U.S Mission Recruitment 2026

• A University Degree in Political Science, International Relations, Public Administration, Development, or Human Rights is required.
• Note: NYSC Certificate or Exemption document is required.

Experience:

• Minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in development, humanitarian assistance, or program implementation for refugees, IDPs or vulnerable populations is required.

Job Knowledge:

• Must have prior work experience in an office setting.
• The position requires a solid knowledge of the geography, history and politics of Central Africa, and a thorough knowledge of refugees, migration, and humanitarian assistance.

Evaluations:

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

Language:

• Fluent writing/speaking/reading of English is required.

Skills and Abilities:

• Must demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office package, especially MS Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Must demonstrate ease at drafting emails, reports, and memos on a computer.
• Keyboard and typing skills with good working speed and accuracy are required.
• Ability to make basic calculations using MS Excel is required.  Must be able to handle sensitive information in a confidential manner.
• High sensitivity to cross-cultural issues is required.
• Must have strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and planning skills are required.
• Attention to detail, problem-solving skills, excellent time management skills, and ability to multitask and prioritize work is required.
• Must be able to work in a high-stress, high productivity environment independently with little supervisory oversight.

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.

Benefits and Other Info
Benefits
Agency Benefits:

• Locally Employed Staff, including Members of Household (MOHs), and Third-Country Nationals (TCNs), working at the U.S. Mission in Abuja, Nigeria may receive a compensation package that may include health, separation, and other benefits.
• For EFMs, benefits should be discussed with the Human Resources Office.
• The pay plan is assigned at the time of the conditional offer letter by the HR Office.

Other Information:

• For the current COVID-19 Requirements please visit the following

Hiring Preference Selection Process:

• Applicants in the following hiring preference categories are extended a hiring preference in the order listed below.  Therefore, it is essential that these applicants accurately describe their status on the application. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not eligible for a hiring preference.

Hiring Preference Order:

• AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*
• AEFM / USEFM
• FS on LWOP and CS with reemployment rights **

* Important

• Applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of their most recent DD-214 (“Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty”), Letter from Veterans’ Affairs which indicates the present existence of a service-connected disability dated within the past six months, equivalent documentation, or certification.  A “certification” is any written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions within 120 days after the certification is submitted by the applicant. The certification letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service.  Acceptable documentation must be submitted in order for the preference to be given.
• ** This level of preference applies to all Foreign Service employees on LWOP and CS with re-employment rights back to their agency or bureau.
• For more information (i.e., what is an EFM, USEFM, AEFM, MOH, etc.?) and for additional employment considerations, please visit the following

Marketing Statement:

• We encourage you to read and understand the Eight (8) Qualities of Overseas Employees before you apply.

• Completion of Secondary School is required.

Experience:

• Minimum of three (3) years professional driving experience is required.

Job Knowledge:

• Knowledge of key locations such as government facilities, resident Embassies and Consulates, restaurants and shops is required. Knowledge of traffic laws, local area roads and traffic patterns in and around Lagos and other cities is required.
• Good knowledge of Department of State regulations governing the use of USG vehicles is required.
• Must have good knowledge of automotive, mechanical, safety and maintenance practices i.e. checking fluids and tire pressure.

Evaluations:

• This may be tested. Applicants MUST address ALL language proficiency requirements to be considered.

Language:

• Limited knowledge (Reading/Writing/Speaking) of English is required.  Limited knowledge (Reading/Writing/Speaking) of any Local Language is required.

Skills and Abilities:

• Must have a valid Nigerian driver’s license. Ability to work on rotational shift schedule is required.
• Must be able to drive carefully and cautiously in heavy and chaotic traffic.
• Ability to communicate clearly on the phone and /or by radio and follow instructions is required.
• Ability to recognize hazards or potential dangerous situations and take appropriate defensive action is required.
• S/he should be able to drive a variety of vehicles, including buses, sedans, and trucks, both standard and automatic.

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.

Benefits and Other Info

Benefits
Agency Benefits:

• Locally Employed Staff, including Members of Household (MOHs), and Third-Country Nationals (TCNs), working at the U.S. Mission in Lagos, Nigeria may receive a compensation package that may include health, separation, and other benefits.
• For EFMs, benefits should be discussed with the Human Resources Office.
• The pay plan is assigned at the time of the conditional offer letter by the HR Office.

Other Information:

• For the current COVID-19 Requirements please visit the following link.

Hiring Preference Selection Process:

• Applicants in the following hiring preference categories are extended a hiring preference in the order listed below.  Therefore, it is essential that these applicants accurately describe their status on the application. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not eligible for a hiring preference.

Hiring Preference Order

• 1. AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*
• 2. AEFM / USEFM
• 3. FS on LWOP and CS with reemployment rights **

* Important:  

• Applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of their most recent DD-214 (“Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty”), Letter from Veterans’ Affairs which indicates the present existence of a service-connected disability dated within the past six months, equivalent documentation, or certification.  A “certification” is any written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions within 120 days after the certification is submitted by the applicant. The certification letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service.  Acceptable documentation must be submitted in order for the preference to be given.
• ** This level of preference applies to all Foreign Service employees on LWOP and CS with re-employment rights back to their agency or bureau.
• For more information (i.e., what is an EFM, USEFM, AEFM, MOH, etc.?) and for additional employment considerations, please visit the following

Marketing Statement:

• We encourage you to read and understand the Eight (8) Qualities of Overseas Employees before you apply.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Psychology, or Communication is required.
• Note: NYSC Certificate or Exemption document is required.

Experience:

• Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in human resources management with one (1) additional year at a supervisory level.

Job Knowledge:

• Thorough knowledge of 3 FAM, Employee’s Handbook, Department’s Local Employment Policy Guidebook.
• HR/OE Policies and guidebooks, Post Management Instructions, and Staff Notices related to LE Staff administration. RHRO Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), LE Staff Position Classification, and Job Evaluation.
• Good understanding of Nigerian labor laws and the Nigerian labor market.
• In-depth understanding of diplomatic accreditation and immigration regulations/requirements in Nigeria.

Evaluations:

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

Language:

• Fluency in reading/writing/speaking English is required.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to deal with personnel at all levels of the U.S Mission and outside organizations.
• Must have good counseling skills.
• Must be tactful, possess good judgement, and be able to maintain effective working relationships with employees and American/LE Staff supervisors.
• Good keyboard and computer skills with accuracy and speed, and proficiency in Microsoft Office are required.
• Must have advanced mathematical skills for data analysis and reporting.

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.

Benefits and Other Info
Benefits
Agency Benefits:

• Locally Employed Staff, including Members of Household (MOHs), and Third-Country Nationals (TCNs), working at the U.S. Mission in Abuja, Nigeria may receive a compensation package that may include health, separation, and other benefits.
• For EFMs, benefits should be discussed with the Human Resources Office.
• The pay plan is assigned at the time of the conditional offer letter by the HR Office.

Other Information:

• For the current COVID-19 Requirements please visit the following link.
• Hiring Preference Selection Process: Applicants in the following hiring preference categories are extended a hiring preference in the order listed below.  Therefore, it is essential that these applicants accurately describe their status on the application. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not eligible for a hiring preference.

Hiring Preference Order:

• AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*
• AEFM / USEFM
• FS on LWOP and CS with reemployment rights **

* Important

• Applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of their most recent DD-214 (“Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty”), equivalent documentation, or certification.  A “certification” is any written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions within 120 days after the certification is submitted by the applicant. The certification letter should be on the letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates, including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service.  Acceptable documentation must be submitted in order for the preference to be given.
• ** This level of preference applies to all Foreign Service employees on LWOP and CS with re-employment rights back to their agency or bureau.
• For more information (i.e., what is an EFM, USEFM, AEFM, MOH, etc.?) and for additional employment considerations, please visit the following link.

Marketing Statement:

• We encourage you to read and understand the Eight (8) Qualities of Overseas Employees before you apply.

• 2 years of university studies are required.

Experience:

• Minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in human resources management with one (1) additional year at a supervisory level.

Job Knowledge:

• Thorough knowledge of 3 FAM, Employee’s Handbook, Department’s Local Employment Policy Guidebook.
• HR/OE Policies  and guidebooks, Post Management Instructions and Staff Notices related to LE Staff administration.
• RHRO Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), LE Staff Position Classification and job Evaluation. Good understanding of Nigeria labor laws and Nigerian labor market.
• In depth understanding of diplomatic accreditation and immigration regulations/requirements in Nigeria.

Evaluations:

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

Language:

• Fluent reading / writing / speaking and comprehend English is required.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to deal with personnel at all levels of the U.S Mission and outside organization.
• Must have good counseling skills.
• Must be tactful, possess good judgement, and be able to maintain effective working relationship with employees and American/LE Staff supervisors.
• Good keyboard and computer skills with accuracy and speed and proficiency in Microsoft Office is required.
• Must have advanced mathematical skills for data analysis and reporting.

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.

Benefits and Other Info
Benefits
Agency Benefits:

• Locally Employed Staff, including Members of Household (MOHs), and Third-Country Nationals (TCNs), working at the U.S. Mission in Abuja, Nigeria, may receive a compensation package that may include health, separation, and other benefits.
• For EFMs, benefits should be discussed with the Human Resources Office.
• The pay plan is assigned at the time of the conditional offer letter by the HR Office.

Other Information:

• For the current COVID-19 Requirements please visit the following link.

Hiring Preference Selection Process:

• Applicants in the following hiring preference categories are extended a hiring preference in the order listed below.  Therefore, it is essential that these applicants accurately describe their status on the application. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not eligible for a hiring preference.

Hiring Preference Order:

• AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*
• AEFM / USEFM
• FS on LWOP and CS with reemployment rights **

* Important

• Applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of their most recent DD-214 (“Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty”), Letter from Veterans’ Affairs which indicates the present existence of a service-connected disability dated within the past six months, equivalent documentation, or certification.  A “certification” is any written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions within 120 days after the certification is submitted by the applicant. The certification letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates, including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service.  Acceptable documentation must be submitted in order for the preference to be given.
• ** This level of preference applies to all Foreign Service employees on LWOP and CS with re-employment rights back to their agency or bureau.
• For more information (i.e., what is an EFM, USEFM, AEFM, MOH, etc.?) and for additional employment considerations, please visit the following link.

Marketing Statement:
We encourage you to read and understand the Eight (8) Qualities of Overseas Employees before you apply.

• Two years of university studies are required.

Experience:

• A minimum of five (5) years of responsible accounting, administrative, and secretarial experience is required.

Job Knowledge:

• Knowledge of commercial business administration standards in office administration and maintenance is required.
• Knowledge of accounting procedures and methods is required.

Evaluations:

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

Language:

• Level IV Written and Spoken English is required.

Skills and Abilities:

• Must have strong computer skills and be proficient in MS Office 2010 products- Excel, Outlook, and Word are used daily.
• Must have strong customer relations and customer service skills. Organizational skills are required.

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.

Benefits and Other Info
Benefits
Agency Benefits:

• Locally Employed Staff, including Members of Household (MOHs), and Third-Country Nationals (TCNs), working at the U.S. Mission in Abuja, Nigeria, may receive a compensation package that may include health, separation, and other benefits.
• For EFMs, benefits should be discussed with the Human Resources Office.
• The pay plan is assigned at the time of the conditional offer letter by the HR Office.

Other Information:

• For the current COVID-19 Requirements please visit the following link.
• Hiring Preference Selection Process:  Applicants in the following hiring preference categories are extended a hiring preference in the order listed below.  Therefore, it is essential that these applicants accurately describe their status on the application. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not eligible for a hiring preference.

Hiring Preference Order:

• AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*
• AEFM / USEFM
• FS on LWOP and CS with reemployment rights **

* Important

• Applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of their most recent DD-214 (“Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty”), equivalent documentation, or certification.  A “certification” is any written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions within 120 days after the certification is submitted by the applicant. The certification letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service.  Acceptable documentation must be submitted in order for the preference to be given.
• ** This level of preference applies to all Foreign Service employees on LWOP and CS with re-employment rights back to their agency or bureau.
• For more information (i.e., what is an EFM, USEFM, AEFM, MOH, etc.?) and for additional employment considerations, please visit the following link.

Marketing Statement:

• We encourage you to read and understand the Eight (8) Qualities of Overseas Employees before you apply.

11.) Security Investigator (Security Analyst)

Location: Abuja
Salary: N6,455,212 annually.
Deadline: 21st January, 2026.
Qualifications and Evaluations

• Education Requirements: A university degree in Political Science, Criminology, Statistics, Cultural/Religious Studies, or Computer Science is required.
• Note: NYSC Certificate or Exemption document is required.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of professional work experience related to journalism, security administration, politics, or statistics is required.
• Job Knowledge: Must have a strong understanding of the rules/laws of the country, political climate, and crime and terrorism environment.