Cashier Job Vacancy at U.S. Embassy, Abuja Nigeria 2014

The U.S. Embassy in Abuja is seeking to employ suitable and qualified candidate for the Procurement Agent position in the General Services Office (GSO) in Abuja.

Job Title: Cashier, FSN-08/FP-06

Location: Abuja

Primary Duties:
The incumbent provides a full range of cashiering services to the Mission community in accordance with policy and regulations. The cashier supports 13 sub-cashiers and is authorized to provide support for 28 agencies of the U.S. Mission in Nigeria, utilizing USD and Naira.

Basic Requirement:
NOTE: All applicants MUST address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each criterion or the application will not be considered.

• University degree in Accounting, Finance, Business administration or Economics is required.
• Minimum of two (2) years work experience with financial matters is required.
• Level IV (fluent) Speaking/Reading/Writing in English is required.
• Expert knowledge of the policies, guidelines and regulations governing cashiering operations is required.
• Advanced knowledge of fraud detection and banking requirements, including identification of proper SWIFT codes for EFT transmission, is required.
• The ability to effectively utilize computer and financial software is required.Copied from: www.hotnigerianjobs.com

Selection Process
When fully qualified, U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs) and U.S. Veterans are given preference. Therefore, it is essential that the candidate specifically address the required qualifications above in the application.

Additional Selection Criteria

• Management will consider nepotism/conflict of interest, budget, and residency status in determining successful candidacy.
• Current employees serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply.
• Current Ordinarily Resident employees with an Overall Summary Rating of Needs Improvement or Unsatisfactory on their most recent Employee Performance Report are not eligible to apply.
• Currently employed U.S. Citizen EFMs who hold a Family Member Appointment (FMA) are ineligible to apply for advertised positions within the first 90 calendar days of their employment.
• Currently employed NORs hired under a Personal Services Agreement (PSA) are ineligible to apply for advertised positions within the first 90 calendar days of their employment unless currently hired into a position with a When Actually Employed (WAE) work schedule. Copied from: www.hotnigerianjobs.com

Remuneration
Salary: OR – Ordinarily Resident–N3,810,106 p.a (Starting basic salary) Position Grade: FSN-08
In addition to the basic salary, all allowances will be paid in accordance with the Mission Local Compensation Plan.
NOR - Not Ordinarily Resident – AEFM - US$44,737.00, EFM/MOH – US$38,394, (Starting Salary) p.a. Position Grade: FP-06

Deadline: 
3rd March 3, 2014

Method of Application
Interested applicants for this position MUST submit the following, or the application will not be considered:

• Application for US Federal Employment (DS-174); or a current resume or curriculum vitae that provides the same information as a DS-174; plus.
• Candidates who claim US 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. Please reference the job title and announcement number on the application letter.

Submit Application To:

Embassy of the United States of America
Human Resources Office
Plot 1075 Diplomatic Drive
Central District Area
Abuja.
Or submit to: HRNigeria@state.gov