We are

The European Union (EU) is an economic and political partnership between 27 European countries. It plays an important role in international affairs through diplomacy, trade, development aid and working with global organisations. Abroad, the EU is represented through more than 140 diplomatic representations, known also as EU Delegations, which have a similar function to those of the EU embassy development programme.

The EU Delegation to the Federal Republic of Nigeria and ECOWAS works closely with the national, regional and local authorities as well as other foreign missions. The European Union (EU) is a major player in the international development community in Nigeria with an active presence in the key sectors of health, nutrition, water and sanitation and improving access to sustainable electricity. Additional crosscutting activities include the fight against corruption, drugs and organised crime, support to the reform of the justice system, measures to increase the role democratic processes and supporting a greater role for civil society.

We offer

We offer a post of Secretary . Under this post, the recruited person will be attributed functions depending on the needs of the Delegation. Upon recruitment, the successful candidate will occupy a specific job function as Secretary. This job function may be changed in accordance with the needs of the Delegation. Under this job function, the successful candidate will serve as technical and support staff to under the supervision and responsibility of the relevant Head of Section. 

The candidate, Local Agent LA3 will work full time (37.5 hours weekly) in a multicultural and multinational environment at the premises of the EU Delegation in Abuja, Nigeria. We offer a competitive position in an international environment. Benefits, such as a pension scheme and medical insurance, are offered to employees and their families under certain conditions. The gross basic salary will be raised in accordance with the current salary scale, depending on years of relevant professional experience, starting from NGN 611,861.

Selection Criteria

Minimum Requirements:

1. Medically fit to perform the required duties;
2. Enjoys civil rights and permits for employment under the Nigerian labour law;
3. Satisfactory knowledge of  English
4. Upper secondary education in a relevant field and minimum of 3 year in performing secretarial tasks. Thorough knowledge of secretarial tasks.
5. We expect a candidate with deep understanding and experience of secretarial, with high level of personal integrity, able to work under strict deadlines and able to cope with a significant workload such as;

• To coordinate appointments, organize and prepare meetings, draft minutes of meetings, respond and place telephone calls. Organise and manage the contacts list and database.
• To draft letters and notes (ensure they correspond to correct format, filing); prepare and finalize notes, routine correspondence.
• To receive, register and follow-up of mails and correspondences.
• To ensure smooth document and information management through ARES or equivalent IT tools, prepare physical files and signatories as required.
• To carry out actions enabling the physical protection, conservation and transfer of documents, records and files.
• To ensure proper filing of documents, record and carry out the various tasks related to the storage of information.
• To maintain the Delegation's archives and all activities relating to day-to-day 'housekeeping' of the archives.
• Proffer solutions to records storage and retrieval challenges of the various Sections within the Delegation, and assist in retrieving documents and information materials for staff members, visitors and researchers [when authorised to do so]
• To keep abreast about developments related to the section portfolio and main issues concerning the Section

When required, undertake other assignments that may be needed in view of the efficient functioning of the Delegation.

The following will be considered an asset:

1. Knowledge of French
2. University degree or equivalent in a relevant field
3. Thorough knowledge of secretarial and clerical tasks and previous experience in a diplomatic mission or international organization
4. Outstanding knowledge of Microsoft Office and good control of Excel, ability to handle statistical data
5. Self- motivated, proactive, ability to work in a multicultural environment, both in team and/or alone, respect for the deadlines, ability to deal with stressing situations and to work under tight deadlines, performing well under pressure.

How to apply

Submit your application to DELEGATION-NIGERIA-RECRUITMENT@eeas.europa.eu.

Applications should consist of a letter explaining your interest and suitability for this position and Curriculum Vitae (each 2 pages maximum). These documents should be sent by email to the attention of Head of Administration, on above stated email address. Application should clearly state the title of the post “Secretary - e-Del-HRM No 44325 and Sysper 2 No 157298”.

The procedure

After the deadline for applications, the applications will be reviewed by the Selection Committee set up for this purpose. The Selection Committee will prepare a shortlist of candidates who are considered to be the most suitable for this post on the basis of a preliminary assessment of the information provided in their application letter and the supporting document. The shortlisted candidates will be invited to an assessment phase, which is a written test, followed by interviews. During this phase, the Selection Committee will assess the suitability of the candidates for the post.

The candidates who have not been shortlisted will not be contacted individually; however, the Delegation will inform the remaining candidates by email, once the recruitment procedure has been completed and that a candidate has (or has not) been recruited. 

The Delegation will not supply additional information or discuss the selection procedure by telephone: please address any queries concerning this procedure to DELEGATION-NIGERIA-RECRUITMENT@eeas.europa.eu

Applications received after the deadline stated below or not conform to these instructions will be automatically rejected.

Deadline: 03 December 2021