CONSULAR ASSOCIATE at the U.S. Embassy
JOB ALERT
CONSULAR ASSOCIATE
ORGANIZATION: U.S. EMBASSY ABUJA
POSITION: CONSULAR ASSOCIATE
LOCATION: ABUJA, NIGERIA
ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: ABUJA-2026-029
SERIES/GRADE: FP-3090-7
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT, DEFINITE NOT TO EXCEED 5 YEARS
WORK SCHEDULE: FULL TIME, 40 HOURS PER WEEK
SALARY: USD 43,543 PER YEAR
SECURITY CLEARANCE: SECRET/CONFIDENTIAL CLEARANCE REQUIRED
TELEWORK: NOT ELIGIBLE
OPEN PERIOD: 9 SEPTEMBER 2026 TO 23 SEPTEMBER 2026
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 23 SEPTEMBER 2026
WHO MAY APPLY
This vacancy is specifically open to U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs) across all agencies.
The position is not open to the general public.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The U.S. Embassy Abuja is seeking an eligible and qualified Consular Associate to join its Consular Section.
Under the direct supervision of the Consular Chief, the successful candidate will perform a range of responsibilities across the American Citizen Services, Nonimmigrant Visa, Immigrant Visa and Fraud Prevention Units.
The role involves providing consular services to U.S. citizens, supporting non-adjudicatory visa processing, assisting with investigation and validation activities, and handling correspondence with members of the public, attorneys, U.S. and host governments, Congress and other relevant parties.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide consular services to U.S. citizens.
Support non-adjudicatory visa processing.
Assist with investigations and validation studies.
Handle official correspondence with the public, attorneys, government institutions and other relevant stakeholders.
Input and manage information in consular systems accurately.
Identify and correct data entry errors.
Apply applicable regulations and procedures with accuracy and sound judgment.
Support activities across American Citizen Services, Nonimmigrant Visa, Immigrant Visa and Fraud Prevention Units.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
Completion of High School is required.
Minimum of 2 years of office administration experience is required.
Fluency in spoken, written and read English is required.
General understanding of U.S. policies related to consular and visa operations is required.
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and general computer applications.
Knowledge of information and database management.
Strong organizational, task management and filing skills.
Good written communication skills, including the ability to prepare official correspondence and reports.
Good interpersonal skills.
Ability to deal tactfully and professionally with the public, including sensitive and difficult situations.
Ability to evaluate evidence carefully and apply complex regulations correctly.
Ability to learn applicable U.S. and host-country laws, regulations, legal precedents and court decisions.
Ability to input data into consular systems with minimum errors and identify errors made by others.
Ability to independently manage assigned tasks and responsibilities.
SECURITY REQUIREMENT
Selected candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret-level security clearance.
All selected candidates will undergo a background investigation and may be required to complete a pre-employment medical examination.
The selected candidate must be able to begin work within a reasonable period of approximately 6 weeks after receiving the necessary authorization, clearances or certifications.
HIRING PREFERENCE
Hiring preference may be given to eligible applicants according to the U.S. Mission’s established preference order.
Preference categories include eligible family members who are preference-eligible U.S. Veterans, AEFM/USEFM applicants, and certain Foreign Service and Civil Service personnel with applicable reemployment rights.
Applicants claiming veteran preference must provide the required supporting documentation.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Applicants should upload all applicable documents, including:
Residency Permit, if applicable.
Work Permit, if applicable.
High School Diploma.
Eligible Family Member applicants must additionally provide:
Copy of Sponsor’s Travel Orders or Assignment Notification, or equivalent.
Passport copy.
DD-214 Member Copy 4, Veterans’ Affairs letter or other supporting documentation, if applicable.
SF-50, if applicable.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
23 SEPTEMBER 2026
HOW TO APPLY
Interested and eligible applicants should click the Apply to This Vacancy button on the official U.S. Department of State ERA recruitment portal and submit a complete application before the closing date.
For information about employment opportunities with the U.S. Mission in Nigeria:
IMPORTANT NOTICE
This is a USEFM-only vacancy and is not open to the general public.
Applicants should ensure that their applications clearly address all relevant education, experience, English language ability and job-related skills.
Incomplete applications may be disqualified.
