British High Commission (BHC) Recruiting for Entry Clearance Assistant - 2 Positions

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We are recruiting to fill the vacant position below:

Job Title: Entry Clearance Assistant

Job ID: (05/17 LOS)
Location: Lagos
Grade: A1 (L)
Type of Position: Fixed Term
Slot: 2
Duration of Post: 6 months
Job Category: Other British Government Departments (Partners across Government, including UK Visas)
Job Subcategory: UKVI (UK Visas and Immigration)
Start Date: 1 June 2017

Main Purpose of Job

• The Deputy British High Commission is looking for 2 Entry Clearance Assistant to work in the Visa Section.The successful candidate will undertake a variety of tasks to support visa operations. This position is a 6 months contract from June-November 2017.

Roles and Responsibilities
What will the Jobholder be Expected to Achieve:

• We are looking for someone with good oral and written communication skills. In particular, the successful candidate should be able to work quickly and accurately, often under pressure, have a positive approach to tackling problems and a willingness to take on new tasks.
• The most important qualities required are diligence, resilience, self motivation, a flexible approach and the ability to work well as part of a team.

 Duties Include

• Undertaking a variety of administrative tasks to support delivery of remote printing processes for decisions made in Sheffield and Abuja.
• Oversight of daily deliveries and dispatch of application dockets and decisions with the commercial partner; checking manifests and applications and ensuring that TEEs and bags are securely sealed.
• Photocopying and management of the registries; including weeding and destruction of files in accordance with destruction guidelines and under the direction of the entry clearance manager.
• Contacting customers as directed by the entry clearance officer/manager.
• Managing the returned passport process in accordance with current guidance.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• IT literate in terms of using computers for email on a daily basis.
• Able to communicate fluently in both written and verbal English.
• Previous working experience within the last 12 months of working within a visa section, or other departments within High Commissions or Embassies overseas.

Desirable Qualifications and Experience: 

• Familiarity with software packages (notably MS Word, Excel and straightforward databases).

Required Competencies: 

• Making Effective Decisions, Collaborating and Partnering, Managing a Quality Service, Delivering at Pace.

Remuneration

• Starting monthly salary: N 263,239

Application Closing Date
10th May, 2017.

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


Additional Information

• Please complete the application form in full. Failure to do so may result in a determination that you do not meet the requirements for the position.
• Employees recruited locally by the British High Commission in Abuja are subject to the Terms and Conditions of Service according to local employment law in Nigeria.
• All applicants must be legally able to work in the country of application with the correct visa/status or work permit.
• Employees who are not eligible to pay local income tax: e.g. certain third-country nationals and spouses/partners of UK diplomats will have their salaries abated by an equivalent amount.
• Reference and security clearances checks will be conducted.
• Any questions you may have about this position will be answered during the interview, should you be invited.
• Information about the Foreign and Commonwealth Office Competency Framework can be found on this link: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-competency-framework
• Successful candidates not resident in Nigeria will be personally liable for costs and arrangements to relocate, including accommodation and work permits.
• Check your application and attachments before you submit your application, as you will not be able to make any changes once submitted.
• The British High Commission will never ask you to pay a fee or money to apply for a position.