BASIC FUNCTION OF THE POSITION:The Incumbent is responsible for providing a safe and secure environment for the conduct of foreign policy. The job holder is responsible for protecting Chief of Mission (COM) personnel and official visitors from physical harm and embarrassment. She/he performs defensive driving responsibilities in fully armored vehicles (FAVs) and non-armored vehicles.To obtain a copy of this announcement please visit our Mission websites at: http://nigeria.usembassy.gov/hr_office.htmlPOSITION REQUIREMENTS:
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.
A minimum of two (2) years of providing close protection service or protective driving services is required
Level III (Good working knowledge) Speaking/Reading/Writing in English is required. Level IV (Fluent) Speaking/Reading/Writing in one of Nigeria’s Local Language is required. Language proficiency will be tested.
Incumbent must be familiar with the Nigeria driving laws, local customs, cultural norms, as well as all regulations pertaining to motor vehicle operations.
Must possess defensive driving skills; operate fully armored and non-armored vehicles and must be familiar with Special Protective Equipment (SPE) and maintain situational awareness and conduct counter-surveillance to enhance post’s off-compound security posture.
Must possess a valid Nigeria driver’s license.
SELECTION PROCESSWhen 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 CRITERIASalaryOR – Ordinarily Resident – N3,154,846 p.a. (Starting basic salary) Position Grade: FSN-06In addition to the basic salary, all allowances will be paid in accordance with the Mission Local Compensation Plan.Nor – Not Ordinary Resident AEFM – US$36,353 EFM/MOH – US$31,301 (Starting Salary) p.a. Position Grade: FP-08Interested applicants for this position MUST submit the following, or the application will not be considered:Submit Application ToEmbassy of the United States of AmericaHuman Resources Office,Plot 1075 Diplomatic Drive,Central District Area,Abuja.Or submit to: HRNigeria@state.gov
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HRNigeria@state.gov
