Career Opportunity at GSO Assistant
Career Opportunity: GSO Assistant
U.S. Embassy Abuja — General Services Office
The U.S. Embassy in Abuja is seeking a qualified, highly motivated dynamic professional to fill the position of GSO Assistant within the General Services Office.
Vacancy Overview
Announcement Number: Abuja-2026-025
Position Title: GSO Assistant (Supervisory)
Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Salary: USD $48,708 per year
Grade: FP-6
Work Schedule: Full-time (40 hours/week) | Telework: Not eligible
Appointment Type: Permanent (Not to exceed 5 years)
Open Period: August 20, 2026 – September 3, 2026
Security Clearance: Secret / Confidential
Eligibility Note: This position is strictly open to U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs) across all U.S. Mission agencies. It is not open to the general public.
Role Summary
Reporting to the Supervisory General Services Officer, the GSO Assistant oversees customer service and travel-related portfolios, providing critical operational support to locally employed staff, American direct-hire employees, and their families assigned to Abuja. This role includes direct supervisory responsibilities.
Key Qualifications & Requirements
Education: University degree in Mathematics, Psychology, Law, Business Management, Communications, or a closely related field.
Experience:
2 years of professional experience in logistics, procurement, project management, quality management, or administrative/business management.
Minimum of 6 months in a supervisory capacity.
Language: Professional fluency in written and spoken English.
Clearance & Onboarding: Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance and begin work within approximately 6 weeks of final authorization.
Core Knowledge & Skills
Knowledge Areas Technical & Interpersonal Skills
• Federal Acquisition & Travel Regulations • Advanced MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Publisher)
• Embassy structures & GSO operations • Clear report writing & public presentation skills
• Host-nation customs, taxation, & motor vehicle processes • Stress management & conflict resolution in customer service
• Public/private sector relationship management • High-accuracy typing, analytical, & problem-solving abilities
Required Application Documents
Proof of University Degree
Residency & Work Permits (if applicable)
EFM-Specific Items: Sponsor’s Travel Orders/Assignment Notification, Passport Copy, DD-214 (for Veteran Preference, if applicable), and SF-50 (if applicable)
How to Apply
Interested and eligible candidates must apply electronically through the official U.S. Embassy recruitment portal using the “Apply to This Vacancy” option before the deadline. Ensure your application explicitly details how you meet all education, experience, and language requirements.
Application Deadline: September 3, 2026
