• Application Deadline: Mon, 26 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Economic Assistant


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 2 years


• Location Abuja


• Job Field Data Science / Research 
  

Duties

The incumbent undertakes economic research and analysis; writes cables and reports; develops contacts in host government ministries, departments, and agencies, as well as in NGOs, international organizations, and businesses; tracks GoN priorities as well as host country participation in and progress toward USG priorities; develops and engages contacts within USG agencies relevant to the portfolio; delivers demarches; organizes meetings for the Ambassador, DCM and Economic Counselor; briefs Economic personnel on issues relevant to the portfolio; serves as control officer for official visits; represents the Embassy at in-country functions; represents the Economic Section in Embassy committees and working groups. The position requires Secret Clearance.

Qualifications and Evaluations

EXPERIENCE:  

• Minimum of two (2) years’ of work experience relevant to the major duties and responsibilities of the position. Experience demonstrating effective interpersonal engagement and communication skills is required.

JOB KNOWLEDGE:

Knowledge of U.S .Government and Department of State structure and operation is required.

Education Requirements:

• Two years of University Studies is required. 

Evaluations:

• LANGUAGE:  Fluency in English language is required.


• SKILLS AND ABILITIES:  Good analytical and drafting skills, public speaking and interpersonal skills are required. Knowledge of Microsoft Office software suite is required.