The U.S. Mission to Nigeria comprises of the Embassy in Abuja, FCT, and the Consulate General in Lagos. U.S. Consulate General Lagos is the Mission’s representative to the Nigerian people in the southern region.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Consular Associate
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Announcement Number: Abuja-2026-029
Location: Abuja
Work Schedule: Full-time – 40 hours per week
Appointment type: Permanent
Summary
- The U.S. Embassy Abuja, Nigeria is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the Consular Associate position in the Consular Section.
Duties
- Under the direct supervision of the Consular Chief the Consular Associate is assigned a wide range of responsibilities in the American Citizen Services (ACS) Unit, Nonimmigrant Visa (NIV) Unit, Immigrant Visa Unit, and Fraud Prevention Unit (FPU).
- The jobholder provides consular services to U.S. citizens, conducts non-adjudicatory visa processing, and assists in investigation and validation studies. Incumbent also handles correspondence with the public, attorneys, U.S. and host governments, Congress, and other parties.
- Must be able to secure and maintain a Secret level security clearance.
Job Knowledge:
- General understanding of U.S. policies related to consular and visa operations is required.
Requirements
- Education Requirements: Completion of High School is required.
- Experience: Minimum of two (2) years of office administration is required.
Language:
- Fluent speaking/reading/writing in English is required.
- Please address this language requirement in your ERA application.
Skills And Abilities:
The following skills and abilities are required:
- Must be able to input data in consular systems with minimum errors, and spot and correct errors made by others (applicants and fellow staff).
- Demonstrated skills in MS Office Suite and general computer skills including information and database management.
- Organizational skills, including task management and filing skills; communication skills including writing skills appropriate for drafting official correspondence and reports.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DOS Secret Security clearance.
- Tact and good judgment in dealing with the public, often under difficult and sensitive circumstances.
- Sensitivity in evaluating evidence and applying complex regulations correctly.
- Ability to learn applicable U.S. and host country laws, regulations, legal precedents, and court decisions.
- Good interpersonal skills.
Agency Benefits
- Salary: USD $43,543 / Per Year.
- The U.S. Mission offers a competitive compensation and benefits package for local employees.
- For Eligible Family Member (EFM) applicants, benefits should be discussed with the HR Office.
- The pay plan is assigned by the HR Office and confirmed by Washington, D.C.
Application Closing Date
23rd September, 2026.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
