• Application Deadline: Tue, 5 Sep 2023 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Economic Assistant


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 2 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Administration / Secretarial 
  

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

Requirements:

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.

Duties and Responsibilities.

Education Requirements:

• Two years of University Studies is required. 


• Please address this factor in your ERA application under Education.

Evaluations:

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


• 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.