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The U.S. Embassy Abuja, Nigeria is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the Agricultural Specialist position in the Foreign Agricultural Services (FAS) Office.

Duties

The Agricultural Specialist (entry-level specialist) is responsible for representing the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) in Nigeria. The incumbent researches and prepares reports that provide agricultural commodity and trade policy intelligence, best prospects and advice for U.S. agricultural stakeholders and on other relevant topics for assigned agricultural commodities. Responsibilities also include advocating for U.S. agricultural interests by implementing projects, identifying appropriate actions, and resolving trade problems. The incumbent identifies, develops, and maintains professional and social relationships and consultative contacts (working-to-mid levels) to gain cooperation on substantive agricultural matters.

Qualifications:

FOR THE EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS, APPLICANTS MUST MEET EITHER OPTION 1 OR OPTION 2 TO QUALIFY.

Option 1:

Experience:

Minimum of three (3) years work experience in one or more fields of agricultural economics, agricultural policy, commodity trade, and marketing analysis/research that includes significant analysis and report writing is required.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Economics, Food and Agricultural Marketing, Agriculture, Agribusiness, or International Trade is required.

Note: NYSC Certificate/Exemption/Exclusion document is required.

Option 2:

Experience: Minimum five (5) years of work experience in one or more fields of agricultural economics, agricultural policy, commodity trade, and marketing analysis/research that includes significant analysis and report writing is required.

Education: Two (2) years of university studies in any field.

Please address this factor in your ERA application under Major Duties and Responsibilities.

Language: 

• Fluent speaking/reading/writing in English is required. 
• Good working knowledge in French is required.
• Please address this language requirement in your ERA application. 

Job Knowledge:

Thorough knowledge of agricultural practices, market conditions, and government policies in the host country is required. Knowledge of host government structure and responsibilities of various Ministries and offices, congressional and legislative processes as it relates to economic, trade, and agricultural policy matters is required. Good understanding of international agreements relating to agricultural policy and agricultural economic supply/demand theories and concepts is required.

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Summary:

The U.S. Consulate General Lagos, Nigeria is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for Visa Assistant (Team Lead) position in the Consular Section.

Duties

Position supervises, monitors, and trains a team of six to eight Locally Employed Staff (LE Staff) in the task of processing the full range of non-immigrant and immigrant visas for Nigerian citizens and third-country nationals.  Refers only unusual, complex, or questionable cases to the LE Staff Supervisory Visa Assistant or Consular Officer.  Employee leads one of four rotating Visa Unit teams, who share duties over the course of the year.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, International Relations, Literature in English, Law, Humanities or related fields is required. NYSC Certificate or Exemption letter is required. 

Experience:

• Minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible work experience in the application of regulatory material and in public contact work is required.

Job Knowledge:

Must have detailed knowledge of U.S. immigration laws, regulations and procedures, and the Unit's standard operating procedures and Departmental guidance relating to correspondence on complex visa issues. Must have a complete understanding of all computer based NIV and IV programs. Ability to understand general procedures and documents and effectively apply them to relevant contexts and explain such information clearly to other individuals.

Skills And Abilities:

• Ability to make use of Microsoft office packages like MS Word, Outlook and Excel. Ability to draft correspondence in level IV English; must be able to interpret and discuss in at least one local language. Requires tact and judgment in dealing with the public.
• Must be able to maintain appropriate confidentiality and to preserve the integrity of the consular system.
• Must be able to withstand external pressure from persistent applicants and petitioners.
• Must be able to work under pressure and prioritize work to suit team needs.