🇳🇬 Job Vacancies @ British High Commission (BHC) Nigeria – 3 Positions

The British Government is an inclusive and diversity-friendly employer.  We value difference, promote equality and challenge discrimination, enhancing our organisational capability. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law. We promote family-friendly flexible working opportunities, where operational and security needs allow.

We are recruiting to fill the following positions below:

1.) Community Liaison Officer, AO
2.) Programme Officer, CSSF Migration - Maternity Cover
3.) Assistant Accountant, AO

Job Ref.: 36/22 LOS
Location: Lagos
Type of Position: Part-Time, Permanent
Grade: Administrative Officer (AO)
Type of Post: British High Commission
Working hours per week: 25
Start Date: 1 December 2022
Job Subcategory: Community Liaison
Job Category: Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Operations and Corporate Services)

Main Purpose of Job

• The main purpose of the part-time (25hrs per week) Community Liaison Officer’s job is to support and bolster a cohesive and mutually supporting wider BDHC community
• The successful candidate will be part of a small team advocating for and providing support to UK-based staff and families on family and community issues, primarily in the areas of arrival and departure from post, information gathering, welfare and communication.
• The successful CLO needs to be approachable and sympathetic, be a good listener, discreet and able to respect confidences. CLOs may often be the first person at Post to hear of a problem and should be prepared to listen and signpost to where solutions may be obtained.
• The CLOs report directly into the Deputy High Commissioner, and are expected to advise her on community needs where relevant to wider management decisions.

Roles and Responsibilities

• To ensure that all new arrivals (single officers, couples, families and officers on temporary duty) are welcomed and supported into the community; that advice on living in Lagos  is provided in advance both proactively and on demand, and to guide new arrivals through the arrival process, including orientation and induction briefing, with due care and attention.
• To remain actively engaged with new arrivals by following up after a period of time to ensure that people have settled in well. Engage in information gathering and providing advice on spouse/partner employment at Post and children's education, career and training opportunities, recreational facilities, social matters and completion of DSFA Spouse and Partner Annual Employment Report. (35%)
• To contribute fully and actively to a strong sense of community cohesion by ensuring that all members are encouraged to contribute and share relevant information on social events and amenities/restaurants/shops etc. To facilitate events, coordinate volunteers, and liaise/network with other missions’ CLOs and local expat groups/organisations. (35%)
• Advocate for UK-based staff and dependents in addressing issues of importance with Post Management, including as their representative on the Joint Post Management Board, Post Housing Committee, and evacuation/contingency planning, and as the chief link between Post and DSFA in London. (15%)
• Resource management of CLO Imprest, book and DVD library, keeping up to date the CLO Welcome Pack, and, with Post Management, coordination of update of the Post Report. (5%)
• To maintain the UKB Spouse contact list (telephone tree) and supporting the BDHC in any crisis or emergency. (5%)
• Acting as a hub for community and social events, communicating these to UK – based and local staff. (5%)

Resources managed:

• Cash Imprest

Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience  

• Demonstrate the ability to prioritise well, working between teams and be able to assume responsibility for tasks with minimum supervision;
• Have excellent judgement and emotional intelligence, with clear self-awareness and an understanding of verbal and non-verbal communication;
• Be comfortable in possession of sensitive or personal information, and the associated need for discretion;
• Observe the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office’s diversity and equality policies.
• Be IT literate with the ability to use the full suite of Microsoft 365 tools.

Desirable Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Previous experience of overseas postings or working within a large community

Required Behaviours:

• Seeing the Big Picture, Managing a Quality Service, Communicating and Influencing, Working Together.

Working Patterns:

• 7.30am to 3.30pm Mondays to Thursdays & 7.30am to 3.30pm on Fridays.
• This position is for 25 hours per week part time.

Salary  
USD 938.61 monthly

Other benefits and conditions of employment:
Learning and development opportunities:

• Induction Training will be provided in Nigeria

Application Closing Date
21st October 2022.

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

Additional information  

• lease check your application carefully before you submit, as no changes can be made once submitted.
• Employees recruited locally by the British High Commission in Abuja are subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local employment law in Nigeria.
• All candidates must be legally able to work and reside in the country of the vacancy with the correct visa/work permit status or demonstrate eligibility to obtain the relevant permit.
• The responsibility lies on the successful candidate to;
  • Obtain the relevant permit
  • Pay fees for the permit
  • Make arrangements to relocate
  • Meet the costs to relocation
• Employees who are not liable to pay local income tax on their Mission salary may have their salaries reduced by the equivalent local income tax amount.
• Information about the Civil Service Success Profiles can be found on this link: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles
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• Reference checking and security clearances will be conducted on successful candidates.
• The British High Commission will never request any payment or fees to apply for a position.

Job Ref.: 23/22 ABJ
Location: Abuja
Type of Position: Fixed Term
Grade: Executive Officer (EO)
Duration of Post: 9 months
Type of Post: British High Commission
Start Date: 1 November 2022
Job Subcategory: Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Programme Roles)
Job Category: CSSF (Conflict, Stability and Security Fund)

Main Purpose of Job

• Support the Programme Manager at post in the delivery of CSSF Migration’s Collaboration Against Trafficking and Smuggling between Nigeria and Niger programme (CATS).

Roles and Responsibilities

• Provide executive support to the Programme Manager, leading on the organisation of internal and external events, including arrangements for transportation, accommodation, refreshments  as may be required
• Be the point of contact between the programme and the executive assistants to heads of beneficiary agencies in Nigeria and Niger
• Contribute to the drafting and regular review of high quality documentation including programme documents, contracts, financial reports, progress reports, budgets and annual reviews
• Regular liaison with CSSF migration secretariat in London
• Support communication activities in the CSSF programme, and across the missions in Nigeria and Niger, to promote and raise the profile of the UK in the region
• Support the programme manager in ensuring complementarity with other in-country and regional activities and funders, including liaising with bilateral and multilaterals donors and other diplomatic missions to ensure programme activity is complementary and not duplicative
• Financial management, ensuring that purchase orders and invoices are raised according to the budgets, contractual payment schedules, and published guidance
• Apply monitoring, evaluation, and learning principles to ensure that programme continues to deliver against its aims and achieves value for money through synergies and complementarity
• Monitor project activity to ensure that it delivers against gender mainstreaming targets
• Deputise for the Programme Manager, and represent the BHC, at external events with partners, beneficiaries, and other key stakeholders

Working Patterns

• Normal working hours are from 8am to 4pm Monday to Thursday, and 8am to 1pm Friday
• The role offers the opportunity to work from home, with an expectation that you will spend at least 40% of your working week in the office
• Some regional travel to attend workshops and conference in Nigeria and West Africa may be required.

Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience  

• Demonstrable experience of working with government officials and other stakeholders
• Strong communications skills (both written and oral)
• Computer literate, particularly a familiarity with the Microsoft suite of applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision
• Ability to consider, and plan accordingly for, the wider positive and negative impacts of a particular programme or activity
• Demonstrable experience of handling sensitive information and high ethical and professional standards

Language Requirements:

• Language: English
• Level of language required: Excellent written and spoken English

Desirable Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Previous experience of working in a UK mission overseas
• Understanding of regional political, security, stability and resilience issues
• Awareness of project management concepts and a desire to
• Knowledge of Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning concepts

Required Behaviours:

• Seeing the Big Picture, Changing and Improving, Working Together

Learning and Development Opportunities

• The successful candidate will have the opportunity to undergo CSSF Programme Management training in the UK, subject to availability
• Training on the new FCDO HERA system will be provided
• A wealth of professional and personal development opportunities are available from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office Diplomatic Academy, local L&D Committee and e-learning programmes
• There may also be an opportunity to study for a recognised project management qualification.

Salary  
USD 1,827.80 / Month.

Application Closing Date
19th October 2022.

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

Additional information  

• The role is available to internal candidates on temporary promotion
• All candidates must be legally able to work and reside in the country of the vacancy with the correct visa/work permit status.

Job Ref.: 22/22 ABJ
Location: Abuja
Type of Position: Permanent
Grade: Administrative Officer (AO)
Type of Post: British High Commission
Working hours per week: 37
Start Date: 24 October 2022
Job Subcategory: Finance
Job Category: Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Operations and Corporate Services)

Main Purpose of Job

• To ensure the integrity of the British High Commission (BHC) staff payroll, cash office and its efficient running in accordance with FCDO policies and guidance.
• Making sure that all finance policies are adhered to and communicated to both external and internal stakeholders on a monthly basis

Roles and Responsibilities

• Run the cash office efficiently and in compliance with audit and financial best practice requirements. Promptly processing all cash receipts, replenishing the imprests, preparing financial returns and bank runs.
• Process and record all cash payments and receipts on the Network Post Accounting sheet as per the guidance. This includes correctly accounting for spend and reducing the risk of fraud.
• Preparing cheques for payment to suppliers. Use internet banking to process supplier payments.
• Work closely with Network teams, Regional Hub and Global Transaction Processing Centre (GTPC) Manila on staff payroll and cash advances.
• Prepare and collate staff salary claims monthly for staff payroll in line with Payroll Hub requirements
• Prepare Payroll Uploader files for processing by Payroll Hub and GTPC Manila
• Performing the Cash-In-Transit transactions and work with the GTPC on bank accounts reconciliation.
• Checking/approving the payment batches. Follow up on payment reminders and processing of invoices.
• Carry out account reconciliations with suppliers and report issues with GTPC.
• Working with the GTPC to ensure balance sheet accounts are reconciled on a regular basis
• Perform the End of Month tasks according to the FCDO guidance
• Supporting the Nigeria Network with finance related queries. Queries relating to cash expenses and claims, payroll and other general incoming mail
• Assist in ensuring the Network’s Financial Performance and Compliance Indicators (FPCIs) are kept to a high standard.
• Record keeping and filing of paperwork in accordance with guidelines
• Cover for the Accountant when necessary
• Other duties that may reasonably be required and are in accordance with the grading and profile of the job

Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience  

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting Business Administration or related field.
• Experience in Finance and administrative work in a similar environment
• Excellent hands-on knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office software
• Good analytical and team-working skills
• Ability to multi-task and support multi-faceted teams in a shared Corporate Services environment
• Ability to effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders, verbally and in writing
• Precision in implementing tasks, meticulous attention to detail

Desirable qualifications, skills and experience:

• Have a Master’s degree in any related field
• Familiar with Oracle based systems

Required behaviours:

• Changing and Improving, Making Effective Decisions, Managing a Quality Service, Delivering at Pace

Salary  
USD 1,314.06 / Month

Application Closing Date
12th October 2022.

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

Important Information Notice

• Please check your application carefully before you submit, as no changes can be made once submitted.
• Employees recruited locally by the British High Commission in Abuja are subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local employment law in Nigeria.
• All candidates must be legally able to work and reside in the country of the vacancy with the correct visa/work permit status or demonstrate eligibility to obtain the relevant permit.
• The responsibility lies on the successful candidate to:
  • Obtain the relevant permit
  • Pay fees for the permit
  • Make arrangements to relocate
  • Meet the costs to relocation
• Employees who are not liable to pay local income tax on their Mission salary may have their salaries reduced by the equivalent local income tax amount.
• Information about the Civil Service Success Profiles can be found on this link: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles
• Please note:  AA=A1, AO=A2, EO=B3, HEO=C4, SEO=C5
• Reference checking and security clearances will be conducted on successful candidates.
• The British High Commission will never request any payment or fees to apply for a position
• Please be aware that you will only be able to apply to vacancies for Country Based Staff roles with the British Government through this official tal.net site (operated by Oleeo). Jobs may be advertised on third party websites, however our adverts will always link back to the official tal.net site. If you complete and send an application through any other site, we will not receive it.