PROGRAM ASSISTANT – US Embassy, Nigeria

About

Overview

Start date: Candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time (6 weeks) of receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.

Supervisory Position: No

Relocation Expenses Reimbursed: No

Travel Required: Not Required

Duties

The position supports the operations of the office of the International Narcotics & law Enforcement Affairs (INL). The job holder will manage and monitor INL assistance to host government, implemented by international organizations and implementing partners, draft reports, talking points and be the main point of contact for program and administrative issues to support the Counter Narcotics (CN) Advisor. The position will review resource requests and proposals, performs reporting, monitor and evaluate counter-narcotics and other rule of law/criminal justice programs and activities in the South of Nigeria. The job holder will draft routine correspondence, schedule and plan meetings, organize and maintain files and the shared office calendar, among other duties. The position holder will also serve as occasional money holder.

Qualifications and Evaluations

Requirements:

EXPERIENCE:  Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience coordinating and managing programs/projects and maintaining a database within an international donor organization, private entity or government organization is required.

JOB KNOWLEDGE:  Thorough knowledge of Nigerian Law enforcement, rule of law or related sectors and organization is required. General understanding of budgeting practices and procedures, practical knowledge of business correspondence, database management and project management is required. Knowledge of issues related to counter narcotics, other law enforcement and rule of law interventions in Nigeria is required.

Education Requirements:

A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Law, International Development, Criminology, Business Administration, International Relations, Economics, Criminal Justice, Political Science or Journalism is required.

Note: NYSC Certificate or Exemption document is required.

Evaluations:

This may be tested. Please specify your level of proficiency in the language listed.

LANGUAGE:  Fluent in speaking/reading/writing of English is required.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:  Ability to handle multiple requirements and deadlines independently and perform at high level with minimal supervision is required. Numerical skills are required to understand budgets and data collection. Ability to learn technology tools including MS Word, Excel, Access and Outlook; ability to use the keyboard to type, use teleworking tools is required. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively as part of a multicultural team is required. Strong communication skills, ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of contacts is required. Drafting, writing and reporting skills is required. A speed test will be conducted.  The job holder must have a valid Nigerian drivers license and must have had it for at least 5 years. 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO):  The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.

Qualifications:

All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications.

How to Apply

How to Apply:

All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a Public Trust clearance.

To apply for this position click the “APPLY TO THIS VACANCY” button at the top of the page. Click on the “Submit Application” button to complete your application process.  For more information on how to apply visit the Mission internet site.

Required Documents:

To qualify based on education, you MUST submit the requested degree and / or transcripts as verification of educational requirement by the closing date of this announcement. Failure to provide requested information, or the information is insufficient to verify eligibility, may result in disqualification for this position.

All Applicants:
• Residency and/or Work Permit
• Degree (not transcript)
• NYSC Certificate or exemption document
• Valid Nigerian Driver’s License

Eligible Family Member Applicants:
• Copy of Sponsor’s Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent)
• DD-214 – Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)
• SF-50 (if applicable)

Next Steps:

Applicants who are invited to take a language or skills test, or who are selected for an interview will be contacted via email.

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