Job Openings at US Consulate General (2 Positions)

Applications are invited from interested and qualified candidates to apply for the Job Openings at US Consulate General.

U.S. Consulate General Lagos is the mission’s representative to the Nigerian people in the southern region. The Consulate is headed by Consul General Will Stevens and welcomes Nigeria’s government, business, and academic communities.

The U.S. Consulate General in Nigeria offers a range of potential benefits, including opportunities for professional development and exposure to international relations and a stable and often competitive compensation package with benefits like health and separation packages.

Individuals interested in the Job Openings at US Consulate General should review the job details, requirements, and application process provided below.

Visa Assistant

Specifications:

• Full Time
• Required Qualifications: BA/BSC/HND 
• Location: Lagos| Nigeria. See other Jobs in Lagos
• Category: Admin Jobs
• Job Alerts: To receive Job Alerts on WhatsApp, Click HERE

Description:

The U.S. Consulate General Lagos, Nigeria is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for two (2) Non-Immigrant/Immigrant Visa Assistant positions in the Consular Office.

Duties

The Visa Assistant (NIV/IV) performs a wide range of consular duties associated with delivering nonimmigrant visa (NIV) and immigrant visa (IV) services, in accordance with the Consular Section’s standard operating procedures and established visa processing guidelines.  Incumbent performs data-entry, document review, correspondence, passport manifesting, visa printing, and other general office work.  Customer service focus is essential in a Consular Section that addresses a diverse range of applicants in person and via correspondence daily. 

The position requires a high-level attention to detail to ensure case meet documentary requirements, as well as to spot trends or potential issues and escalate those as necessary.  The job holder is fully cross trained to function in any role as required by visa demand and scheduling. 

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Completion of two years of college or university studies is required.

Experience:

• Minimum two (2) years’ experience involving the application of regulations and law, extensive public contact, customer service, or problem-solving experience is required. 

Job Knowledge:

Good understanding of local governmental organizations, immigration law and practices, and cultural and social practices is required.

Skills And Abilities:

Intermediate knowledge of MS Word, and Outlook and basic knowledge of MS Excel and Power Point is required. Must be able to perform work with accuracy at a quick, rapid pace.  Must be able to deal effectively with the public, exercising tact, and be able to work under continuous pressure and time constraints.  Must demonstrate attention to detail, ability to work effectively as a member of a team as well as independently with minimal supervision, and strong interpersonal skills.  Must have good skills for drafting written correspondence in both English and local language.  Must be able to apply good judgment in evaluating evidence, protecting sensitive information, and applying regulations correctly.

Salary: USD $19,951/Per Year

Join Jobs Region WhatsApp Group To Receive Job Alerts!

• Jobs Region Group 1
• Jobs Region Group 2
• Jobs Region group 3

Fraud Prevention Assistant

Specifications:

• Full Time
• Required Qualifications: BA/BSC/HND 
• Location: Lagos| Nigeria. See other Jobs in Lagos
• Category: Legal Jobs
• Job Alerts: To receive Job Alerts on WhatsApp, Click HERE

Description:

The U.S. Consulate Lagos, Nigeria is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for two (2) Fraud Prevention Assistant positions in the Consular Section.

Duties

The incumbent will perform wide-ranging anti-fraud investigations in support of consular operations, including document analysis, phone and in-person interviews, verification of documents and case details with government officials, and site visits. Investigations primarily focus on analysis of facts to support fraud determinations that can affect whether an applicant is eligible for a citizenship or an immigration benefit.

The position requires a high-level of independent judgment and decision-making and careful protection of sensitive information. On a daily basis, the incumbent must distill complex investigations into succinct summaries of fact that consular officers use in forming case adjudications and drafting denial and revocation memos.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• A university degree in any of the following: Law, Psychology, Forensics, Economics, or Criminology is required. NYSC Certificate or Exemption document is required.

Experience:

• A minimum of four (4) years’ work experience as an investigator or researcher for the police, court, law firm, insurance company, government or private agency is required.

Salary: USD $31,771/Per Year

Jobs Region