Vacancies at US Embassy

Overview

• Hiring Path: Custom Announcement (not open to the public)
• Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:
  • For USEFM – FP is 09 ($32,357 Per Year). 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

• Work Schedule: Full Time (48 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: 50% or less Incumbent will travel as required for job-related duties.

Duties

The incumbent works in the CDC Motor pool unit. Incumbent daily coordinates, assigns drivers, and schedules transportation for CDC personnel and official visitors.

Qualifications and Evaluations

Education Requirements:

Completion of Secondary School is required.

Experience:

• Two (2) years of professional driving experience in the host country, plus one year of motor vehicle dispatcher or fleet management experience is required.

Job Knowledge:

• Good knowledge of host country traffic laws, vehicle licensing, registration, and procedures is required.
• Detailed knowledge of host country streets, traffic patterns, and commonly visited locations is required.

Language:

• Good Working Knowledge in English reading/writing/speaking is required.

Skills and Abilities:

• Must exercise independent judgment in setting work priorities.
• Must be able to identify problems quickly and determine the best course of action.
• Must be able to make effective and ethical decisions in the event of vehicle accidents to protect life and government property.
• Strong leadership, technical, and administrative skills.
• Basic keyboard skills and skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook applications.
• A clear 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 Abuja, Nigeria may receive a compensation package that may include health, separation, and other benefits.

Salary:

• USD 10,587 / Per Year

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Overview

• Hiring Path: Open to the public
• Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:
  • For USEFM – FP is AA ($27,782). 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

• Work Schedule: 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

Incumbent serves as a boat pilot for the Motor Pool and reports directly to the Motor Pool Supervisor, operating independently to ensure safe and effective utilization of our boats which carry up to 36 passengers per trip.

Qualifications and Evaluations

Education Requirements:

Completion of primary school is required.

Experience:

• Three (3) years of professional boat piloting experience on Lagos coast and near offshore waters is required.

Job Knowledge:

• Knowledge of outboard motor operation and maintenance is required. Knowledge of Nigerian and Lagos State boating laws and regulations is required.

Language:

• Good Working Knowledge in English reading/writing/speaking is required.

Skills and Abilities:

• Must have a current boat pilot/quartermaster license.
• Must have excellent boat handling skills in all local Lagos waterways, including the open ocean.
• Must understand boat and outboard motor maintenance procedures, including refueling.
• Must understand boat instrument reading and inshore and offshore navigation.
• Must understand boat safety procedures.
• Must be a strong swimmer and be able to swim 50 meters out and back in the open water.
• Must have the physical and mental ability to assist passengers in distress.
• Boat pilot must be able to lift/pull 50 pounds out of the water.

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.

Salary:

• USD 7,689 / Per Year

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Overview

• Hiring Path: Open to the public
• Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:
  • For USEFM – FP is 08 ($36,195). 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

• Work Schedule: 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. Incumbent is required to travel to various locations in Nigeria to provide protection support.

Duties

The incumbent serves as the Bodyguard (BG) Shift Leader (SL) and/or Agent In Charge (AIC) for the Protective Security Unit in the execution of protective security operations for the U.S. Ambassador/Chief of Mission (COM), and other designated or visiting U.S. government officials as directed. Under the supervision of the Bodyguard Supervisor and managed by the Regional Security Officer (RSO) to Consulate Lagos in order to protect him/her from harm and embarrassment.

Qualifications and Evaluations

Education Requirements:

Completion of High / Secondary School is required.

Experience:

• Minimum of four (4) years of experience as a commercial bodyguard, civilian or in the Nigeria police or military is required.

Job Knowledge:

• Thorough knowledge of defense measures to be used in the event of a terrorist attack, such as that learned in the military or law enforcement training is required.
• Knowledge in medical, fire, hostile attack, defensive, and emergency driving procedures is required.
• Must be familiar with Nigeria police services, military, security, and other government offices to ensure effective liaison and to facilitate effective protective operations, including advance and motorcade operations.

Language:

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

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to take initiative and show resourcefulness in accomplishing tasks is required.
• Ability to deal effectively with people of other cultures to obtain cooperation and reach common goals is required.
• Ability in leadership and interpersonal relations is required.
• Skills in safely operating an armored vehicle is required.
• Ability to work on a computer is required.
• Ability to work variable shifts, 24-hour on-call schedule is required.
• Ability to travel outside the capital city on an as-need basis is required.
• Ability to administer emergency first aid and be qualified in AES/CPR is required.
• Ability to be, exercise fast reflexes and active thinking, implement excellent observational skills, adaptation, take decisive actions, and stay calm in dangerous situations is required.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing is required.
• Ability to operate on a team, as well as skill in the use of a firearm is required.
• Ability to maintain physical fitness and endure frequent travel, long working hours in a stressful working environment while maintaining the above standards is required.
• Must have a valid Nigeria driver’s license.

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.

Salary:

• USD 13,923 / Per Year

Deadline: Oct 5, 2023.

How to Apply: Use the links below to apply online: