Communication Specialist at U.S. Embassy Abuja
U.S. Embassy in Abuja
is seeking to employ a suitable and qualified candidate for the
position of Communications Specialist in the U.S. Centers for Disease
Control & Prevention (CDC) in Abuja
Job Title: Communication Specialist
FSN-09/FP-05 (Position will be filled at the FSN-09/FP-05 Trainee level with promotion target grade of FSN-10/FP-05 after one year with supervisor’s recommendation).
Open To: All Interested Candidates
Ref: A96065
Annoucement No: 2012-015A
Location: Abuja - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Work Hours: Full-time; 40 hours/week
Salary: OR-Ordinarily Resident: N3, 577,888 per annum (Starting basic Salary)
Position Grade: FSN-10/1
In addition to the basic salary, all allowances will be paid in accordance with the Mission Local Compensation Plan.
NOR-Not Ordinarily Resident: US$50,043
EFM/MOH – US$42,948 (Starting Salary) per annum.
Position Grade: FP-05
Basic Functions of the Position
Job Title: Communication Specialist
FSN-09/FP-05 (Position will be filled at the FSN-09/FP-05 Trainee level with promotion target grade of FSN-10/FP-05 after one year with supervisor’s recommendation).
Open To: All Interested Candidates
Ref: A96065
Annoucement No: 2012-015A
Location: Abuja - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Work Hours: Full-time; 40 hours/week
Salary: OR-Ordinarily Resident: N3, 577,888 per annum (Starting basic Salary)
Position Grade: FSN-10/1
In addition to the basic salary, all allowances will be paid in accordance with the Mission Local Compensation Plan.
NOR-Not Ordinarily Resident: US$50,043
EFM/MOH – US$42,948 (Starting Salary) per annum.
Position Grade: FP-05
Basic Functions of the Position
- The Communication Specialist will report to the CDC Nigeria Director or designee and will be responsible for the creation and delivery of public health information to both the internal and external population by advising and assisting with written and oral communications, independently identifying plans, implementing and evaluating communication programs.
- The incumbent researches, plans, writes, produces, and distributes materials about CDC Nigeria and its relevant policies announcements, activities, and collaborators.
All applicants are instructed to address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each criterion.
- Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, English or related liberal arts degree is required.
- Minimum of four years of progressively responsible experience in communications media as a journalist is required.
- Level IV (Fluent) Speaking/Reading/Writing in English is required.
- Must have good working knowledge of current telecommunications theory.
- Incumbent must possess advanced oral and written communications skills in English and be an active listener.
- Incumbent must possess excellent computer skills with experience for word processing, spreadsheets, Power point and graphics.
Interested applicants for this position must submit the following, or the application will not be considered:
- Application for U.S. Federal Employment (DS-174); or a current resume or curriculum vitae that provides the same information as a DS-174; plus
- Candidates who claim U.S. Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form DD-214 with their application.
- Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards, copies of degrees earned) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.
- A type-written and signed application letter specifically applying for this position, and addressing the minimum requirements as advertised.
Submit application to:
Embassy of the United States of America
Human Resources Office
Plot 1075 Diplomatic Drive
Central District Area
Abuja.
Point of Contact
Tel: 09-461-4000 Ext 4261
Fax: 09-461-4036
E-mail: HRNigeria@state.gov
The U.S. Mission in Nigeria 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. The Department of State also strives to achieve equal employment opportunity in all personnel operations through continuing diversity enhancement programs.
The EEO complaint procedure is not available to individuals who believe they have been denied equal opportunity based upon marital status or political affiliation. Individuals with such complaints should avail themselves of the appropriate grievance procedures, remedies for prohibited personnel practices, and/or courts for relief.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
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Application Deadline: April 29, 2012
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