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 following positions below:

Title: Investigative Assistant

Location: Lagos
Job Type: Full time

Duties

  • The Investigative Assistant (IA) assists in an array of sensitive and complex criminal investigations related to document fraud, human smuggling, trafficking in persons, and other criminal issues as directed by the Assistant Regional Security Officer- Investigator (ARSO-I).
  • The job holder provides investigative, analytical, and administrative support in the operation of the Diplomatic Security (DS) Overseas Criminal Investigations (OCI) program at post.
  • The job holder updates the ongoing investigations database in Department of State (DOS) computer systems, and controls access of sensitive information.
  • The incumbent must be able to obtain a secret security clearance. 

Requirements

  • Two (2) years of general college or university studies is required.
  • Experience: Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in administrative, journalism, education, business, logistics, investigative analysis, legal, law enforcement, emergency response, analytical or research-related fields is required.
  • Fluent speaking/reading/writing of English is required.

Salary
USD $42,391 per year.

Application Closing Date
10th November, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Title: Senior Program Specialist, HIV Care & Treatment

Location: Abuja
Job type: Full time

Job Summary

  • The U.S. Embassy in Abuja, Nigeria is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the Public Health Specialist (Treatment) position in the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Office. 

Responsibilities

  • The incumbent is a Senior Project Manager and key Public Health Advisor on treatment to the Branch Chief and Team Lead.
  • Position is responsible for providing strategic advice and project support to the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR); contributing leadership to the planning of a national program of care and treatment for People Living with HIV (PLHIV), assisting in the development and coordination of assessment activities, and establishing the program’s guidelines, procedures and strategies. 
  • This position provides the CDC office with the necessary public health leadership and medical expertise to manage CDC sponsored care and treatment activities.
  • The incumbent assures collaboration among PEPFAR Nigeria partners involved in HIV/AIDS care and treatment programs and takes the lead in promoting use of internationally recognized best practices in care and treatment among PEPFAR sponsored programs in Nigeria. 
  • The incumbent is responsible for ensuring that CDC-Nigeria’s implementing partners achieve extremely ambitious targets for care and treatment over the next few years.

Requirements

  • A MD or MBBS degree is required. In addition, a post-graduate degree in public health (MPH) or MSc, or post-graduate Medical Fellowship in Internal Medicine, Infectious Diseases, Pediatrics or Public Health is required.
  • NYSC Certificate or Exemption document is required.
  • Minimum of five (5) years public health experience in the management of HIV treatment programs at local, state or international levels that entails responsibility for evaluation of program activities is required.
  • Experience in developing, implementing and evaluating HIV/AIDS care and treatment programs that involve coordination with an international agency or implementing partner is required.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Title: Administrative Assistant

Announcement Number: Abuja-2024-063RA-1
Location: Abuja
Work Schedule: Full-time – 40 hour per week

Summary

  • 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. 
  • 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.

Requirements
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.

Salary
USD $53,043 / Per Year.

Application Closing Date
30th October, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Title: Warehouse Worker

Location: Abuja (FCT)
Job Type: Full-time
Work Schedule: 48 hours per week

Job Summary

  • The U.S. Embassy in Abuja, Nigeria is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the Warehouse Worker position in the General Services office. 

Duties

  • Under the direct supervision of the Warehouse Foreman, the incumbent performs manual supply duties in the warehouse, unloads incoming supplies, office and household furniture and equipment, moves property from the receiving area to authorized storage area, confirms storage area with receiving supervisor.
  • Incumbent performs housekeeping duties in the storage areas to ensure a clean and safe environment and assist in conducting inventories.
  • Incumbent must ensure that all job activities and duties are performed in a responsible manner to avoid the creation of safety or health hazards.

Job Requirements
Education:

  • Completion of Secondary School is required.

Experience: 

  • One (1) year prior work experience in the supply/warehouse section is required.

Job Knowledge:

  • Must have good forklift and vehicular driving skills.
  • Must have good knowledge of warehouse storage and property handling practices.
  • Please address this factor in your ERA application under Major Duties and Responsibilities.

Skills and Abilities: 

  • Incumbent must be able to perform moderately heavy work and make heavy lifts of at least 20kg.
  • Must be tactful and be able to communicate with customers clearly. 
  • Must have a valid Class B Nigeria driver’s license. 
  • Ability to adhere to safety regulations is required.
  • Good understanding of the host country’s roads, laws, and Embassy safety programs and rules is required.

Benefits

  • The U.S. Mission offers a competitive compensation and benefits package for local employees.
  • For Eligible Family Member (EFM) applicants, benefits should be discussed with the HR Office.
  • The pay plan is assigned by the HR Office and confirmed by Washington, D.C.

Application Closing Date
22nd October, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note

  • The U.S. Mission in Nigeria supports Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility (DEIA).
  • All genders are welcome to apply.

Title: Administrative Assistant
Announcement Number: Abuja-2024-063RA-1
Location: Abuja
Work Schedule: Full-time – 40 hour per week

Summary

  • 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. 
  • 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.

Requirements
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.

Salary
USD $53,043 / Per Year.

Application Closing Date
30th October, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Title: Fraud Prevention Assistant
Location: Lagos
Job Type: Full time

Job Summary

  • The incumbent will perform wide-ranging anti-fraud investigations in support of consular operations, including analysis, phone and in-person interviews, verification of documents and case details with government officials and site visits.
  • Investigations primarily focus on analysis of facts to support fraud determinations that can affect whether an applicant is eligible for a citizenship or an immigrant benefit.     

Requirements
Option 1:

  • Experience:  Minimum four (4) years of work experience as an investigator or researcher for the police, court, law firm, insurance company, government or private agency is required.
  • Education: A university degree in any of the following: Law, Psychology, Forensics, Economics or Criminology is required.  Note: NYSC Certificate/Exemption/Exclusion document is required.

OR

Option 2:

  • Experience: Minimum six (6) years of work experience as an investigator or researcher for the police, court, law firm, insurance company, government or private agency is required.
  • Education: Two (2) years of university studies in any field.

Job Knowledge: 

  • Thorough knowledge of the Nigerian legal system and official documents is required. Knowledge of Nigerian culture, customs, and family relations is required.
  • Must have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to gain the confidence of those with access to information about fraudulent documents and criminal activities. 

Salary
USD $31,148 per year.

Application Closing Date
8th October, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Title: Facility Management Assistant
Announcement Number: Lagos-2024-068RA
Location: Lagos
Series/Grade: FP – 2595 9

Job Summary

  • The U.S. Consulate General in Lagos, Nigeria is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the Security Escort (Facility Management Assistant/Escort) position in Facility Management. 
  • The U.S. Mission in Nigeria supports Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility (DEIA). 

Duties

  • Incumbent is assigned to Facility Management (FAC) at the U.S. Consulate Lagos and performs all the duties of a security escort by monitoring and escorting non-cleared visitors and consulate personnel while in controlled access areas (CAA) or in other locations throughout all Consulate facilities.
  • Incumbent will also perform administrative duties of customer service for U.S. Consulate.  Incumbent works with FAC Residential Maintenance Supervisor, FAC Assistant Post Occupational Safety and Health Officer (A/POSHO), General Services Office (GSO) Housing and GSO Property and Regional Security Office (RSO) Residential Security Coordinator to ensure residential quarters meet Department of State requirements and standards.
  • Some after-hours work, weekend and holiday work may be required.
  • Incumbent must hold a Top-Secret Security Clearance to access CAA.

Qualifications
Education: 

  • Completion of High School/Secondary School is required.

Experience: 

  • Minimum one (1) year of prior experience in an office, management, or security-related position is required.

Job Knowledge:

  • General knowledge of office working environments is required.
  • Please address this factor in your ERA application under Major Duties and Responsibilities.

Skills And Abilities:

  • Basic keyboard skills and computer literacy, including but not limited to Microsoft Office Suite software are required.
  • Numerical skills required for quick calculations of staff in cleared areas and notation in reporting is required.
  • Incumbent must be observant, flexible, and service oriented.
  • Must have the ability to perform prolonged periods of standing/walking and somewhat physically demanding activities to include climbing ladders, working in cramped spaces and at times working in inclement weather.

Application Closing Date
3rd October, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Title: Travel Coordinator
Location: Lagos
Job Type: Full time

Job Summary

  • Incumbent will coordinate all USG official travel in the U.S. Consulate Lagos District and track all USG employee movements. Based on contact and open-source reporting, the incumbent will make security recommendations concerning travel to the Consul General and the RSO for his/her final approval.

Duties

  • Incumbent will communicate and coordinate with U.S. Government employees on all official travel in Nigeria and more specifically the US Consulate Lagos District, in accordance with mission Travel Policy and all applicable U.S. Government guidelines and regulations.
  • Incumbent will stay up to date with current threats via daily contact with RSO or his/her delegate, RSOs of other foreign missions, NGOs, Nigerian police and open-source information (newspapers, internet, television). Incumbent will refer to information gathered from contacts and open source when submitting travel recommendations to RSO. Maintain a weekly travel publication to be disseminated to RSO and section heads.
  • Coordinate with the S/GSO to ensure that GOVs used in support of official travel meet RSO requirement and are available. Incumbent will provide timely security updates and advice to Motor Pool and travelers and will coordinate with RSO staff if travelers become stranded and/or are subject to threat.
  • Track and plot employee movement and their travel routes. Prepare annual statistics for the Travel Program in Lagos. As appropriate, coordinate travel that affects both Abuja and Lagos missions.
  • Fill in as RSO-OMS during staffing vacancies, performing basic administrative duties as required.

Requirements

  • A High School diploma or equivalent is required
  • Two (2) years experience in an office environment is required.
  • Work experience in a clerical position is required, using the Microsoft Office Suite on a daily basis is required.
  • Frequent interaction with the public in person, in writing and via telephone is required. 

Salary
USD $7,896 per year.

Application Closing Date
2nd October, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Title: Consular Associate
Announcement Number: Lagos-2024-041RA-1
Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

  • The U.S. Consulate General in Lagos, Nigeria is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the Consular Associate position in the Consular section.
  • The U.S. Mission in Nigeria supports Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility (DEIA). All genders are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

  • Under the direct supervision of the Consular Chief, the Consular Associate is assigned a wide range of responsibilities in the American Citizen Services (ACS) Unit, Nonimmigrant Visa (NIV) Unit, Immigrant Visa Unit, and Fraud Prevention Unit (FPU). 
  • The jobholder provides consular services to U.S. citizens, conducts non-adjudicatory visa processing, and assists in investigation and validation studies.  Incumbent also handles correspondence with the public, attorneys, U.S. and host governments, Congress, and other parties. 
  • Must be able to secure and maintain a Secret level security clearance.

Requirements

  • Completion of High School/Secondary School is required.
  • Minimum of Two (2) years of office administrative experience is required.

Skills:

  • Ability to input data in consular systems with minimum errors, and spot and correct errors made by others (applicants and fellow staff).
  • Demonstrated skills in MS Office Suite and general computer skills including information and database management.
  • Organizational skills, including task management and filing skills; communication skills including writing skills appropriate for drafting official correspondence and reports.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DOS Secret Security clearance.
  • Tact and good judgment in dealing with the public, often under difficult and sensitive circumstances.
  • Sensitivity in evaluating evidence and applying complex regulations correctly.
  • Ability to learn applicable U.S. and host country laws, regulations, legal precedents and court decisions.
  • Good interpersonal skill.

Salary
USD $42,391 per year.

Application Closing Date
3rd October, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note: The U.S. Mission in Nigeria supports Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility (DEIA). All genders are welcome to apply.

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