US EMBASSY Abuja, RECRUITS

UNITED STATES MISSION
Abuja

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
No. 2011-042
DATE: August 29, 2011
REF: A54000

SUBJECT: HUMAN RESOURCES CLERK (FSN-05)*
LOCATION: ABUJA – HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE (HRO)
APPLICABILITY: ALL INTERESTED CANDIDATES
OPEN TO: All interested candidates

POSITION TITLE: HUMAN RESOURCES CLERK, FSN-06/ FP-08

To be filled at trainee grade FSN-05 with potential for promotion to grade FSN-06.

OPENING DATE: August 29, 2011
CLOSING DATE: September 9, 2011
WORK HOURS: Full-time; 40 hours/week
SALARY: OR – Ordinarily Resident–N1,651,315 p.a.(Starting basic salary)
TRAINEE GRADE: FSN-05

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$31,963,
EFM – US$27,431 Starting Salary p.a.

POSITION GRADE: FP-09

NOTE: All ordinary resident applicants must have the required work and residency permits to be eligible for consideration.

The U.S. Embassy in Abuja is seeking to employ a suitable and qualified candidate for the position of Human Resources Assistant in the Human Resources Office (HRO). BASIC FUNCTION OF THE POSITION:
Incumbent assists with local employee recruitment and also assists with the provision of employee services to serviced sections and agencies. He/she assists with training and presentation to larger audiences comprising of both local hires and American supervisors.
Incumbent also assists with various Human Resources programs and performs assigned administrative duties, including maintenance of subject files. Assists with the preparation of reports on various Human Resources issues.

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.
1. A University degree in Human Resources, Social Sciences or Business is required.
2. At least six (6) months experience in general office administration work requiring customer service in a medium sized organization is required.
3. Level IV (Fluent) Speaking /Reading English language is required.
4. Knowledge of office administration procedures.
5. Must be computer literate with proficiency in Microsoft Word & Excel packages, with at least level III typing ability (minimum of 40 WPM) is required.

SELECTION PROCESS:
When equally qualified, Eligible Family Members and U.S. Veterans will be given preference. Therefore it is essential that the candidate address the required qualifications above in the application.

ADDITIONAL SELECTION CRITERIA:
1. Management will consider nepotism/conflict of interest, budget, and residency status in determining successful candidacy.
2. Current employees serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply. www.nigerianbestforum.com
3. Currently employed US Citizen EFMs who hold a FMA appointment are ineligible to apply for advertised positions within the first 90 calendar days of the employment.
4. Currently employed NORs hired under a Personnel 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.
5. Current employees who are qualified will be given preference.
6. Only successful applicants who meet the minimum requirements will be notified.
7. The Human Resources Office will NOT accept applications or resumes submitted in U.S. Government official envelopes.
8. The minimum requirements must be adequately addressed in the cover letter of your application package. Failure to do so will disqualify yourapplication.

HOW TO APPLY
Interested applicants for this position MUST submit the following, or the application will not be considered:
1. Application for US Federal Employment (SF-171 or OF-612); or a current resume or curriculum vitae that provides the same information as an OF-612; plus.
2. Candidates who claim US Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form DD- 214 with their application.
3. Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards, copies of degrees earned) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.
4. 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.

SUBMIT APPLICATION TO:
Embassy of the United States of America
Human Resources Office
Plot 1075 Diplomatic Drive
Central District AreaAbuja.

POINT OF CONTACT:
Tel: 09-461-4000 Ext 4274
Fax: 09-461-4036

For more information about job opportunities, you may email the U.S. Embassy Human Resources Office at HRNigeria@state.gov (Please note that this address is only for inquiries about job opportunities. Questions about Consular or other issues will not receive a reply.
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