British High Commission recruitment for Graduate Project Officers

⏲ Apr 2, 2017, 11:22 AM
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The British Government is an inclusive and diversity-friendly employer. We value difference, promote equality and challenge discrimination, enhancing our organizational capability. We are recruiting to fill the position below: Job Title: Project Officer - NCA/CSSF Anti Kidnap Project Job ID: (01/17 PHT) Location: Port Harcourt Grade: B3 (L) Type of Position: Fixed Term Duration of Post: 6 months Start Date: 1 May 2017 Main Purpose of Job

The main function of this post is act as an project support officer providing operational support to the National Crime Agency Anti Kidnap & Extortion Unit (AKEU) officer currently based in the British Deputy High Commission in Lagos, Nigeria
The successful candidate will be expected to operate from the offices in BDHC, Port Harcout, Nigeria
The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to work effectively both alone and within a team, at pace and collaborating with partners.
Appointments within the NCA require a high level of integrity and discretion. All candidates should be aware that this appointment is subject to security checks and clearance prior to appointment.

Roles and Responsibilities / what will the Jobholder be Expected to Achieve The successful candidate will undertake a variety of tasks including:

Initial kidnap response and liaison
Liaison with consular section
Maintenance of accurate records in relation to administrative procedures
Maintain and update CSSF Project Asset Register
Maintain and update records relating to CSSF AKEU training delivery
Interaction and debriefing of recovered hostages in conjunction with AKEU officer
Liaison with Nigerian Police Force Intelligence Response Team (Anti Kidnap)
Liaison with other NCA offices, law enforcement partners and private sectors partners in writng and in person

Essential Qualifications and Experience

Familiar with law enforcement processes
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Excellent organisational skills and ability to prioritise workload effectively.
Good working knowledge of MS Outlook, Word and Excel
Familiar with consular processes
Good local and geographical knowledge of South/South area of Nigeria

Desirable Qualifications and Experience

Understanding of FCO procurement and financial processes.

Required Competencies:

Making Effective Decisions, Collaborating and Partnering, Managing a Quality Service, Delivering at Pace

Remunerations

Starting salary is N 521, 826

Other Benefits and Conditions of Employment:

The successful candidate will need to show flexibility over working hours, as these will on occasion be unsociable.
Willingness to be available when required seven days a week
The candidate will also have to travel to other states in the region/country from time to time.

How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should: Click here to apply Additional Information

Please complete the application form in full. Failure to do so may result in a determination that you do not meet the requirements for the position.
Employees recruited locally by the British High Commission in Port Harcourt are subject to the Terms and Conditions of Service according to local employment law in Nigeria.
All applicants must be legally able to work in the country of application with the correct visa/status or work permit.
Employees who are not eligible to pay local income tax: e.g. certain third-country nationals and spouses/partners of UK diplomats will have their salaries abated by an equivalent amount.
Reference and security clearances checks will be conducted.
Any questions you may have about this position will be answered during the interview, should you be invited.
Information about the Foreign and Commonwealth Office Competency Framework can be found on this link: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-competency-framework
Successful candidates not resident in Nigeria will be personally liable for costs and arrangements to relocate, including accommodation and work permits.
Check your application and attachments before you submit your application, as you will not be able to make any changes once submitted.
The British High Commission will never ask you to pay a fee or money to apply for a position.