American Embassy Nigeria Recruits Cultural Affairs Assistant (Program)

The U.S. Consulate in Abuja is seeking to employ a suitable and qualified candidate for the position of Cultural Affairs Assistant in the Public Affairs Section (PAS).

Position Title: Cultural Affairs Assistant (Program)

Ref: N60005
Location: Abuja

Basic function of the position:

• Incumbent is responsible for planning and executing coordinated cultural exchange programs for academics, youth, and women.
• S/he is also the principal point of contact and coordinator for Post programming such as the Fulbright Junior Staff Development program, the Youth Exchange and Study program, speaker programs, non-academic exchange programs, and programs connected with certain Education Advisor Center (EAC) initiatives.
• Incumbent also plans and leads PAS Abuja special outreach programs targeting youth, interfaith leaders, and conflict resolution activists, and with USG- Nigerian Alumni Associations, especially in Northern Nigeria.

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.

• University degree in liberal arts is required.
• Minimum of four (4) years progressively responsible experience in program administration is required.
• Level IV (fluent) Speaking /Reading/Writing in English is required. Level III (good working knowledge) of Hausa is required.
• Good working knowledge of Nigerian program institutions in government, politics, education and media is required.
• A demonstrated ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing is required.
• Basic computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office are required.
  

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–N3,810,106 p.a (Starting basic salary) Position Grade: FSN-08. In addition to the basic salary, all allowances will be paid in accordance with the Mission Local Compensation Plan.
• NOR -Not Ordinarily Resident –AEFM-US$44,737 EFM/MOH – US$38,394 (Starting Salary) p.a. Position Grade: FP-06

Application Closing Date
31st July, 2013

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.

Submit Application To:

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

Or submit to:
HRNigeria@state.gov

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