US Embassy Latest Recruitment- US Embassy is looking to hire qualified and suitable candidates to fill the positions below. Qualified and interested candidates should kindly apply below.US Embassy – The U.S. Mission to Nigeria comprises of the Embassy in Abuja, FCT, and the Consulate General in Lagos. U.S. Consulate General Lagos is the Mission’s representative to the Nigerian people in the southern region.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
(1)Job Title: Purchasing Agent – All Interested Candidates
Announcement Number: Abuja-2022-121
Location: Abuja
Hiring Agency: Embassy Abuja
Series/Grade: LE – 0810 7
Work Schedule: Full-time – 40 hours per week
Promotion Potential: LE-7
Job Description
- 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
- 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.
- Relocation Expenses Reimbursed: No
- Travel Required: Not Required
Job Roles/Responsibilities
- The incumbent procures a variety of goods and services for all agencies at post.
- S/he will also perform contract administration on all formal contracts, purchase orders, and other contracting instruments.
- The incumbent is responsible for maintaining a filing system for all contracting activities and reports directly to the Procurement Supervisor.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Completion of University degree in Business Administration, Management, Mathematics, Purchasing & Supply or related fields is required.
- NYSC Certificate or Exemption document is required.
- Minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible procurement related experience is required.
- Good working knowledge of standard procurement and contracting regulations, instructions, procedures, and practices is required.
- Incumbent must have an ability to learn local market practices and the capability of local contractors.
- Ability to learn to understand local pricing customs and practices is required.
- This may be tested. Please specify your level of proficient in the language listed.
- Fluency in speaking / reading / writing of English language is required.
- Computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel spreadsheets are required
- 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.
- All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications.
Required Documents
Please provide the required documentation listed below with your application:
- Copy of Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent)
- Residency and/or Work Permit
- High School Diploma
- DD-214 – Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)
- SF-50 (if applicable)
Required Documents
To qualify based on education, you MUST submit the requested degree and / or transcripts as verification of educational requirement by the closing date of this announcement. Failure to provide requested information, or the information is insufficient to verify eligibility, may result in disqualification for this position.
- Residency and/or Work Permit
- Degree (not transcript)
- NYSC Certificate or Exception document
Eligible Family Member Applicants:
- Copy of Sponsor’s Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent)
- DD-214 – Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)
- SF-50 (if applicable)
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”), Letter from Veterans’ Affairs which indicates the present existence of a service-connected disability dated within the past six months, 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.
Additional 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.
Benefits
NGN 7,298,859 (USD 38,894) / Annum
- 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.
Mode of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
Application Instruction
- All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a Public Trust clearance.
- To apply for this position click the “APPLY TO THIS VACANCY” button at the top of the page. Click on the “Submit Application” button to complete your application process. For more information on how to apply visit the Mission internet site.
(2)Job Title: Community Liaison Office Assistant (CLO Assistant) – Employees of Mission
Announcement Number: Lagos-2022-122
Location: Lagos
Hiring Agency: Consulate General Lagos
Series/Grade: FP – 0101 7
Work Schedule: Full-time – 40 hours per week
Promotion Potential: FP-7
Job Description
- Hiring Path: Open to the public
- Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:
- For USEFM – FS is 07. Actual FS salary determined by Washington D.C.
- Employees of Mission – All/or USEFMs, EFMs or MOHs.
- Security Clearance Required: Public Trust – Background Investigation
- Appointment Type: Permanent
- Appointment Type Details: Definite not to Exceed (5 years)
- 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
Roles/Responsibilities
- The CLO Assistant is a mandatory ICASS package and as such serves all participating USG agencies at post.
- The CLO is a rated ICASS service provider whose base constituency includes all direct-hire employees, family members and members of household.
- The Lagos Community Liaison Office serves a client base of up to 180 people.
- The incumbent assists the Community Liaison Office in developing and maintaining key contacts and managing information that benefits the morale and welfare of the entire mission including TDYers, Long-Term Contractors and LES. Supports eight (8) areas of CLO responsibilities (Event Planning, Community Liaison, Welcome & Orientation, Guidance and Referral, Information & Resource Management, and Education Liaison) as well as the management of post programs to maintain high morale of community members.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Completion of Secondary School or received high school diploma is required.
- A minimum of two years of clerical or administrative experience in a management/administrative support or executive assistant role with familiarization of newsletter and other publication processing is required.
- Good working knowledge of Consulate/Embassy organizational structure; a strong understanding or experience in newsletter design and editing; good working knowledge of event planning; and Good working knowledge of DOS policies on CLO programs are required.
- This may be tested. Please specify your level of proficient in the language listed.
- Fluency in speaking / reading / writing of English language is required.
- Excellent communication (written and oral) skills.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize multi-tasks.
- Strong interpersonal skills in order to deal with a variety of Consulate personnel and delegations.
- Strong research skills in order to respond to inquiries from the Consulate community.
- Must be proficient in the use of MS Outlook, MS Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Canva and Share Point.
- Must have typing skills where accuracy is required but speed is not.
- 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.
- All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications.
Additional Information:
- 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 re-employment 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:
Benefits
USD 38,894 / Annum
- 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.
Mode of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
Application Instruction
- All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a Public Trust clearance.
- To apply for this position click the “APPLY TO THIS VACANCY” button at the top of the page. Click on the “Submit Application” button to complete your application process. For more information on how to apply visit the Mission internet site.
Next Steps
- Applicants who are invited to take a language or skills test, or who are selected for an interview will be contacted via email.
- For further information – the complete position description listing all of the duties, responsibilities, required qualifications, etc. may be obtained by contacting the Human Resources Office.
- Thank you for your application and your interest in working at the U.S. Mission in Lagos, Nigeria.
(3)Job Title: Housing Clerk – All Interested Candidates
Announcement Number: Lagos-2022-123
Location: Lagos
Hiring Agency: Consulate General Lagos
Series / Grade: LE – 0820 6
Work Schedule: Full-time – 40 hours per week
Promotion Potential: LE-6
Job Description
- Hiring Path: Open to the public
- Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:
- For USEFM – FP is 08. Actual FP salary determined by Washington D.C.
- All Interested Candidates
- Security Clearance Required: Public Trust – Background Investigation
- Appointment Type: Permanent
- Appointment Type Details: Indefinite subject to successful completion of probationary period.
- The work schedule for this position is: Full Time (40 hours per week)
- 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
Job Roles/Responsibilities
- The incumbent maintains the Real Property Application (RPA) at post, including working closely with OBO when necessary.
- Incumbent maintains and updates post housing files.
- Assists in property survey and drafting of routine correspondences, preparing draft leases and cables for approvals.
- Assists the Real Property Assistants to conduct visual inspection prior to departure of employees to assess state of furniture, cleanliness of apartment and make ready concerns and in searching for new properties for the housing pool.
- Ensures that household furnishings and fixtures are in good working order and notes if repair or replacement is needed.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Two (2) years of University Studies is required.
- Minimum of two (2) years in real estate/property management and administrative management is required.
- Knowledge of Nigerian real estate laws and property values is required. Knowledge of Nigerian government agencies responsible for documentation and issues relating to real property is required.
- Must have good knowledge of business correspondence, applicable instructions and standard office procedures,
- Please specify your level of proficiency in the language listed
- Fluent in speaking / reading / writing of English is required.
- The ability to use a personal computer with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and other related Microsoft Suite is required.
- A valid drivers license is required with a driving experience of at least five years.
- 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.
- All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications.
Other Information:
- 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 re-employment 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:
Salary
NGN 5,308,438 (USD 34,770 / Annum
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.
Mode of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
Application Instruction
- All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a Public Trust clearance.
- To apply for this position click the “APPLY TO THIS VACANCY” button at the top of the page. Click on the “Submit Application” button to complete your application process. For more information on how to apply visit the Mission internet site.
Required Documents
To qualify based on education, you MUST submit the requested degree and / or transcripts as verification of educational requirement by the closing date of this announcement. Failure to provide requested information, or the information is insufficient to verify eligibility, may result in disqualification for this position.
All Applicants:
- Residency and/or Work Permit
- University Degree OR University Transcripts
- Valid Drivers License
Eligible Family Member Applicants:
- Copy of Sponsor’s Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent)
- DD-214 – Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)
- SF-50 (if applicable)
Next Steps
- Applicants who are invited to take a language or skills test, or who are selected for an interview will be contacted via email.
- For further information – the complete position description listing all of the duties, responsibilities, required qualifications, etc. may be obtained by contacting the Human Resources Office.
- Thank you for your application and your interest in working at the U.S. Mission in Lagos, Nigeria.
Application Closing Date
submission of all applications ends 1st November, 2022.
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