Audio Visual Information Assistant at the U.S. Consulate

The U.S. Consulate in Lagos is seeking to employ a suitable and qualified candidate for the position of Audio Visual Information Assistant in the Public Affairs Section (PAS):

Job Title: Audio Visual Information Assistant

Position Grade: FSN-06/FP-08
Location: Lagos
Work Hours: Full-time; 40 hours/week

Basic Function of the position

• The incumbent is responsible for the editing, production, post-production and dissemination of digital audio and visual public diplomacy materials.
• The job holder maintains an archival storage and retrieval system for Mission multi-media materials.
• S/he works under the information Specialist, and in liaison with the Information Resources Officer and the Webmaster, develop and place Multi-media materials on the internet.
• This position provides multimedia production support for Mission public diplomacy events including set-up and operation of any sound amplification, computer presentation, audio or digital video conferencing and related staging to support Mission events.

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 with specialized training in audio visual is required.
• Minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience as a technical audio visual support staff assistant is required.
• Level III (Good working knowledge) Speaking/Reading/Writing in English Language is required. Level IV (Fluency) Speaking/reading/Writing in Yoruba or Igbo is required. Language proficiency will be tested.
• Demonstrated knowledge of audio visuals and audio visual equipments is required.
• Must be able to operate audio visual equipment, and possess strong skills in using social media platforms and Microsoft Office applications such as PowerPoint, Word and Excel.

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.

Salary
Or - Ordinarily Resident - N2,629,038.00 p.a. Starting basic salary) Position Grade: FSN-06
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$36,353 EFM/MOH – US$31,301 (Starting Salary) p.a. Position Grade: FP-08

Application Closing Date
27th May, 2015

Method of Application
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 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.
• 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.
• E-mails received without the appropriate subject line and incomplete applications will not be considered.

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]

Click here to download Application Form for Employment as a Locally Employed Staff or Family Member (DS-174) (PDF 1.78 MB)

Click here to download the Instructions for Completing DS-174 (PDF 2.40 MB)

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 C.O.M Authority does have to be officially assigned to post