodic reports.
• Advise staff of serviced organizations on HR policies and procedures.

Qualifications and Evaluations

Education Requirements:

• Two (2) years of university studies is required.

Experience: 

• A minimum of five (5) years’ experience of Human Resources customer service work in a medium size organization is required.

Job Knowledge:

• Thorough knowledge of 3 FAM, 14 FAM, Employee's Handbook, Department's Personnel, Post Management Instructions and Staff Notices related to FSN administration.
• RHRO Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), FSN Position Classification and Job Evaluation, Overseas Personnel System, Electronic Recruitment Application (ERA) policy, Recruitment Policy is required.

Skills and Abilities:

• Incumbent must be able to use web-based software.
• Incumbent must be tactful but effective in dealing with HR customers.
• Must possess strong interpersonal skills, be able to deal effectively with all levels of Embassy employees and have good writing skills.
• Must have the ability to carry out work on own initiative, referring only unusual situations to the supervisor, must be able to prioritize tasks, have good computer skills (Microsoft Office).
• Must have standard numerical skills to provide number reports on seasonal hires, provide salary estimates, or compute LE Staff separation entitlements and run other reports for American Officers and their EFMs at post.
• Research skills to gather information on various topics and/or inquiries is required.
• Ability to resolve complex problems is required. Incumbent must be able to use office equipment.

Evaluations:

• This may be tested. Please specify your level of proficiency in the language listed.

Language:

• Fluency in reading / writing / speaking of English is required.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO):

• The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.

Qualifications:

• All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications.

Benefits and Other Info

Benefits

Agency Benefits:

• Locally Employed Staff, including Members of Household (MOHs), and Third-Country Nationals (TCNs), working at the U.S. Mission in Lagos, Nigeria may receive a compensation package that may include health, separation, and other benefits.
• For EFMs, benefits should be discussed with the Human Resources Office.
• The pay plan is assigned at the time of the conditional offer letter by the HR Office.

Other Information:

• For the current COVID-19 Requirements please visit the following link.
• Hiring Preference Selection Process:  Applicants in the following hiring preference categories are extended a hiring preference in the order listed below.  Therefore, it is essential that these applicants accurately describe their status on the application. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not eligible for a hiring preference.

Hiring Preference Order:

• AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*
• AEFM / USEFM
• FS on LWOP and CS with reemployment rights

Salary: USD43,507 (NGN 8,664,538) Annually.

Application Closing Date : 30th August, 2022.

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Announcement Number: Lagos-2022-103
Series/Grade: LE - 1015 4
Hiring Agency: Consulate General Lagos
Promotion Potential: LE-4
Work Schedule: Full-time - 48 hours per week (including weekends)

Overview

• Hiring Path: Open to the public
• Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:
  • For USEFM - FP is AA.  Actual FP salary determined by Washington D.C.
  • All Interested Applicants / All Sources
• Security Clearance Required: Public Trust - Background Investigation
• Appointment Type: Permanent
• Appointment Type Details: Indefinite subject to successful completion of probationary period.

Summary

• The work schedule for this position is: Full Time (48 hours per week including weekends)
• Start date: Candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time (6 weeks) of receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances / certifications or their candidacy may end.
• Supervisory Position: No
• Relocation Expenses Reimbursed: No
• Travel Required:
  • 75% or less
  • Drives Mission Nigeria officials and visitors both in Lagos and in other states as required following procedures of defensive driving techniques and safety regulation.

Duties

• Under the supervision of the Motor pool Supervisor, the incumbent operates a variety of armored and non-armored motor vehicles to transport Mission personnel, including VIP visitors, TDY staff, delegations and field trips.
• S/he performs routine preventive maintenance, cleaning of vehicle and completes trip ticket to notate each trip taken on their shift, including mileage, fuel, condition of vehicle, and passenger details.
• S/he may be required to drive Chief of Mission, Deputy Chief of Mission and Consul General.

Qualifications and Evaluations

Education Requirements:

• Completion of Secondary School or high school diploma is required. 

Experience: 

• Minimum of three (3) years of professional driving experience is required.

Job Knowledge:

• Through knowledge of Lagos and other Nigeria cities, as well as good knowledge of automotive, mechanical, safety and maintenance practices.
• Must be familiar with local traffic laws, traffic laws, traffic patterns, and locations of various government office.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to work on rotational shift schedule, as well as ability to drive carefully and cautiously in heavy and chaotic traffic situation are required.
• Ability to recognize a hazardous or dangerous situation and take appropriate action is required.
• Ability to communicate clearly on the phone and/or by radio and follow instructions.
• Must have a valid class B or D Nigerian drivers’ license.

Evaluations:

• This may be tested. Applicants must specify level of proficiency in the language listed.

Language:

• Limited knowledge Speaking / Reading / Writing in English is required.
• Limited knowledge Speaking / Reading / Writing any local language is required.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO):

• The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.

Qualifications:

• All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications.

Salary: USD26,915 (NGN 3,889,576) Annually.

Application Closing Date: 7th September, 2022.

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Announcement Number: Lagos-2022-102
Series/Grade: FP - 0805 7
Hiring Agency: Consulate General Lagos
Promotion Potential: FP-7
Work Schedule: Full-time - 40 hours per week

Overview

• Hiring Path: Open to the public
• Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:
  • For USEFM - FP is 07.  Actual FP salary determined by Washington D.C.
  • U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs) - All Agencies
• Security Clearance Required: Secret / Confidential Clearance
• Appointment Type: Temporary
• Appointment Type Details: Definite not to Exceed (5 years).

Summary

• The work schedule for this position is: Full Time (40 hours per week)
• Start date: Candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time (6 weeks) of receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances / certifications or their candidacy may end.
• Supervisory Position: No
• Relocation Expenses Reimbursed: No
• Travel Required:
  • 25% or less
  • Travel is required which may include Danger Posts.

Duties

• The incumbent Provides technical security support and services to posts in its respective geographic region.
• Manages the ESC/ESO inventory and is responsible for supply chain management, logistics operations, procurement, and inventory reconciliation of technical systems and equipment maintained by the ESC/ESO at its post of residence and constituent posts throughout the region.
• Assists with office administrative duties, travel arrangements, and tracking the office travel budget.

Qualifications and Evaluations

Education Requirements:

• Completion of High School, Secondary School or equivalent academic qualification is required.

Experience: 

• Minimum of three (3) years of logistics and/or administrative experience gained in an office setting is required.

Evaluations:

• This may be tested. Please specify in your application your level of proficiency in the language listed.

Language:

• English Fluent (Reading / Writing / Speaking) is required.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO):

• The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.

Qualifications:

• All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications.

Benefits and Other Info

Benefits

Agency Benefits:

• Locally Employed Staff, including Members of Household (MOHs), and Third-Country Nationals (TCNs), working at the U.S. Mission in Lagos, Nigeria may receive a compensation package that may include health, separation, and other benefits.
• For EFMs, benefits should be discussed with the Human Resources Office.
• The pay plan is assigned at the time of the conditional offer letter by the HR Office.

Other Information:

• For the current COVID-19 Requirements please visit the following link.
• Hiring Preference Selection Process:  Applicants in the following hiring preference categories are extended a hiring preference in the order listed below.  Therefore, it is essential that these applicants accurately describe their status on the application. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not eligible for a hiring preference.

Hiring Preference Order:

• AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*
• AEFM / USEFM
• FS on LWOP and CS with reemployment rights **

Salary: USD 38,894 Annually.

Application Closing Date: 7th September, 2022.