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    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:

    Job Title: Consular Associate – U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs) (Training Grade)

    Announcement Number: Lagos-2023-051RA
    Location: Lagos
    Work Schedule: Full-time – 40 hours per week; Part-time (minimum of 20 hours per week) work schedule may be considered.
    Hiring Agency: Consulate General Lagos
    Series / Grade: LE – 0505 12
    Promotion Potential: LE-12

    Overview

    • 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.
      • U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs) – All Agencies
    • 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 number of 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

    • 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 job holder 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.

    Qualifications and Evaluations
    Education Requirements:

    • Completion of High School is required.

    Experience:

    •  One year of office administrative experience is required.

    Job Knowledge:

    • General Understanding of U.S. policies related to consular and visa operations is required.

    Evaluation:

    • This may be tested. Applicant MUST address ALL language proficiency requirement to be considered.

    Language:

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

    Skills and Abilities:

    • 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.

    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:

    • 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.

    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:

    Salary
    USD36,195 / Per Year.

    Application Closing Date
    16th June, 2023.

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

    Job Title: Administrative & Clinical Clerk – Employees of Mission – All/or USEFMs, EFMs or MOHs

    Announcement Number: Abuja-2023-057
    Location: Abuja
    Work Schedule: Full-time – 40 hours per week; Part-time (minimum of 20 hours per week) work schedule may be considered.
    Hiring Agency: Embassy Abuja
    Series / Grade: FP – 0545 8
    Promotion Potential: FP-8

    Overview

    • 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.
      • 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)

    Summary

    • The work schedule for this position is: Full Time (40 number of 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

    • Incumbent support Health Unit personnel in executing the Department of State Medical Program to complete tasks that are administrative in nature, but benefit from clinical knowledge.
    • Maintaining pharmacy records and ordering medications, reviewing storage areas and preparing unusable items for destruction or sale, tracking both American and Local Staff chronic disease follow-up programs, tracking bio-threat supplies and medications, supporting admin assistants, clinicians, nurses and laboratory technicians in daily activities.
    • The position is directly supervised by the Office Manager/Admin Assistant of the Health Unit.

    Qualifications and Evaluations
    Education Requirements:

    • Completion of Secondary School or high school diploma is required.

    Experience:

    • 2 years of experience in a setting requiring customer service responsibilities and prior work with medical records or handling of private, confidential information, or in clinical field is required.

    Job Knowledge:

    • Knowledge of and ability to recognize medical names and dosing is required.

    Evaluation:

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

    Language:

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

    Skills and Abilities:

    • Proficiency in typing and operating word processing equipment is required. Ability to learn and effectively use database software to include a variety of web-based State Department inventory management and data collection programs is required.
    • Effective communication skills, strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize among multiple tasks at one time is required.
    • Absolute confidentiality with respect to all clinical information is required.
    • Strong social skills to encourage positive attitudes to the medical unit by a wide variety of persons, both local and American 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:

    • 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.

    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:

    Salary
    USD36,195 / Per Year.

    Application Closing Date
    16th June, 2023.

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

    Job Title: EFM Acquisition and Assistance Specialist – DOS & USAID USDH AEFMs Only

    Announcement Number: Abuja-2023-059
    Location: Abuja
    Work Schedule: Full-time – 40 hours per week
    Hiring Agency: Embassy Abuja
    Series / Grade: FP – 0810 5
    Promotion Potential: FP-5

    Overview

    • Hiring Path: Open to the public
    • Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:
      • Appointment Eligible Family Members (AEFM) of DOS and USAID U.S. Direct Hires Only
      • FS is 05. Actual FS step in grade will be determined by USAID Headquarters. (see hiring preference in other information section).
    • Security Clearance Required: Public Trust – Background Investigation
    • Appointment Type: Term appt, NTE 2 yrs
    • Appointment Type Details: Definite not to Exceed 2 years

    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

    Duties

    • The Acquisition and Assistance Specialist (Entry Level/EL) is located ln the Regional/Mission Office of Acquisition and Assistance.
    • The function of the Office is to provide Acquisition and Assistance (A&A) support to Technical Offices and Development Objective (DO) Teams in the Mission, and in any Offices that may be supported by the Mission.
    • The primary purpose of this position is to support the cognizant Mission Contracting/Agreement Officer, by performing a variety of A&A duties including, writing grants, cooperative agreements, contracts, and other procurement instruments, and preparing amendments/modifications to such instruments in support of the Mission.
    • The Specialist reviews and recommends approval or revision of requisitions in the Global Acquisition and Assistance System (GLAAS); reviews and recommends approval or revision of statements of work (SOW); drafts A&A solicitation documents; performs cost and price analysis; analyzes A&A offers or applications received; drafts A&A award instruments and modifications; analyzes budgets; recommends special A&A award requirements; writes memoranda of negotiation; and, prepares other required documentation.
    • The Specialist maintains up-to-date A&A files and records, manages Contractor Performance Assessment Reports (CPARs), and supports award closeout.
    • The Specialist provides guidance to supported Teams related to A&A award modifications.
    • The Specialist is responsible for carrying out day-to-day activities under the mentorship of more senior Office employees.

    Qualifications and Evaluations
    Education Requirements:

    • A Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Accounting, Economics, Finance, Marketing, Commerce or Law is required.

    Experience:

    • A minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in acquisition and assistance, development assistance, or a position that requires closely related skills, such as program management, law, or financial management, is required.
    • One (1) year of this experience must have been gained working in a position equivalent to responsibilities in this job description or an occupation that requires similar skills.
    • At least two (2) years of this experience should have been with an international/local organization, U.S. Government department or agencies or other international development organizations within the A&A landscape.

    Job Knowledge:

    • Knowledge of public and/or private-sector business processes, or the ability to quickly gain such knowledge, is required.
    • An understanding of USG A&A regulations and policies, and/or knowledge and understanding of how to execute and administer a complex acquisition and assistance portfolio, and/or the ability to quickly gain such understanding, is required, particularly as it relates to acquisition through methods of negotiation, sealed bidding, simplified acquisition procedures, and that result in standard and established contract types.
    • General knowledge of office management procedures and specialized knowledge of administrative work is required.
    • Working knowledge of standard software packages utilized by USAID, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and the ability to do research on the internet is required.

    Language:

    • Fluent level in speaking, reading and writing English is required. (This may be tested).

    Skills and Abilities:

    • The ability to plan and administer simple A&A activities and provide A&A support for Agency programs and projects in a timely manner, is required.
    • The ability to apply contracting and assistance regulations, procedures, and policies to acquisition and assistance programs involving few complexities, is required.
    • Skill in solving practical problems relating to A&A is required. An ability to deal effectively with mid- to high-level representatives of the US, local, and regional business community, and with colleagues in USAID Missions and/or host governments throughout the region, is required. Skill in the use of most elements of the Microsoft Office suite is required.
    • Good analytical, negotiating, and time management skills, along with strong proofreading skills and attention to detail, are required.
    • The ability to work calmly, tactfully, and effectively under pressure is essential, as well as the ability to maintain strict Confidentiality, and meet all Standards of Conduct/Ethics Standards in accordance with US Jaw throughout all phases of the A&A process, is required.
    • Demonstrated ability to organize and manage A&A actions and filing systems effectively; ability to deal effectively with mid and high-level officials of agency/host government/private sector is required.
    • Must have analytical skills in order to determine applicability of USAID regulations pertaining to filing and closeout of A&A actions.
    • Must have the ability to learn federal acquisition regulation and code of federal regulation with respect to procurement rules and regulations.

    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:

    • 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.

    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:

    Salary
    USD $50,662 annually.

    Application Closing Date
    19th June, 2023.

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

    Job Title: Chauffeur – All Interested Candidates

    Announcement Number: Abuja-2023-060
    Location: Abuja
    Promotion Potential: LE-4
    Hiring Agency: Embassy Abuja
    Series/Grade: LE – 1015 4
    Work Schedule: Full-time – 48 hours per week

    Overview

    • Hiring Path: Open to the public
    • Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:
    • For USEFM – FP is AA.  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 (48 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: 75% or less
    • Job holder drives Mission Nigeria officials and visitors both in Abuja and in other states as required following procedures of defensive driving techniques and safety regulations.

    Basic Function

    • Under the direct supervision of the Motor pool Supervisor, incumbent operates a variety of armored and non-armored motor vehicles to transport Mission personnel, including VIP visitors, TDY staff, delegations and field trips.
    • Performs routine preventive maintenance, cleaning of vehicle and completes trip ticket to notate each trip taken on their shift, including mileage, fuel, condition of vehicle, and passenger details.

    Qualifications and Evaluations
    Education Requirements:

    • Completion of Secondary School is required.

    Experience:

    • Minimum of 3 years professional driving experience is required.

    Job Knowledge

    • Thorough knowledge of Abuja and other Nigeria cities is required.
    • Must have a good knowledge of automotive, mechanical, safety and maintenance practices i.e. checking fluids and tire pressure.
    • Must be familiar with local traffic laws, traffic patterns, and locations of various government offices.

    Evaluations:

    • This may be tested. Applicants must specify level of proficiency in the language listed.

    Language:

    • Limited knowledge, Reading, Speaking and writing of English Language is required.

    Skills and Abilities:

    • Must have a valid class B or D driver’s license.
    • Ability to work on rotational shift schedule is required.
    • Must be able to drive carefully and cautiously in heavy and chaotic traffic.
    • Ability to communicate clearly on the phone and/or by radio and follow instructions is required.
    • Ability to recognize hazards or potential dangerous  situations and take appropriate defensive actions 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, Nigera 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:

    • 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.

    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 .

    Marketing Statement:

    Salary
    NGN 4,146,835 (USD $27,782) / Per Year

    Application Closing Date
    22nd June, 2023

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

    Job Title: Supply Clerk (Expendables)

    Announcement Number: Abuja-2023-061
    Location: Abuja
    Work Schedule: Full-time – 40 hours per week
    Hiring Agency: Embassy Abuja
    Series / Grade: LE – 0801 5
    Promotion Potential: LE-5

    Overview

    • Hiring Path: Open to the public
    • Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:
      • For USEFM – FP is 09.  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 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:

    • This incumbent manages the delivery, issuance, storage, disposal and inventory control of expendable supplies.
    • The position is in the General Services Section and under the supervision of the GSO Supply Supervisor.
    • This position is characterized with providing support to medium size posts.
    • This position is characterized as providing support to medium size posts with no Property Supervisor.

    Qualifications and Evaluations
    Education Requirements:

    • Completion of High School or Secondary is required.

    Experience:

    • A minimum of two (2) years of experience in supply/warehousing/expendables or property/supply management is required.

    Job Knowledge:

    • Knowledge of supply chain, warehousing operations and/or property/expendables management.
    • Knowledge in computerized inventory and stock control data programs.
    • Knowledge of local vendors and their procedures.
    • Knowledge of SHEM safety guidelines.

    Evaluations:

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

    Language:

    • Good working knowledge of speaking / writing / speaking English is required.

    Skills and Abilities:

    • Strong recordkeeping, technical, and administrative skills, and attention to detail.
    • Computer competencies including basic skills in Microsoft Office applications.
    • Must have a valid, class B driver’s license.
    • Must be able to lift a maximum of 51 lbs. (23kg) under OSHA standards.

    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:

    • 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.

    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:

    Salary
    USD $32,357 (NGN 4,007,848) annually.

    Application Closing Date
    22nd June, 2023.

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

    Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic – All Interested Candidates (Generator Technician)

    Location: Lagos
    Announcement Number: Lagos-2023-062
    Promotion Potential: LE-6
    Series/Grade: LE – 1210 6
    Hiring Agency: Consulate General Lagos
    Work Schedule: Full-time – 48 hour per week (Worked on a shift schedule)

    Overview

    • 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 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 (48 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

    • The incumbent is assigned to Facility Management and is directly supervised by the Building Engineer for all assigned duties.
    • Job holder carries out preventive maintenance, repair, installation, modification, trouble-shooting, overhaul, testing adjustment and calibration of various diesel generators, automatic transfer switches, fuel tanks, batteries and chargers, transformers and associated mechanical and electrical systems.
    • Incumbent receives written or verbal requests for maintenance services and ascertains all of the information to determine whether the work is of a routine or emergency nature. This position is a 48-hour per week worked on a shift schedule.

    Qualifications and Evaluations
    Requirements:

    • Experience: Minimum of five (5) years experience in generator trouble-shooting, repairing and installation is required.

    Job Knowledge:

    • Knowledge of normal, diesel engines, electrical alternators, complete preventive maintenance procedures is required. Must possess job knowledge to include general computer literacy.

    Education Requirements:

    • Completion of Secondary School or Technical Training College and three (3) years of journey man knowledge in maintenance and repair of standby generator and/or uninterrupted power supply systems is required.

    Evaluations:

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

    Language:

    • Good working knowledge reading/speaking/writing in English is required.

    Skills and Abilities:

    • Must hold a valid Nigeria driver’s license. Ability to use measurement tools needed to lay out and cut shaped, threaded, and joined materials is required.
    • Ability to lift and carry tools, equipment, or parts with a maximum weight of 25 kilos as well as climb ladders to reach equipment platforms and roofs of buildings to access control panels is required.
    • Ability to operate forklifts for lifting or moving of generators, diesel tanks and other heavy items related to the job 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 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.

    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”), 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.

    Marketing Statement:

    Salary

    • NGN N6,370,126 /Per Year
    • USD $36,195 /Per Year

    Application Closing Date
    26th June, 2023.

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

    Job Title: Maintenance Inspector – Employees of Mission – All/or USEFMs, EFMs or MOHs (Residential Maintenance Inspector)

    Announcement Number: Lagos-2023-063
    Location: Lagos
    Work Schedule: Full-time – 40 hours per week
    Hiring Agency: Consulate General Lagos
    Series / Grade: FP – 1205 8
    Promotion Potential: FP-8

    Overview

    • 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.
      • Current Employees of the Mission – This includes U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs); Eligible Family Members (EFMs); Declared Members of Household (MOHs), dependents of U.S. Personal Services Contract (USPSC) who are assigned under COM – All Agencies
    • Security Clearance Required: Public Trust – Background Investigation
    • Appointment Type: Permanent
    • Appointment Type Details: Definite not to Exceed (5 years).

    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

    Duties

    • The incumbent is assigned to Facility Management (FAC) of the U.S Consulate serving as a facilities inspector and will assist the Post Occupational Safety and Health Officer (POSHO) and the Assistant POSHO in performing his/her duties by performing hazardous material and safety inspectors at all nine compounds of the U.S Consulate’s government-owned and leased properties.
    • The position documents inspection results that aid FAC and the General Services Offices (GSO) short-term leased maintenance contractors in ordering supplies and developing work schedules to correct discrepancies found.

    Qualifications and Evaluations
    Education Requirements:

    • Completion of High School Diploma is required.

    Experience:

    • Minimum of two (2) years in the facilities maintenance field, fire safety field or relevant industrial or construction field is required.

    Job Knowledge:

    • Must be able to interpret drawing, codes and specification.

    Evaluations:

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

    Language:

    • Good working knowledge in English language is required.

    Skills and Abilities:

    • Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel with good general computer skills.
    • Must be able to access construction sites, including climbing scaffold towers.
    • A valid Nigerian driver’s license 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:

    • 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.

    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:

    Salary
    USD $36,195 annually.

    Application Closing Date
    26th June, 2023.

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

    Job Title: Carpentry Maintenance Worker – All Interested Candidates

    Announcement Number: Lagos-2023-064
    Location: Lagos
    Hiring Agency: Consulate General Lagos
    Promotion Potential: LE-5
    Series/Grade: LE – 1210 5
    Work Schedule: Full-time – 48 hours per week

    Overview

    • Hiring Path: Open to the public
    • Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:
      • For USEFM – FP is 09.  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: Not Required

    Duties

    • Working in the Facility Management section of the Embassy, the Carpentry Maintenance Worker carries out scheduled and unscheduled preventive maintenance and repair work on finish and interior assemblies, furnishings and fixtures in all mission buildings and facilities including residential owned and leased properties.
    • Job holder would repair, adjust and install doors, windows, hardware, wall, ceiling and floor coverings, sunshades and blinds; fixed furnishings; painting of various surfaces; and replacement specified glazing products with required installation materials.

    Qualifications and Evaluations
    Education Requirements:

    • Completion of Secondary School is required and completion of vocational training from an accredited institute recognized as producing journeyman level technicians with a concentration in carpentry is required.

    Experience:

    • Minimum of three (3) years of experience in the repair and maintenance of building assemblies, furnishings and fixture operations is required.

    Job Knowledge – Competence in the following is required:

    • Maintenance and repair of various building finishes and assembles, components, fixtures and furnishings utilizing carpentry and general building construction skill.
    • Ability to set up and operate a wide variety of wood working and metal machines, various types of power and hand held tools that meet accepted trade practices and safety procedures.
    • Ability to utilize various types of electronic measuring devices and recording instruments.
    • Testing procedures in control assembly tolerances, diagnose faults, determine current operating function to the design requirements, all in accordance with US and host country regulations.
    • Reading and working from sketches, architectural and engineering drawings, specifications and material list

    Evaluations:

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

    Language:

    • Good working knowledge reading/writing/speaking English is required.

    Skills and Abilities – The following is required:

    • Ability to identify problems or dangers, report issues and provide solution.
    • Communication and interpersonal skills to answer queries from end-users.
    • Ability to work as part of a team, work under pressure and a tight schedule.
    • A flexible approach to work shifts and answer emergency calls at all hours.
    • A valid Nigeria driver’s license 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 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”), 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 .

    Marketing Statement:

    Salary
    NGN 4,809,418 (USD 32,357) / Per Year

    Application Closing Date
    26th June, 2023.

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

    Job Title: Physician – All Interested Candidates

    Announcement Number: Lagos-2023-056
    Location: Lagos
    Work Schedule: Full-time – 40 hours per week; Part-time (minimum of 20 hours per week) work schedule may be considered.
    Hiring Agency: Consulate General Lagos
    Series / Grade: LE – 0505 12
    Promotion Potential: LE-12

    Overview

    • Hiring Path: Open to the public
    • Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:
      • For USEFM – FP is 03.  Actual FP salary determined by Washington D.C.
      • Salary for part-time work schedule will be adjusted as appropriate.
      • All Interested Applicants / All Sources
      • 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 number of hours per week)
      • Part-time (minimum of 20 hours per week) work schedule may be considered.
    • 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

    • The incumbent provide primary urgent and emergency outpatient medical care services to all eligible American employees and their family members.  Additionally, the incumbent will provide emergency and occupational health services to all employees of the Mission.
    • Services will be provided through direct patient evaluation, examination, and treatment.
    • The LE Staff physician is responsible for determining when hospitalization/medical evacuation is required and arranging all appropriate aspects of the patient’s care.
    • The LE Staff physician will participate in after-hours call responsibilities with other health unit team members.
    • The job holder has a significant impact on the entire embassy customer base in a variety of levels and fashions, including decisions on employees’ abilities to work, continued ability to be posted in their overseas assignment based on medical conditions that require ongoing management, and Medevac decisions and implications.
    • The Front Office and Management Officer will look to this position to play a vital role in creating a healthier workplace, writing policies and providing advice on how to improve the health condition and awareness of the entire mission.

    Qualifications and Evaluations
    Education Requirements:

    • Medical Degree from an accredited Medical School and completion of appropriate post-graduate internship/residency/or fellowship is required. Must possess and maintains a current valid and unrestricted license to practice medicine within Nigeria, country of citizenship, or the U.S.
    • NYSC Certificate or Exemption document is required.

    Experience:

    •  Minimum of three (3) years of clinical experience post-graduate training in primary care (Family Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Pediatrics, or Internal Medicine) with at least 50% of the provider’s time involved with direct patient care during that time is required.

    Job Knowledge:

    • Applicant must be a skilled and experienced physician who recognizes and understands the problems of delivering healthcare to a large and diverse group of personnel and their family members and be able to adjust his/her response and actions to varying medical and social situations.
    • Expert knowledge in technical medical terminologies is required.
    • This may be tested. Please specify your level of proficiency in the language listed.

    Evaluation:

    • This may be tested. Applicant MUST address ALL language proficiency requirement to be considered.

    Language:

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

    Skills and Abilities:

    • Must be able to perform common office-based surgical procedures, primary care procedures, and have emergency response skills such as intubation of patients, IV insertion, ability to perform CPR, etc.
    • Must be comfortable caring for patients of all ages.
    • Position shall work with standard medical equipment and is expected to know how to operate basic laboratory equipment. Must be proficient in use of computer including Microsoft Word, Excel, Internet functions including medical literature searches and use of common computer-based applications/programs is required.
    • Must be sensitive to needs and feelings of the patients and be approachable and personable in order to obtain and maintain the trust and confidence of employees and dependents.

    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:

    • 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.

    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:

    Salary
    USD77,160 / Per Year.

    Application Closing Date
    16th June, 2023.

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

    Job Title: Telecommunications Technician – All Interested Candidates (Senior Telecommunications Assistant)

    Announcement Number: Lagos-2023-058
    Location: Lagos
    Work Schedule: Full-time – 40 hours per week
    Hiring Agency: Consulate General Lagos
    Series / Grade: LE – 1510 9
    Promotion Potential: LE-9

    Overview

    • Hiring Path: Open to the public
    • Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:
      • For USEFM – FP is 05/Step 1. 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 number of hours per week)
    • Start date: 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

    • Incumbent supervises the telecommunication engineering office for Radio, Telephone, Television, Residence Internet and Switchboard Operations.
    • Plans, Designs, Implements, and Manages telecommunication services and projects for Consulate and tenant agencies. Serves as liaison with local telecommunications and internet service providers and government regulatory agencies on behalf of Consulate and as Contract Officer Representative (COR) for the telecommunication engineering office.
    • Receives direct supervision from the Information Management Specialist, Information Program Officer and Information System Officer for all accountable unclassified radios, telephones, non-enterprise mobile phones and other IPC tools and equipment. Incumbent serves as an incidental operator of official vehicles.

    Qualifications and Evaluations
    Education Requirements:

    • Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Telecommunication Engineering or Computer Engineering is required.
    • NYSC Certificate or Exemption document is required.

    Experience:

    •  Five (5) years of professional experience in the field of telecommunications with two of those years in a supervisory role is required.

    Job Knowledge:

    • Must have detailed knowledge of Standard Operating Procedures for Telephone and Radio.
    • In-depth knowledge and experience in implementing Radio Frequency Systems (RFS), Nortel, Avaya and Cisco VoIP Systems, Local Area Networks (LAN), Wide Area Networks (WAN), MPLS (Multi-Layer Switching Protocol) Network, VPN (Virtual Private Network), Programming of voice and data network elements, Video Multicasting, Satellite TV, Telecommunications Project Management, Public Private Partnership, Workplace Health & Safety is required.
    • Must have advanced knowledge of Routing, Switching and Troubleshooting of LAN, WAN and MPLS VPN. Must have knowledge of Network Security and Telecommunications Project Management.

    Evaluations:

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

    Language:

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

    Skills and Abilities:

    • Ability to develop and maintain high level contacts with local government and private regulatory agencies, vendors and Contractor is required.
    • Ability to work independently with little supervision is required. Must have a valid, current class B driver license for a car.
    • Must have had a valid driver’s license for a minimum of five (5) years.
    • Must posses excellent technical skills to troubleshoot, diagnose and resolve telecommunications systems and networks problems.
    • Numerical skills for data analysis is also required. Good knowledge of MS Office Suite, phone programming software and graphical interface to troubleshoot problems is required.
    •  Ability to lift up to 25kg 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:

    • 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.

    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:

    Salary
    USD50,662 / Per Year.

    Application Closing Date
    16th June, 2023.

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

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