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: Economic Specialist
Announcement Number: Abuja-2024-064
Location: Abuja
Job Schedule: Full time
Summary
- We are seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the Economic Specialist position in the Economic section.
- The U.S. Mission in Nigeria supports Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility (DEIA). All genders are welcome to apply.
Duties
- The incumbent is the Senior Locally Employed Staff of the Economic Affairs Section.
- The position conducts economic analysis, builds and maintains contacts with economic leaders in the public and private sectors, writes analytical cables, prepares economic reports, supports USG visitors, sets up meetings for Executive and Economic Section staff and coordinates the activities of the economic LE Staff.
Requirements
Education:
- A Master’s Degree in Economics, Business or a related field is required.
Experience:
- A minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience, including private and/or public sector economic analysis is required
Job Knowledge:
- Thorough knowledge of Nigeria’s political and economic structure, both formal and informal is required. Advanced knowledge and use of economic concepts and methods, particularly macroeconomics is required. Must be familiar with both the USG and GoN structure and methods of good governance.
- Must be knowledgeable on regional (ECOWAS) issues as well including macroeconomic and budgetary issues, banking, finance, investment climate, and anti-money laundering/counter-terrorism financing and some agriculture, energy, industry, and infrastructure.
Salary
USD $37,211 / Per Year.
Deadline: 31st July, 2024.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
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