The U.S. Consulate General in Lagos is seeking to employ a suitable and qualified candidate for the position of Information Specialist (Print) in the Public Affairs Section (PAS).
Position Title: Information Specialist, FSN-10/FP-05 Step 5
Location: Lagos
Basic Function of the Position:
The incumbent serves as principal media advisor/liaison to U.S. Mission Nigeria on the print media within seventeen states that comprise the consular district of the U.S. Consulate General Lagos. This position advises Mission management on appropriate reactions/responses to media stories and is available 24/7 to coordinate urgent press matters. She/he coordinates placement of U.S. Mission Nigeria and Department of State media products with print media in the district. Serves as point of contact for and manager of print media interviews conducted with U.S Mission personnel and social media training for journalists within the consulate district.
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 Mass Communication, Political Science, Liberal Arts or Broadcast Communication is required.
- Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in the communications media as a journalist, editor, broadcaster or advertising executive is required.
- Level IV (Fluent) Speaking/Reading/Writing in English is required. Language proficiency will be tested.
- Must have thorough knowledge of the bilateral relationships and public diplomacy themes.
- Knowledge of current development in the media sector, including social networking and various messaging systems is required.
- Ability to type, draft, edit, supervise and communicate effectively 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 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–N6,446,680 p.a. (Starting basic salary) Position Grade: FSN-10
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$56,702 EFM/MOH – US$48,822 (Starting Salary) p.a. Position Grade: FP-05/5
Application Closing Date:
16th October, 2014
How To Apply
Interested applicants for this position MUST submit the following, or the application will not be considered:
- 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.
- Application for U.S. 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., certificates, awards, copies of degrees earned) that directly addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.
- 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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