Job Vacancies at U.S. Embassy

Announcement Number: Abuja-2021-111
Location: Abuja
Hiring Agency: Embassy Abuja
Series/Grade: LE - 0705 7
Work Schedule: Full-time - 40 hours per week
Promotion Potential: LE-7

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.
  • 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 (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. Occasionally travels and works with other RSO sections to gain further understanding of RSO operations and threat environment. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Duties

• The incumbent serves as one of three FSNI Security Analysts embedded within the FSNI office which specializes in criminal, threat management and/or terrorist investigations against any Department of State equity.
• The primary purpose of this position is to provide expert guidance and support to office investigations and protective operations.
• S/he provides technical and analytical support to RSO personnel in planning, development, and assisting in information gathering and in criminal, threat management and terrorist investigations including researching, compiling, and providing advice in the interpretation of data pertaining to the issue.
• Works on a rotational shift schedule that includes weekends and holidays. 

Qualifications and Evaluations

Requirements
Experience:  

• Minimum of 3 years professional work experience related to journalism, security administration, politics, or statistics is required.

Job Knowledge:  

• Must have a strong understanding of the rules/laws of the country, political climate, and crime and terrorism environment.

Education Requirements:

• University Degree in Political Science, Criminology, Statistics, Cultural / Religious Studies, or Computer Science is required.
• Note: NYSC Certificate or Exemption document is required.

Evaluations:

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

Language:  

• Good working knowledge speaking / reading / writing of English is required.
• Good working knowledge of Pidgin is required.
• Good working knowledge of any of the three (3) major Nigerian languages (Hausa, Igbo or Yoruba) is required.

Skills and Abilities:

• Proficient in the full Microsoft Office Suite, Google applications such as Google Earth, Google Hangout and Drive and other related computer software.
• Use of office equipment such as fax machine, copiers and scanners is required.
• Ability to analyze open-source reporting and provide statistical information and reporting based on information attained via open source.
• Must have working level (ability to translate) in pidgin and one other native Nigerian language. 

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 Abuja, 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:

• 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 **

* Important

• Applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of their most recent DD-214 (“Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty”), equivalent documentation, or certification.  A “certification” is any written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions within 120 days after the certification is submitted by the applicant. The certification letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service.  Acceptable documentation must be submitted in order for the preference to be given.
• ** This level of preference applies to all Foreign Service employees on LWOP and CS with re-employment rights back to their agency or bureau.
• For more information (i.e., what is an EFM, USEFM, AEFM, MOH, etc.?) and for additional employment considerations, please visit the following link.

Marketing Statement:

• We encourage you to read and understand the Eight (8) Qualities of Overseas Employees before you apply.

Salary
NGN6,445,212 (USD38,056) Annually.

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Announcement Number: Lagos-2021-108
Location: Lagos
Series/Grade: LE - 1505 9
Promotion Potential: LE-9
Hiring Agency: Consulate General Lagos
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 5 (step 1 - 4).  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 (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 (Incumbent will be expected to travel with the officers, as appropriate, to all 17 states in the Southwest, South-South and Southeast regions of Nigeria).

Duties

• The incumbent supports the officers of the Political and Economic Section at the Consulate General in Lagos by assisting with contacts and appointments
• Providing background information and doing research as requested
• Regarding issues related to the ESTH (Environment, Science, Technology & Health) portfolio
• Drawing the attention of officers to developments of potential interest to the United States
• Drafting reports as assigned, and organizing events and round tables as required.

Qualifications and Evaluations
Experience:

• Three (3) years professional experience in research, analysis, and reporting is required.
• Job Knowledge:
• A thorough understanding of main topics related to Environment, Science, Technology, and Health in Nigeria, including how the country's complex political system addresses the issues, an in-depth knowledge of the civil society organizations and non-government organizations related to the portfolio, and some familiarity with U.S. policy objectives vis-a-vis Africa/Nigeria is required.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Studies, Urban Planning, Health, Public Administration, Conservation or related majors is required.
• NB: NYSC Certificate or Exemption document is required.

Evaluations:

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

Language:  

• Fluent Speaking / Reading / Writing in English Language is required.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to read rapidly, sort and filter information efficiently, and willingness to make cold calls, establish and develop appropriate/relevant contacts.
• The ESTH (Environmental, Science, Technology & Health) specialist must know how to develop and maintain a network of contacts; plan, organize, and execute complex research projects; and prepare concise, accurate, and analytical reports in clear, readable language.

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:

• 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 **

* Important

• Applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of their most recent DD-214 (“Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty”), equivalent documentation, or certification.  A “certification” is any written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions within 120 days after the certification is submitted by the applicant. The certification letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service.  Acceptable documentation must be submitted in order for the preference to be given.
• ** This level of preference applies to all Foreign Service employees on LWOP and CS with re-employment rights back to their agency or bureau.
• For more information (i.e., what is an EFM, USEFM, AEFM, MOH, etc.?) and for additional employment considerations, please visit the following link.

Marketing Statement:

• We encourage you to read and understand the Eight (8) Qualities of Overseas Employees before you apply.

Salary
NGN 10,908,677 / USD 47,619 / Year

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Announcement Number: Abuja-2021-109
Location: Abuja
Hiring Agency: Embassy Abuja
Series / Grade: LE - 0540 9
Promotion Potential: LE-9
Work Schedule: Full-time - 40 hours per week
Telework Eligible: No

Overview

• Hiring Path: Open to the public
• Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:
  • For USEFM - FP is 05 (steps 1 - 4).  
  • Actual FP salary is 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 the 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
Basic Function:

• Under the supervision of the Snr Financial Management Specialist who serves as the Lead for Budget and Finance, the Budget Analyst provides technical expertise in the budget, financial management, audit, and partner financial reviews to support efficient operations to meet U.S. government financial, procurement, and cooperative agreement objectives.  
• The incumbent implements systems to manage funds and internal financial controls for intramural and extramural funds to ensure the efficient use of financial resources.  
• Participates in the formulation of program and administrative operating budgets and conducts general and specific assessments and financial analyses of CDC Nigeria financial data and reports. 

Qualifications and Evaluations
Requirements:
Experience:

• Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible work experience in accounting, auditing, or financially oriented business management. Of these, 3 years experience as an auditor of an international or a non-governmental organization is required. 

Job Knowledge:

• Detailed and thorough knowledge of the theory and practice of accounting is required.
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and standards and knowledge of government auditing standards is also required.  
• Thorough knowledge of budget development, execution, and analysis, including technical procedures and methods of budgeting, computing and reporting for financial programs is required.  
• Must have knowledge of the principles of the employing organization’s payroll budget formulation and management procedures.

Education Requirements:

• A Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Auditing or Finance is required. 
• NYSC Certificate or Exemption document is required.

Evaluations:

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

Language:

• Fluent speaking/reading/writing in English is required. 

Skills and Abilities:

• Incumbent must be able to work with limited supervision to assess inconsistencies in complex financial data and to collaborate with technical staff in the preparation of budgets for technical projects.  
• The incumbent must have excellent analytical skills and be highly innovative to achieve greater financial and operational efficiency.  
• Incumbent must possess advanced computer skills with experience using word processing and spreadsheets; and be able to use CDC IRIS financial software, DoS COAST financial software, and USG PMS (Payment Management System).
• Accuracy and speed are required.  Incumbent must have an intermediate level of experience in data analysis and data entry.

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 Abuja, 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:
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.

Important

• Applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of their most recent DD-214 (“Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty”), equivalent documentation, or certification.  A “certification” is any written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions within 120 days after the certification is submitted by the applicant. The certification letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service.  Acceptable documentation must be submitted in order for the preference to be given.
• ** This level of preference applies to all Foreign Service employees on LWOP and CS with re-employment rights back to their agency or bureau.
• For more information (i.e., what is an EFM, USEFM, AEFM, MOH, etc.?) and for additional employment considerations, please visit the following link.

Marketing Statement:

• We encourage you to read and understand the Eight (8) Qualities of Overseas Employees before you apply.

Salary
NGN 10,908,677 (USD 47,619) annually.

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Announcement Number: Abuja-2021-110
Location: Abuja
Hiring Agency: Embassy Abuja
Series/Grade: LE - 0705 8
Work Schedule: Full-time - 40 hours per week
Promotion Potential: LE-8

Overview

• Hiring Path: Open to the public
• Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:
  • For USEFM - FP is 06.  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 (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: Yes
• Relocation Expenses Reimbursed: No
• Travel Required: Not Required.

Duties
Basic Function:

• The incumbent serves as the Senior Security Analyst embedded within the FSNI office which specializes in criminal threat management and/or terrorist investigations against any Department of State equity.
• The primary purpose of this position is to provide expert guidance and support to office investigations and protective intelligence operations.
• S/he provides technical and analytical support to RSO personnel in planning, development, and assisting in information gathering and in criminal, threat management and terrorist investigations.
• Responsibilities include researching, compiling, and providing advice in the interpretation of data pertaining to the security environment. Supervise the Analytical Group comprised of three (3) Security Analysts.
• Works on a rotational shift schedule that includes weekends and holidays. 

Qualifications and Evaluations

Requirements
Experience:  

• Minimum of 3 years professional work experience related to journalism, security administration, politics, or statistics is required.

Job Knowledge:  

• Must know all the different organizations in the embassy and how they work together.
• Must know rules / laws of the country, political climate, crime and terrorism environment.

Education Requirements:

• University Degree in Political Science, Criminology, Statistics, Cultural / Religious Studies, or Computer Science is required.
• Note: NYSC Certificate or Exemption document is required.

Evaluations:

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

Language:  

• Good working knowledge speaking / reading / writing of English is required.
• Good working knowledge of Pidgin is required.
• Good working knowledge of any of the three (3) major Nigerian languages (Hausa, Igbo or Yoruba) is required.

Skills and Abilities:

• Proficient in the full Microsoft Office Suite, Google applications such as Google Earth, Google Hangout and Drive and other related computer software.
• Use of office equipment such as fax machine, copiers and scanners is required.
• Ability to analyze open-source reporting and provide statistical information and reporting based on information attained via open source.
• Must have working level (ability to translate) in pidgin and one other native Nigerian 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.

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 Abuja, 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:

• 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 **

* Important

• Applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of their most recent DD-214 (“Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty”), equivalent documentation, or certification.  A “certification” is any written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions within 120 days after the certification is submitted by the applicant. The certification letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service.  Acceptable documentation must be submitted in order for the preference to be given.
• ** This level of preference applies to all Foreign Service employees on LWOP and CS with re-employment rights back to their agency or bureau.
• For more information (i.e., what is an EFM, USEFM, AEFM, MOH, etc.?) and for additional employment considerations, please visit the following link.

Marketing Statement:

• We encourage you to read and understand the Eight (8) Qualities of Overseas Employees before you apply.

Salary
NGN8,664,538 (USD42,570) Annually.