Chauffeur at the U.S. Embassy

The U.S. Embassy in Abuja is seeking to employ suitable and qualified candidates for the position in the General Services Office (GSO):

Job Title: Chauffeur, FSN-03/FP-BB

Location: Abuja
Work Hours: Full-Time; 48 hours/week

Basic Function of the Position

• Under the supervision of the Motor pool Supervisor, the incumbent carefully and responsibly drives an official vehicle to various locations in Abuja, and on some occasions, to other cities in Nigeria.
• She/he drives Embassy personnel, visitors or cargo to various locations including ministries, embassies, and other businesses organizations.

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

• Completion of Secondary School Education is required.
• Minimum of two (2) years professional driving experience is required.
• Level III (good working knowledge) Speaking /Reading/Writing in English is required. Language proficiency will be tested. Level III (good working knowledge) of any widely spoken local language is required.
• A good geographical knowledge of Abuja, other cities and neighboring countries, including traffic laws and regulations and ability to drive carefully and cautiously in heavy and chaotic traffic situations on poorly maintain roads is required.
• A good knowledge of safety and preventative maintenance practice for vehicles and ability to recognize a hazardous or dangerous situation and take appropriate action is required.
• A valid Nigerian driver’s license and ability to communicate clearly on the phone or by radio when necessary is 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 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

Salary
Or - Ordinary Resident - N2,360,678.00 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$22,058 Starting basic salary p.a. Grade: FP-BB

Application Closing Date
14th July, 2015

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 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 chief of mission (com) authority does have to be assigned officially to post.