British High Commission Abuja Current Job Vacancy

The British High Commission Abuja has the following vacancy in its Visa Section:

Job Title: LE III ENTRY CLEARANCE ASSISTANT
Job Summary
The British High Commission is looking for an Entry Clearance Assistant to work in the Visa Section. The successful candidate will undertake a variety of tasks to support visa operations. The main duties will include the use of laptops to check application details against a confidential database and visa writing (the printing and placing of visa vignettes in passports). For this reason the successful candidate must hold a British passport or currently be security cleared by HMG to Restricted level. Any appointment is subject to the candidate successfully obtaining security clearance.

Qualities Needed
We are looking for a British passport holder or someone who currently holds Restricted Security Clearance by HMG, with good oral and written communication skills. In particular, the successful candidate should be able to work quickly and accurately, often under pressure, have a positive approach to tackling problems and a willingness to take on new tasks. The most important qualities required are diligence, resilience, self motivation, a flexible approach and the ability to work well in a small team.
Previous experience of working within a visa section or other office environment, good keyboard skills and familiarity with computers and software packages (notably MS Word, Excel and straightforward databases) is desirable, although training will be provided where necessary.
This is a full time position, however a part time/job share option will also be considered. Those wishing to work part time or wishing to job share should make this clear in their application. The salary will be split accordingly if the job share option is taken.
Successful candidates must be available to start work as soon as possible following receipt of their security clearance.

This is a full time position from 8am – 4pm, Monday to Thursday and 8am – 1pm on Friday. The job will be graded LE III with a monthly starting salary of N238,620 including allowances. Successful candidates who are not liable to pay Nigerian tax will be subject to a 10 % notional tax deduction on the basic salary. The salary will be paid in Naira.
Interviews will be conducted within 2 weeks following the closing date. All candidates will be interviewed against the following core competencies.
Delivering results – Takes responsibility and uses initiative to deliver high quality work. Handles a variety of tasks, making progress on all fronts. Works with speed and professionalism, recognising that others depend on them.
Working with Others – Shows consideration for others’ needs and motivations, values diversity and inclusion; works effectively and supportively with colleagues and contacts in the immediate and wider teams. Embraces different ways of thinking and acting.
Communicating – Conveys information accurately and concisely. Expresses own views and contributes to team debate.

Managing Self, Others and Resources – Organises self and work effectively. Provides guidance and support, either formally or informally, to help others achieve objectives. Makes best use of resources and maintains high work standards.

Method of Application
All those interested in applying should send a CV (which should include contact phone number); passport size photograph, copy of passport bio-data page and a typed covering letter detailing relevant experience to the following address:
Applications should be sent to:

Human Resources Assistant,
British High Commission,
No. 33, Dangote House,
P. O. Box 4808,
Aguiyi Ironsi Street,
Maitama,
Abuja.
Or by e-mail to: recruitment.abuja@fco.gov.uk

Applications Deadline: Monday 25th July 2011
Interviews are likely to take place during the w/c 8th August 2011.

Applications received after the stated deadline will not be considered. Telephone applications and enquiries will also not be accepted. Only applicants called for interview will be contacted.

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