The U.S. Embassy and Consulate in Nigeria have multiple job openings for qualified Nigerian citizens.
The Mission delivers essential diplomatic services, efficiently processes visas, and offers critical support to U.S. citizens in Nigeria, all while championing fair and inclusive hiring practices that benefit everyone.
The Embassy is committed to providing equal opportunities for all job applicants, with no regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, political views, marital status, or sexual orientation, ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Available Job Openings
Here are some of the available positions:
Field Engineer: This role is available in Lagos and Abuja, with a salary range of N29.01 million ($30,488) per year.
Field Engineer (Civil): Similar to the Field Engineer role, this position is also available in Lagos and Abuja, with the same salary range.
Public Health Administrative Management Specialist: This role comes with a salary of N34.60 million ($36,422) per year.
Senior Program Specialist, Epidemiology and Surveillance (GID): This position has a salary range of N42.02 million ($45,283) per year.
Boat Pilot: With a salary of N7.31 million ($7,689) per year, this role is ideal for those with experience in boat operations.
Bodyguard Shift Leader: This position has a salary range of N13.23 million ($13,923) per year.
Dispatcher: This role comes with a salary of N12.07 million ($12,704) per year.
Administrative Assistant (Consular): Available in Abuja, this position has a salary of $19,560 annually, requiring 3 years of relevant work experience and completion of 2 years of college or university studies.
Administrative Assistant: Located in Lagos, this role has a salary of $43,112 per year, requiring 5 years of progressively responsible accounting, administrative, and secretarial experience, along with 2 years of full-time college or university studies in Secretarial Administration, Business Administration, Social Sciences, or Arts.
How to Apply
To apply for these positions, follow these steps
- Create an account in the Electronic Recruitment Application (ERA) system with a valid email address.
- Review the ERA Applicant User Guide thoroughly to understand the application process.
- Apply for the desired job before the application deadline.
Eligibility Requirements
Some of the key requirements for these roles include:
- Strong computer skills, particularly in MS Office (Excel, Outlook, and Word)
- Good customer relations and organizational skills
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks
- Knowledge of commercial business administration standards in office administration and maintenance
You can find more information on these job openings and apply through the U.S. Embassy’s job portals as follows:
Interested applicants must apply online through the links below:
Apply Here: Administrative Assistant
Apply Here: GSO Assistant (Housing)
Apply Here: Human Resources Assistant
Apply Here: Office Management Assistant (USEFMs)