Warehouseman at U.S. Embassy - Abuja

The U.S. Embassy, Abuja is seeking to employ a suitable and qualified candidate for the position of a Warehouseman in the General Services Office (GSO).

Job Title: Warehouseman, FSN-02/FP-CC

Location: Abuja

Basic Function of the Position:
Incumbent processes non-expendable requests for property, picks-up items from storage areas and moves them to the warehouse. He/she may be required to make minor electrical changes like changing plugs and fuses. Incumbent is responsible for moving property to authorized storage areas after confirming with the receiving supervisor. Incumbent performs housekeeping duties in the storage areas to ensure clean and safe environment; as well as assist in conducting inventories.

Position Requirements:
Note: All applicants MUST address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each criterion or the application will not be considered.

• Completion of Secondary School is required.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in supply/warehousing is required.
• Level III (good working knowledge) Speaking/Reading English is required.
• Knowledge of warehouse storage and property handling practices is required.
• Must be able to perform moderately heavy work and heavy lifting.

Selection Process
When fully qualified, U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs) and U.S. Veterans are given preference. Therefore, it is essential that the candidate specifically address the required qualifications above in the application.

Additional Selection Criteria

• Management will consider nepotism/conflict of interest, budget, and residency status in determining successful candidacy.
• Current employees serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply.
• Current Ordinarily Resident employees with an Overall Summary Rating of Needs Improvement or Unsatisfactory on their most recent Employee Performance Report are not eligible to apply.
• Currently employed U.S. Citizen EFMs who hold a Family Member Appointment (FMA) are ineligible to apply for advertised positions within the first 90 calendar days of their employment.
• Currently employed NORs hired under a Personal Services Agreement (PSA) are ineligible to apply for advertised positions within the first 90 calendar days of their employment unless currently hired into a position with a When Actually Employed (WAE) work schedule.

Remuneration
Salary: Or Ordinarily Resident (OR) – N1,742,672 p.a. (Starting basic salary) Position Grade: FSN-02
In addition to the basic salary, all allowances will be paid in accordance with the Mission Local Compensation Plan.
Nor – AEFM, EFM/MOH - US$20,217 p.a. (Starting Salary) Position Grade: FP-CC

Application Closing Date:
10th September, 2014

How To Apply
Interested applicants for this position MUST submit the following, or the application will not be considered:

• Application for US Federal Employment (DS-174); or a current resume or curriculum vitae that provides the same information as a DS-174; plus.
• Candidates who claim US 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.
• Limit all electronic (e-mail) submissions to one entry/e-mail not larger than
• 5MB. Please submit attachments in PDF and Word formats, not pictures.

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

Or submit to: [email protected]

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