Chauffeur at U.S. Embassy Nigeria

The U.S. Consulate General in Abuja is seeking to employ a suitable and qualified candidate for the position of Chauffeur in the General Services Office.

Job Title: Chauffeur

Ref: FSN-03/FP-BB
Location: Abuja

Basic Function of the Position

• The incumbent carefully and responsibly drives an official vehicle to various locations in Abuja, and on occasion, to other cities in Nigeria.
• Also drives staff to various locations to include ministries, embassies, and businesses.
• Delivers invitations for official functions.
• Other responsibilities include daily preventative maintenance and reporting defects and malfunctions to supervisor for repair.

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 education is required.
• Minimum of (2) years previous experience as a chauffeur is required.
• Level III (good working knowledge) Speaking /Reading/Writing in English is
  required.
• Thorough knowledge of the local traffic laws, patterns and locations of various government offices in and around Abuja, central and northern Nigeria is required.
• Must have professional Class E valid Nigeria driving license..
  

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 - Ordinary Resident - N1, 792,805.00 p.a.
(Starting basic salary)
Position Grade: FSN-03
In addition to the basic salary, all allowances will be paid in accordance with the Mission Local Compensation Plan.
NOR - AEFM/ EFM - US$21,840
Starting basic salary p.a. Grade: FP-BB

Application Closing Date
5th May, 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.

Submit Application To:
Attention: Recruitment.
Human Resources Office Abuja
Plot 1075 Dip. Drive Central District,
Abuja.

Or submit to: HRNigeria@state.gov

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Note: All not ordinarily resident applicants must have the required work and residency permits to be eligible for consideration. a U.S. citizen EFM does not have to be residing in country to be considered, but the sponsoring officer under COM Authority does have to be officially assigned to post.