Apply for US Embassy in Nigeria Recruitment for Nigerians
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About U.S. Embassy in Nigeria
The U.S. Embassy in Nigeria has a multifaceted mission that includes advancing U.S. interests, providing protection and services to American citizens in Nigeria, promoting cultural and professional exchanges between the two countries, facilitating academic exchanges through programs like Bridge USA, and offering grants to support public diplomacy initiatives. In essence, it serves as a diplomatic center for strengthening relations and collaboration between the United States and Nigeria.
Summary
- Company: U.S. Embassy in Nigeria
- Job Opening: 3 Positions
- Qualification: HND/BSC
- Job Type: Full-time
- Location: Abuja, Lagos
- Salary: USD $53,043 /Per Year (N85,422,568.92, as of today’s exchange rate)
- Deadline: 8th August, 2024
Job Opening: 3 Positions
1. Job Title: Administrative Assistant
- Qualification: HND/BSC
- Job Type: Full-time
- Location: Abuja
- Salary: USD $53,043 /Per Year (N85,422,568.92, as of today’s exchange rate)
- Deadline: 8th August, 2024
Job Description
The U.S. Embassy in Abuja, Nigeria is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the Administrative Assistant (Management Staff Aide) position in the Management Office. The U.S. Mission in Nigeria supports Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility (DEIA). All genders are welcome to apply.
Duties
The Management Section is responsible for all administrative services to Embassy Abuja and Consulate General Lagos, a mission composed of 220 USDH and 900 LE Staff with 12 other agencies. This position serves as Management Staff Aide to the Management Counselor (MC) and Management Officer (MO) and also performs the full range of logistical, administrative, and oversight duties needed to support the work and responsibilities of the supervisors and performs project work as needed.
Education Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in the Liberal Arts, Business Administration, or Public Administration is required.
Experience
Five (5) years experience working in an administrative, managerial, or policy-related position for the U.S. Government or a large established multinational organization is required.
Job Knowledge
Strong knowledge of English grammar and business writing is required. Excellent understanding of visits or large event support is required. Strong understanding of the Department’s core hierarchy and its top officials is required. Detailed knowledge of Management and Department policies and practices (i.e., gifts, vehicle use, expediter use, procurements, overtime, allowances, ethics, etc.) is required. Good understanding of procedures and practices at Nigerian Government Ministries especially the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) is required.
Skills And Abilities
Must be an excellent writer, both as an editor and drafter. Excellent command of grammar, punctuation, and spelling is required. Excellent knowledge of U.S. Government and Mission policies and Embassy procedures is required. Excellent interpersonal skills is required. Must be a proficient user of Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and internet. Good numerical skills required for reviewing Representational, ORE, and Consulate vouchers are required.
2. Job Title: Assistant CLO Coordinator (A/CLO)
- Qualification: HND/BSC
- Job Type: Full-time
- Location: Lagos
- Salary: USD $47,419 /Per Year (N76,365,454.36 per year, as of today’s exchange rate)
- Deadline: 8th August, 2024
Job Description
The U.S. Embassy in Abuja is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the Assistant CLO Coordinator position in the Community Liaison Office. The U.S. Mission in Nigeria supports Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility (DEIA). All genders are welcome to apply.
Duties
- The Assistant Community Liaison Office Coordinator (Assistant CLO, A/CLO) supports the CLO Coordinator in fulfilling all Eight Areas of CLO Responsibility (family member employment; crisis management and security; education; communications and outreach; guidance and referral; welcoming, orientation, and departures; community liaison; and events planning), and in developing and managing post programs to enhance community morale.
- The Assistant CLO works with the CLO Coordinator to identify needs within the diverse post community and responds with effective programming, information and resources, and referrals. The incumbent works under the supervision of the CLO Coordinator and is expected to interact independently with CLO clients to develop CLO materials and programs, to formulate advocacy plans, and to generate ideas for community events. In the absence of a CLO Coordinator, the Assistant CLO will serve as back-up to fulfill all responsibilities.
Education Requirements
Completion of at least two (2) years of college or university studies is required.
Experience
A minimum of three (3) years of professional experience, including but not limited to administration, office management, customer service, program management, or public policy is required.
Job Knowledge
- A good understanding of the Foreign Service community and the structure of the federal government is required. Knowledge of general principles of program management and program monitoring is required. Standard knowledge of Microsoft Office is required.
- Knowledge of the Department of State’s programs and policies pertaining to CLO Coordinator’s Eight Areas of Responsibility (community liaison, crisis management, employment, education, guidance and referral, communications and outreach, welcoming/orientation/departures, and events planning) is required.
Skills And Abilities
- The Assistant CLO must exercise good judgment when advocating for diverse employees and family members and dealing with confidential matters.
- Must possess excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact well with others, demonstrating good teamwork.
- Must be able to work in a high-stress, fast-paced work environment. Must possess experience in data collection and report writing.
3. Job Title: Mail Room Clerk
- Qualification: SSCE/HND/BSC
- Job Type: Full-time
- Location: Lagos
- Salary: USD $10,833 /Per Year (N16,298,248 per year, current exchange rate)
- Deadline: 5th July, 2024
Job Description
The U.S. Mission in Abuja, Nigeria is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the Mail Room Clerk position in the Diplomatic Technology Office. The U.S. Mission in Nigeria supports Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility (DEIA). All genders are welcome to apply
Duties
- The Mailroom Clerk receives, dispatches, sorts, and distributes mail from multiple sources. These include but are not limited to local and international mail, Diplomatic Post Office (DPO) mail, diplomatic pouch material, and commercial courier services.
- The incumbent spends a large percentage of the time serving customers at the Mailroom service window. The incumbent is supervised by the Mailroom Supervisor with overall supervision by a designated DT employee.
Requirements
- Successful completion of high school or local equivalent is required.
Experience:
One year of experience in customer care, office assistance, or clerical work is required.
Job Knowledge:
Knowledge of standard office practices is required. Knowledge of Department of State DPO, Pouch, and host country post regulations and procedures is required; knowledge of local post offices, airport, and train facilities, as well as a local courier systems are required. Good understanding of Mission’s organization, function, personnel, and practices of the agencies to which mail service is provided is required.
