22 April 2012

U.S. Embassy Abuja-Nigeria Vacancy : Visa Assistant


United State of America is currently seeking to employ a suitable and qualified candidate for the position of Visa Assistant in the Consular Section.

Job Position: Visa Assistant
FSN-06/FP-08 (Position will be filled at theFSN-06/FP-08 Trainee level with promotion target grade of FSN-07/FP-07 after one year with supervisor’s recommendation).
Open To: All Interested Candidates
Ref: A31904

Annoucement No: 2012-026
Location: Abuja -Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Work Hours: Full-time; 40 hours/week
Salary: OR-Ordinarily Resident:  N1, 907,136 per annum (Starting basic Salary)
Position Grade: FSN-06
NOR-Not Ordinarily Resident: (AEFM) - US$35,753
EFM/MOH – US$30,684 (Starting Salary) per annum.
Position Grade: FP-08

Fundamental Functions of this Position 

The incumbent Acts as full NIV Team member, performing difficult and responsible clerical and related work, pertaining to the full range of non - immigrant Visa services. The incumbent performs relevant clerical duties involved in the delivering of Visa services within the non-immigrant Visa Unit of the Consular Section, in accordance with Unit Standard
Operating procedures and established visa processing guidelines. 
Position Requirements 
All applicants MUST address each selection criterion detailed below with specific
  • Bachelor Degree in one of the following disciplines: Art, Business Administration, Communication, Computer Science, Education, Engineering, Foreign Language, History, International Relations, International Affairs, Literature, Liberal Arts, Political Science, Psychology, Social Science or Sociology is required.
  • Minimum of one year clerical work experience in a busy office environment.
  • Level IV (Fluent) Speaking and Writing English and Level III Speaking and Reading in one local language (Hausa, Yoruba or Igbo) are required.
  • The incumbent should have a general knowledge of U.S. Embassy and Consular
    Section functions.
  • Must be proficient in Microsoft office applications (Word, Excel and Outlook).
Deadline for this Application
April 29, 2012

Mode of Application 
Interested applicants for this position must submit the following, or the application will not be considered: 
  • Application for U.S. Federal Employment (DS-174); or a current resume or curriculum vitae that provides the same information as a DS-174; plus
  • Candidates who claim U.S. Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form DD-214 with their application. 
  • Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards, copies of degrees earned) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.
  • A type-written and signed application letter specifically applying for this position, and addressing the minimum requirements as advertised.
Please reference the job title and announcement number on the application letter.

This application must be submitted to: 

Embassy of the United States of America 
Human Resources Office 
Plot 1075 Diplomatic Drive 
Central District Area 
Abuja. 


Point of Contact 
Tel: 09-461-4000 Ext 4261 
Fax: 09-461-4036 
E-mail: 
HRNigeria@state.gov 

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