U.S. Mission Job Vacancies (Nigeria) – 6 Positions

Announcement Number: Lagos-2021-057
Location: Lagos
Hiring Agency: Consulate General Lagos
Series / Grade: LE - 1517 10
Promotion Potential: LE-10
Work Schedule: Full-time - 40 hours per week

Overview

• Hiring Path: Open to the public
• Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:
  • For USEFM - FP is 5/5.  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: 50% or less (The incumbent travels within Nigeria, surrounding countries and the United States for training, marketing activities, and trade mission support).

Duties

• The incumbent is responsible for representing the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) in Nigeria including regional coverage of Benin and Cameroon.
• S/he facilitates linkages between U.S. exporters and Nigeria importers, identifies marketing practices to increase trade opportunities, and resolves market access issues affecting U.S. agricultural products.
• Develops and maintains a broad range of industry and government stakeholder contacts (working-to-mid levels) to gain cooperation on substantive agricultural matters.
• Analyzes and drafts reports on agricultural commodities, market developments, and market policy.
• Implements and evaluates various planned projects and activities, including market promotional and trade development programs.

Qualifications and Evaluations

Requirements
Experience:

• Minimum of three years of work experience required in one or more fields of agricultural economics, agricultural/product marketing, agricultural policy, business/project management, and marketing analysis/research that includes significant analysis and report writing.

Job Knowledge:

• Good knowledge of Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) goals, programs, reporting requirements and procedures, and of U.S. agricultural polices and trading practices.
• Thorough knowledge of agricultural practices, market conditions, and government policies in Nigeria.
• Knowledge of Nigeria structure and responsibilities of various Ministries and offices, congressional and National Assembly processes as it relates to economic, trade and agricultural policy matters is required.
• Good understanding of international agreements relating to agricultural policy and agricultural economic supply/demand theories and concepts is required.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Economics, Food and Agricultural Marketing, Agriculture, Agribusiness, or International Trade is required

Evaluations:

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

Language:

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

Skills and Abilities:

• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook) to create documents and spreadsheets, maintain and update databases, and develop presentations.
• Ability to use software for reporting purposes.
• Must be familiar with agricultural production, global agricultural trade concepts, general marketing strategies, and economic supply/demand concepts.
• Required to analyze statistical data and maintain data sets for accurate commodity and trade reporting.
• Must have the ability to draft detailed, complex reports on markets and trade policy, as needed.
• Must have excellent time management skills to cope with the diversity of work and deadlines,
• Ability to work effectively with government, public, and private individuals to obtain information and resolve trade issues 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”), 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
NGN 12,772,559 (USD $53,596)

Application Closing Date
17th May, 2021

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.

Required Documents:
In order to qualify based on education, you MUST submit the requested diploma and / or transcripts as verification of educational requirement by the closing date of this announcement. If you fail to provide requested information, or the information you submit is insufficient to verify your eligibility, you will not be considered for this position.

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

For EFMs, in addition to the above:

• Copy of Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent)
• DD-214 - Member Copy 4, Letter from Vet
• 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.
• For more information on how to apply visit the Mission internet site.
• For More Info: HR Section - 09-461-4000 ; HRNigeria@state.gov

Announcement Number: Abuja-2021-056
Location: Abuja
Hiring Agency: Embassy Abuja
Series/Grade: LE - 4005 10
Promotion Potential: LE-10
Work Schedule: Full-time - Work Schedule is 40hrs per week

Overview

• Hiring Path: Open to the public
• Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:
  • For definitions use URL: www.usaid.gov/ ads/policy/glossary
  • Open to Internal Candidates Only
• Security Clearance Required: Public Trust - Background Investigation
• Appointment Type: Permanent
• Appointment Type Details: Five (5) years renewable, estimated to start on or after August 2021.
• Supervisory Position: Yes
• Relocation Expenses Reimbursed: No
• Travel Required: Occasional Travel, the contractor is eligible for temporary duty (TDY) travel to the U.S., or to other Missions abroad, to participate in the "Foreign Service National" Fellowship Program, in accordance with USAID policy.

Marketing Statement:

• USAID is an independent Federal Government agency that receives overall foreign policy guidance from the Secretary of State. With headquarters in Washington, D.C., USAID fosters transformational development around the world. Our work supports economic growth and trade; agriculture and the environment; education and training; democracy and governance; global health; global partnerships and humanitarian assistance. We operate in the following regions of the world: Afghanistan and Pakistan, Africa (all of Africa), Asia, Europe and Eurasia, Latin America and the Caribbean and the Middle East.

For more information about USAID, visit: http://www.usaid.gov

Summary

• This incumbent is one of three procurement professionals located in the USAID/Nigeria Executive Office.
• The incumbent is responsible for procurement of a variety of commodities and services for USAID/Nigeria. This includes, but is not limited to Service Contracts, Blanket Purchase Agreements, Contracts, Purchase Orders, Task Orders, and Delivery Orders.
• Supervises two Procurement Assistant, and reports directly to the Executive Officer, USAID/Nigeria.

Duties
Procurement Review /Technical Support 40%:

• Reviews all incoming procurement requests within the Simplified Acquisition Procedure threshold of $250,000.00, performs personally or assigns the work to the Procurement Assistant based upon the type of procurement action necessary and establishes priorities.
• Performs procurement actions for the entire Mission.
• As appropriate, advises Assistant on procurement policy and other pertinent considerations affecting procurement requests.
• Reviews all procurement actions completed by the Assistant.
• Tracks the status of requests to ensure priorities are met.
• Approves proposed method of procurement and may participate in complex or difficult procurement actions.
• Reviews purchase orders, solicitations, requests for quotation, price quotations, proposed contracts, supplier’s bills, and other procurement documents.
• Posts procurement requests for proposal or requests for quote outside the office premises, or in newspapers and in other outlets for easy access to a wide range of public companies. Organizes and coordinates technical committees for the review of proposals, and to obtain technical reports for procurement actions.
• Prepares paperwork or reports prior to submission to the Executive Officer (EXO) for signature. Maintains a tracking system of all procurement documents, from purchase request, until items or services are received by the requestor.
• Screens and reviews bids and quotations, negotiating contracts, and reviews language in contracts and Statements of Work.
• Ensures and reviews status reports and keeps the EXO and the requestor aware of expected delivery or appraised of potential delay.
• Coordinates timely funding with the Office of Financial Management (OFM) or works with OFM to resolve funding problems.
• Ensures close out of all procurement actions.

Market Awareness and Compliance 35%:

• Maintains awareness of market conditions, including price and availability of commonly purchases items.
• Maintains contact with supplier firms, to facilitate resolving procurement problems. Reviews all requests for cash purchase, to ensure costs are fair and reasonable prior to approving any purchase.
• Ensures compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), the Automated Directive System (ADS), USAID Acquisition Regulation (AIDAR), and USAID policies and Notices, and with other contracting laws, policies, and procedures in the procurement of supplies and services.

Supervision / Reporting 25%:

• Supervises the management of local and international vendor contacts, procurement references, source lists, price quotations, and Federal procurement regulations and instructions and GSA Catalogs.
• Prepares correspondence and reports on all aspects of Procurement Section operation. Reports procurement actions using the Global Acquisition and Assistance System (GLAAS) and other web-based tools, and prepares reports in GLAAS, in conjunction with the Office of Financial Management (OFM) and Office of Acquisition and Assistance (OAA).
• Ensures filing system for all purchase order and contract actions (physical and electronic) are maintained and that Purchase Order files are complete and up to date in ASIST and that information is readily accessible.
• Supervises annual retirement of older contract files to the warehouse per USAID regulations.

Qualifications and Evaluations
Requirements
Physical Demands:

• The work requested does not involve undue physical demands.

 Education Requirements:

• University Degree or equivalent in Purchasing, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Public Administration or Social Science is required.

Evaluations:

• Knowledge: 10 points
• Skills and Abilities: 10 points
• Communication and Language skills: 10 points
• Interview Performance: 70 points

Applications that do not meet the required minimum qualifications will not be scored. Candidates meeting the required qualifications for the position will be evaluated based on information presented in the application. USAID reserves the right to conduct interviews with the top ranked short-listed candidates. If the interview is conducted, the interview will be one of the determining factors in the final selection.

Reference checks will be made only for the successful candidate. If a candidate does not wish USAID to contact a current employer for a reference check, this should be stated in the application letter.

USAID is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

• All qualified candidates will be considered regardless of age, race, color, sex, creed, national origin, lawful political affiliation, non-disqualifying handicap, marital status, sexual orientation, affiliation with an employee organization, or other non-merit factor. Management may consider the following when determining successful candidacy: nepotism, conflicts of interest, budget, and residency status.

Qualifications

• Prior Work Experience: Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in procurement, contracting, financial management and administration is required. Experience with other international organization is required.

Job Knowledge:

• A thorough working knowledge of procurement regulations and procedures, knowledge of local and international sources for the supply of goods, and the knowledge of local market conditions and practices is required.

Skills and Abilities:

• Must have the ability to organize, manage, and supervise procurement functions effectively, including organizing the procurement office to ensure that all records are secured, and developing an administrative notice on procurement procedures for the Mission.
• The ability to develop and maintain a procurement tracking system, and other standard Procurement Section procedures and the ability to close out all finalized procurement actions is required.

Language Proficiency:

• Level IV (good) of English language and one local Nigerian language is required.

Other Information:

• USAID Acquisition Regulation (AIDAR), Appendix J, “Direct USAID Contracts With a Cooperating Country National and with a Third Country National for Personal Services Abroad,” including contract clause “General Provisions”
• Contract Cover Page form AID 309-1 available at: https://www.usaid.gov/forms
• Acquisition & Assistance Policy Directives/Contract Information Bulletins (AAPDs/CIBs) for Personal Services Contracts with Individuals available at: http://www.usaid.gov /work-usaid/aapds-cibs
• Ethical Conduct.  By the acceptance of a USAID personal services contract as an individual, the contractor will be acknowledging receipt of the “Standards of Ethical Conduct for Employees of the Executive Branch,” available from the U.S. Office of Government Ethics, in accordance with General Provision 2 and 5 CFR 2635.  See: https://www.oge.gov /web/oge.nsf/ OGE%20Regulations
• PSC Ombudsman: The PSC Ombudsman serves as a resource for any Personal Services Contractor who has entered into a contract with the United States Agency for International Development and is available to provide clarity on their specific contract with the agency. Please visit our page for additional information: https://www.usaid.gov /work-usaid/ personal-service-contracts-ombudsman The PSC Ombudsman may be contacted via: PSCOmbudsman@usaid.gov.

Taxes:

• The Mission emphasize to its employees of the fact that they are obliged to observe Nigerian Laws, including those concerning income and related tax obligations.  Payment of such taxes is a matter between the individual employee and the Nigerian Government. In the absence of a specific international agreement, the U.S. Government will not withhold local taxes from an employee’s salary.

Salary
NGN12,772,559 annually.

Benefits and Other Info
Agency Benefits:
As a matter of policy, and as appropriate, a PSC is normally authorized the following benefits and allowances:

• Health Insurance
• Annual Salary Increase (if applicable)
• Annual and Sick leave
• Annual Bonus.

Allowances (as applicable):

• Transportation Allowance
• Meal Allowance
• Miscellaneous Allowance
• Housing Allowance.

Application Closing Date
10th May, 2021.

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

Important Information

• Eligible applicants are required to complete this on-line application process and submit any applicable required documents by 11:59 p.m. GMT on the closing date of this announcement.
• Please note that all required documents must be received by the closing date online, and that we will determine your eligibility and qualifications based solely on the material received by the closing date.

Required Documents

• Current Resume
• Cover Letter
• Relevant Certificates
• NYSC Certificate
• University Degree Certificate
• List of References.

Next Steps:

• After the closing date for receipt of applications, all applications will initially be screened for conformity with minimum requirements and a shortlist of applicants developed. Applications from candidates which do not meet the required selection criteria will not be considered.
• A committee will be convened to review the shortlisted applications and evaluate them in accordance with the evaluation criteria as stated above.  Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. No response will be sent to unsuccessful applicants.

Announcement Number: Lagos-2021-055
Location: Lagos
Series/Grade: LE - 0105 7
Promotion Potential: LE-7
Work Schedule: Full-time - 40 hours per week
Hiring Agency: Consulate General Lagos

Overview

• Hiring Path: Open to the public
• Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:
  • For USEFM - FP is 07.  Actual FP salary determined by Washington D.C.
  • All Interested Applicants / All Sources
• Security Clearance Required: Public Trust - Background Investigation
• Appointment Type: Permanent
• Appointment Type Details: Indefinite subject to successful completion of probationary period

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.
• Travel Required: Not Required

Duties

• The incumbent assists Commercial Counselor and Commercial Attaché in all secretarial-related tasks, including setting up appointments with high level officials, trade associations and other Embassies, and in keeping the Counselor's detailed diary up to the minute.
• Handles domestic and international travel requirements for two American officers as well as nine LE Staff members.
• Prepares time and attendance for two American and local staff of nine.
• S/he is the holder of a $20,000 Department of Commerce purchase card and is responsible for all government purchase card transactions.

Qualifications and Evaluations
Requirements
Education Requirements:

• College (2 years) or Post-Secondary School is required.

Experience:

• Two years' experience in office management as a secretary/administrative assistant is required.

Evaluations:

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

Language:

• Fluent speaking/reading/writing English is required .

Skills and Abilities:

• Good interpersonal skills.
• Organizing and administrative skills.
• Ability to maintain schedules, coordinate extensive travel arrangements (including obtaining additional verifications related to security);
• Ability to stay calm and tactful under pressure and constraints; and composition of non-technical correspondence and maintenance of filing system is required.
• Typing ability (40 wpm) and advanced computer skills with standard office software, including Microsoft Office and Outlook 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
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”), 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
NGN 6,455,212 ($38,056) / Annum

Application Closing Date
7th May, 2021.

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 “Submit Application” button.  For more information on how to apply visit the Mission internet site.

Required Documents:

• In order to qualify based on education, you MUST submit the requested diploma and / or transcripts as verification of educational requirement by the closing date of this announcement. If you fail to provide requested information, or the information you submit is insufficient to verify your eligibility, you will not be considered for this position:
  • Residency and/or Work Permit
  • Degree (not transcript) and/or
  • University Transcripts

For EFMs, in addition to the above:

• Copy of 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.
• For More Info: HR Section 09-461-4000 HRNigeria@state.gov

Announcement Number: Lagos-2021-054
Location: Lagos
Series/Grade: LE - 0910 6
Promotion Potential: LE-6
Work Schedule: Full-time - 48 hour per week
Hiring Agency: Consulate General Lagos

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 .
• Travel Required: Not Required

Duties

• Under the supervision of the Travel Supervisor, the incumbent assists with all travel arrangements as necessary for mission personnel.
• Performs general expediter services of all U.S. Agencies personnel and visitors.
• Meets arriving and departing U.S. Mission personnel at the International and Domestic terminals in the airport.
• Facilitate passenger arrivals and departures through check-in, customs, immigration, and luggage areas.

Qualifications and Evaluations
Education Requirements:

• Completion of Secondary School is required.

Experience:

• Three (3) years progressively responsible experience as an airport expediter, or providing protocol or airline logistics-related services is required.

Job Knowledge:

• Good working knowledge of standard airline travel regulations and policies is required.
• Good working knowledge of Customs, Immigration and Port Health authority's procedures for clearing cargo/and navigation within the airport is required.

Evaluations:

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

Language:

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

Skills and Abilities:

• Good computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Word processing and spreadsheet programs is required.
• Must have strong drafting skills to draft correspondence to Embassies, airlines and hotels. Must be able to use radio network, laptop and/or tablet.
• Must be able to interact professionally with all level at all times (American personnel, airport authorities, hotels etc.)

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
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”), 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
NGN 5,800,916 ($34,021) / Annum

Application Closing Date
6th May, 2021.

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 “Submit Application” button.  For more information on how to apply visit the Mission internet site.

Required Documents:
In order to qualify based on education, you MUST submit the requested diploma and / or transcripts as verification of educational requirement by the closing date of this announcement. If you fail to provide requested information, or the information you submit is insufficient to verify your eligibility, you will not be considered for this position.

• Residency and/or Work Permit
• Secondary School Certificat

For EFMs, in addition to the above:

• Copy of 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.
• For More Info: HR Section 09-461-4000 HRNigeria@state.gov

Announcement Number: Lagos-2021-053
Location: Lagos
Series/Grade: LE - 1805 8
Promotion Potential: LE-8
Work Schedule: Full-time - 40 hours per week
Hiring Agency: Consulate General Lagos

Overview

• Hiring Path: Open to the public
• Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:
  • For USEFM - FP is 5/1.  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 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.
• Travel Required: Not Required

Duties

• Under the supervision of the Senior Computer Management Specialist, incumbent works as the Computer Management Assistant responsible for overall day-to-day operations, coordination, and management of all aspects of post's unclassified processing system, peripherals, and integrated software platforms.
• Plans for feasibility assessment, design, specification, programming, implementation, testing and evaluation that include project plans, schedules, and time/cost estimates.
• Provides systems automation, troubleshooting, maintenance, technical support, and management of advisory services.
• Supervises three subordinate systems LE staff.
• Responsible for providing daily guidance, coordination of systems, functions of management, and support services in the Consulate and three remote sites for Information Systems Center.

Qualifications and Evaluations

Requirements
Education Requirements:

• University degree in Computer Science, Engineering or Electronics is required.

Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in Computer Operations, Programming, Network Operations, or Maintenance and Repair or a combination thereof.

Job Knowledge:

• Complete knowledge of computer equipment, standard business work processes and management principles, emphasizing strong customer support, and trouble-shooting techniques for Information Technology is required.
• Complete knowledge of mobile device platforms (Blackberry, Apple iPhone, and Android) and their operating system is required.

Evaluations:

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

Language:

• Fluent in Reading/Writing/Speaking English is required.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose technical problems, and resolve software errors is required.
• Communications skills are required.
• Managerial abilities to administer and maintain Windows Server 2008, 2012, Exchange 2016, Windows 7 and Windows 10, LANs, WANs and Network infrastructure based on standard Guidelines, formal instructions to new users and ability to interface with personnel at all levels is required.
• Ability to plan, develop, package and conduct end-user training on diverse application areas including Microsoft Office software suite 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”), 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
NGN 8,664,538 ($42,570) / Annum

Application Closing Date
6th May, 2021.

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 “Submit Application” button.  For more information on how to apply visit the Mission internet site.

Required Documents:
In order to qualify based on education, you MUST submit the requested diploma and / or transcripts as verification of educational requirement by the closing date of this announcement. If you fail to provide requested information, or the information you submit is insufficient to verify your eligibility, you will not be considered for this position.

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

For EFMs, in addition to the above:

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

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.
• For More Info: HR Section 09-461-4000 HRNigeria@state.gov

Announcement Number: Lagos-2021-045RA
Location: Lagos
Hiring Agency: Consulate General Lagos
Series/Grade: LE - 0305 9
Work Schedule: Full-time - 40 hours per week
Promotion Potential: LE-9

Overview

• Hiring Path: Open to the public
• Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:
  • For USEFM - FP is 5.  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: Yes
• Relocation Expenses Reimbursed: No
• Travel Required: Not Required

Duties

• The position directly supervises one Human Resources (HR) Assistant, FSN-08. Provides full scope of Locally Employed Staff (LE staff)/Personal Service Agreement (PSA) human resources support service to State offices and other agencies involving over 350 LE Staff.
• Oversees work performed by subordinate in providing personnel support services to over 80 assigned officers.
• Provides Lagos Consulate General recruitment function support. Assists in providing regional support services to assigned posts.
• Assist in administering the Mission Incentive Awards (Lagos) and FSN training programs (Lagos).
• Position is directly supervised by the Deputy Human Resources Officer.

Qualifications and Evaluations
Education Requirements:

• A Bachelor's Degree is required.

Requirements:

• Experience: Five years of progressively responsible experience in human resources management with additional six months as a supervisory level is required.

Evaluations:

• Language: Advanced fluency in speaking/reading/writing of English is required. This may be tested.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to deal with personnel at all levels of the U.S. Mission and outside organizations is required. Must have good counselling skills.
• Must be tactful, possess good judgement and be able to maintain effective working relationship with employees and American/FSN supervisors.
• Good keyboard and computer skills with emphasis on accuracy is required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required for daily work with excel, word, outlook and publisher.

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”), 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
N10,908,677 ($47,619)

Application Closing Date
4th May, 2021.

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

Important Infomation

• All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a Public Trust clearance.
• To apply for this position click the “Submit Application” button.  For more information on how to apply visit the Mission internet site.

Required Documents
In order to qualify based on education, you MUST submit the requested diploma and / or transcripts as verification of educational requirement by the closing date of this announcement. If you fail to provide requested information, or the information you submit is insufficient to verify your eligibility, you will not be considered for this position.

• Residency and/or Work Permit (if applicable)
• Degree (not transcript)
• NYSC Certificate
• Certificate or License

For EFMs, in addition to the above:

• Copy of 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.
• For More Info: HR Section - 09-461-4000 ; HRNigeria@state.gov

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