🇳🇬 Job Vacancies @ U.S. Mission

Abuja & Lagos | Nigeria Posted 1 year ago Posted on Advertising / Social Media / Marketing / PR, Analyst/ Quality Control

U.S. Embassy The U.S. Mission to Nigeria comprises of the Embassy in Abuja, FCT, and the Consulate General in Lagos. U.S. Consulate General Lagos is the Mission’s representative to the Nigerian people in the southern region.

We are recruiting to fill the following positions below:

1.) Computer Management Specialist
2.) Computer Systems Operation Analyst
3.) Press and Media Coordinator

See job details and how to apply below.

1.) Computer Management Specialist

Job Title: Computer Management Specialist - Employees of Mission-All/or USEFMs, EFMs or MOHs (Information Management Specialist)

Announcement Number: Abuja-2023-111
Location: Abuja
Series/Grade: LE - 1805 10
Promotion Potential: LE-NA
Work Schedule: Full-time - 40 hours per week

Overview

Hiring Path: Custom Announcement (not open to the public)
Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:
- For USEFM - FP 5/5 is 57,021. 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: 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: Yes
Relocation Expenses Reimbursed: No

Duties

The incumbent reports directly to the Senior Computer Management Specialist/Locally Employed (LE) Staff Systems Manager and indirectly to the Information Systems Officer.
Incumbent assists in planning and coordinating maintenance, upgrades, and support of servers, switches, and routers for the OpenNet and DIN network.
Job holder is responsible for the SharePoint Resource Management, Consular Affairs Systems management to include servers, workstations and peripheral devices.
Manages the Virtual Reality Studio which encompasses Employee VR training, 360 VR video and photo composition. Acts as back-up to the LE Staff Systems Manager.

Qualifications and Evaluations
Education Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree in the fields of Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, Information Systems, or Information Systems Management is required.
N.B: NYSC Certificate or Exemption/Exclusion document is required.
N.B: Please address this factor in your ERA application under Education.

Experience:

Five (5) years experience in Computer networking, SharePoint development, Programming and System Administration on complex computer systems is required. At least one (1) year of project supervisory experience is required.
N.B: Please address this factor in your ERA application under Major Duties and Responsibilities.

Job Knowledge:

Advanced knowledge of computer equipment operations management, application programming, SharePoint development, Virtual Reality Studio management, local and wide area network operations to include Cisco products is required.
Familiarity with hardware and software acquisition procedures is required.
Knowledge of Nigerian Communications Commissions (NCC) procedure on mobile line, bandwidth, and radio connection is required. Knowledge of Government policies and requirement for the installation of fiber networks for connectivity is required.
N.B: Please address this factor in your ERA application under Major Duties and Responsibilities.

Evaluations:

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

Language:

Fluent Speaking/Reading/Writing English is required.
N.B: Please address this factor in your ERA application under Major Language.

Skills and Abilities:

The incumbent must have an expert knowledge of WAN and LAN management with skill sets in Virtualization, Active Directory (AD), Virtual Reality and Disaster Recovery techniques. Incumbent must have an excellent understanding of the Transmission Control Protocol/Information Protocol (TCP/IP) and the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) layer models.
The incumbent must have the entire above listed technical skills as well as good customer service attitude and interpersonal skills.
Keyboarding/Typing skills are required.
Numerical skills are required for inventory and calculations.
N.B: Please address this factor in your ERA application under Major Duties and Responsibilities.

Equal Employment Opportunuty (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:

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:

We encourage you to read and understand the Eight (8) Qualities of Overseas Employees before you apply.

Salary
USD 36,422 / Annum

Application Closing Date
9th November, 2023.

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

Application Instruction

To apply for this position click the “APPLY TO THIS VACANCY” button at the top of the page. Click on the “Submit Application” button to complete your application process. For more information on how to apply visit the Mission internet site.

Required Documents
To qualify based on education, you MUST submit the requested degree and / or transcripts as verification of educational requirement by the closing date of this announcement. Failure to provide requested information, or the information is insufficient to verify eligibility, may result in disqualification for this position.

All Applicants:

Residency and/or Work Permit
Degree (not transcript)
NYSC Certificate/Exemption/Exclusion

Eligible Family Member Applicants:

Copy of Sponsor's Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent)
DD-214 - Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)
SF-50 (if applicable)

Important Information

Applicants who are invited to take a language or skills test, or who are selected for an interview will be contacted via email.
For further information - the complete position description listing all of the duties, responsibilities, required qualifications, etc. may be obtained by contacting the Human Resources Office.
Thank you for your application and your interest in working at the U.S. Mission in Abuja, Nigeria.

2.) Computer Systems Operation Analyst

Job Title: Computer Systems Operation Analyst - Employees of Mission-All/or USEFMs, EFMs or MOHs

Announcement Number: Abuja-2023-112
Location: Abuja
Series/Grade: LE - 1810 9
Promotion Potential: LE-NA
Work Schedule: Full-time - 40 hours per week

Overview

Hiring Path: Custom Announcement (not open to the public)
Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:
- For USEFM - FP-5/1 is 50,662. 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: 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

The incumbent reports directly to the Senior Computer Mgt. Specialist and indirectly to the ISO.
Incumbent is specialized in applications support and is also tasked to administer all applications and LAN Core Server Systems.
The incumbent provides direction and guidance to 4 ISC staff on general customer service operations and acts as team lead on assigned projects.
Incumbent Performs systems Analysis for ISC, acts as a trainer, Application systems specialist, analyst, and systems administrator for OpenNet core servers, DIN Network and Database.

Qualifications and Evaluations
Education Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree in the fields of Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, Information Systems, or Information Systems Management is required.
N.B: NYSC Certificate or Exemption/Exclusion document is required.
N.B: Please address this factor in your ERA application under Education.

Experience:

Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience, primarily of a technical nature, at least one of which should have been as an analyst, database designer/manager, and/or programmer on complex computer systems is required.
N.B: Please address this factor in your ERA application under Major Duties and Responsibilities.

Job Knowledge:

Excellent knowledge of Microsoft IT industry standards and IT business practices is required. Technical knowledge of Advanced IT procedures in Medium to large-sized LAN operations is required.
Incumbent is required to have thorough good working knowledge of the local Internet service providers (ISP) for fiber, Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and vendors processes.
Works with local contractor Internet Service Provider, in the network administration / troubleshooting of the VPN or DIN network, to ensure the Mission is receiving quality internet bandwidth.
N.B: Please address this factor in your ERA application under Major Duties and Responsibilities.

Evaluations:

This may be tested.
N.B: Please specify your level of proficiency in the language listed.

Language:

Fluent speaking/reading/writing of English is required.
N.B: Please address this factor in your ERA application under Language.

Skills and Abilties

Must posses strong ability to analyze IT problems, design, and troubleshoot all systems, including the complex LAN software and hardware systems is required.
Excellent manual skills is required for repair of IT equipment.
Complex numerical skills are required for the analysis of computer systems operations.
Must be able to perform some heavy lifting of UPS units, computers, servers, printers, and peripheral equipment (up to 100 lbs.).
Typing/Keyboarding skills is required.
N.B Please address this factor in your ERA application under Major Duties and Responsibilities.

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:

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:

We encourage you to read and understand the Eight (8) Qualities of Overseas Employees before you apply.

Salary
USD 30,488 / Annum

Application Closing Date
9th November, 2023.

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

Application Instruction

To apply for this position click the “APPLY TO THIS VACANCY” button at the top of the page. Click on the “Submit Application” button to complete your application process. For more information on how to apply visit the Mission internet site.

All Applicants:

Residency and/or Work Permit
Degree (not transcript)
NYSC Certificate/Exemption/Exclusion

Eligible Family Member Applicants:

Copy of Sponsor's Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent)
DD-214 - Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)
SF-50 (if applicable)

Important Information

Applicants who are invited to take a language or skills test, or who are selected for an interview will be contacted via email.
For further information - the complete position description listing all of the duties, responsibilities, required qualifications, etc. may be obtained by contacting the Human Resources Office.
Thank you for your application and your interest in working at the U.S. Mission in Abuja, Nigeria.

3.) Press and Media Coordinator

Job Title: Press and Media Coordinator

Announcement Number: Lagos-2023-110
Location: Lagos
Series/Grade: LE - 6510 9
Work Schedule: Full-time - 40 hours per week
Promotion Potential: LE-NA

Overview

Hiring Path: Open to the public
Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:
- For USEFM - FP is 5/1 ($50,662). Actual FP salary determined by Washington D.C.
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

Duties

The Press and Media Coordinator monitors Nigeria press and Media coverage of issues of importance to the United States.
Identifies and advises Consulate General Leadership on strategies for promoting accurate and balanced Nigeria Press and Media Coverage of U.S. foreign policy and American interests, correcting misinformation and countering disinformation. Builds productive relationships with press and media professionals in person and online.
This Mission is an OSM 5 or 5+post, a large Mission located in a country of major importance to the United States.
Nigeria has the highest level of global influence of the vast majority of other countries around the world and its government is a principal player with which the United States interacts in all aspects of pressing multilateral issues.

Qualifications and Evaluations
Education Requirements:

A University Degree in Journalism, Communications, International Relations, Political Science, Economics, or local equivalent is required.
Note: NYSC Certificate/Exemption/Exclusion document is required.
Please address this factor in your ERA application under Education.

Experience:

Four (4) years of experience in a media outlet, international organization, government, or the private sector, with experience in communications, journalism, public relations, or public affairs is required.
Please address this factor in your ERA application under Major Duties and Responsibilities.

Job Knowledge:

A comprehensive understanding of Nigerian press and media institutions, professional journalism standards and practices, and trends in audience preferences for information consumption (print, TV, radio, online) is required.
Must have an understanding of communication trends in the region and internationally as they affect the Nigerian information landscape and must be familiar with influence patterns in information flow. Must have knowledge of marketing techniques, market analysis, and audience analytics in Nigeria.
Please address this factor in your ERA application under Major Duties and Responsibilities.

Evaluations:

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

Language:

Fluent Speaking/Reading/Writing English is required.
Please address this factor in your ERA application under Language.

Skills and Abilities:

Analytic Skills: The ability to identify, analyze, predict, and continually assess the attitudes of press and media outlets and information consumers across a wide range of thematic policy areas is required.
Must be able to perceive significant changes in the Nigerian influence landscape and to adjust press and media operations and products to maximize balanced coverage for priority audiences.
Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Must have excellent customer relations, interpersonal, and cross-cultural communication skills. Must be able to identify influential voices in both traditional and digital information outlets and engage them to positive effect.
Must have excellent written and oral communication skills in order to speak publicly; write reports, press releases, and other products; engage in online forums; and contribute to publications. Must be able to tailor communications to fit formal and informal situations. Must be able to brief U.S. officers and visitors on a variety of issues.
Management Skills: Strong event and management skills are required. Must be able to organize and run events such as press conferences, interviews, workshops, and journalism training seminars, often on short notice or in emergencies.
Technical Skills: Good keyboarding and data entry skills are required; excellent familiarity with electronic discovery tools, in particular the internet, and standard information retrieval practices and procedures is required. Thorough knowledge of various computer software programs, specifically Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and databases, is required.
Detailed knowledge of and the ability to use digital platforms, tools, and products are required. Must have good numerical skills to develop budget projections and statistics for press and media analytics.
Must have basic familiarity with TV and radio production skills to oversee logistics for press and television coverage. The ability to use social media and mobile platforms, photo editing software, photo and video sharing sites, and podcast creation tools is required.
Please address this factor in your ERA application under Major Duties and Responsibilities.

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:

We encourage you to read and understand the Eight (8) Qualities of Overseas Employees before you apply.

Salary
USD $30,488 /Per Year

Application Closing Date
14thNovember, 2023.

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

Important Information

All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a public trust clearance.
To apply for this position, click the “APPLY TO THIS VACANCY” button at the top of the page. Click on the “Submit Application” button to complete your application process. For more information on how to apply, visit the Mission internet site.

Required Documents:

To qualify based on education, you MUST submit the requested degree and / or transcripts as verification of educational requirement by the closing date of this announcement. Failure to provide requested information, or the information is insufficient to verify eligibility, may result in disqualification for this position.

All Applicants:

Residency and/or Work Permit
Degree (not transcript)
NYSC Certificate/Exclusion/Exemption

Eligible Family Member Applicants:

Copy of Sponsor's Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent)
DD-214 - Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)
SF-50 (if applicable)

Next Steps:

Applicants who are invited to take a language or skills test, or who are selected for an interview will be contacted via email.
For further information - the complete position description listing all of the duties, responsibilities, required qualifications, etc. may be obtained by contacting the Human Resources Office.
Thank you for your application and your interest in working at the U.S. Mission in Lagos, Nigeria.