• Entry Clearance Assistant at The British High Commission​ in Nigeria

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    placeAbuja
    Date Posted: 2019-10-25

    The British High Commission in Nigeria is hiring Entry Clearance Assistants in Abuja.

    Job Description

    • Print visas according to manifests sent from the UK decision-making teams. Assure the security and integrity of visa writing processes according to United Kingdom Visa and Immigration (UKVI) policy and guidance;Undertake enrichment activity requests sent by UK decision-making teams, and ensure compliance with guidance to assure security, integrity and quality of enrichment processes;
    Roles and Responsibilities
    • Process the printing of documents for cases sent by the UK decision-making teams;
    • Take responsibility to resolve enquiries from TLS, internal and external stakeholders;
    • Receive, record and follow through to resolve all overturned cases, by commenting on CRS and dispatching to the VAC in line with agreed procedures;
    • Manage logistics for UKVI staff and guests: Arrange hotel booking, flights and transport arrangements for official travel in and out of Abuja;
    • By rotation, plan and publish bi-weekly duty list to allocate resources fairly and according to demand;
    • Book Visa Application Centre appointments and provide support to MFA, State House and other BHC key stakeholders. Ensure all facilitations/Note Verbale applications are processed and recorded accurately;
    • Manage the content, security and integrity of the passport bank to assure an organised and efficient process according;
    • Manage the dispatch process and resolve any complaints or service failures to the VAC, and escalate ongoing problems to a Team Leader;
    • Perform other ad-hoc duties at special request to support British High Commission and UKVI business delivery
    Requirements
    Essential qualifications, skills and experience:
    • IT skills, well versed in Microsoft Office package specifically Excel
    • English language - read, write and speak
    Desirable qualifications, skills and experience:
    • Previous experience working in a Visa Section or official Government office
    Required competencies:
    • Changing and Improving, Collaborating and Partnering, Managing a Quality Service, Delivering at Pace.
    Starting Monthly Salary
    NGN 298, 960.22 Monthly.



    Other benefits and conditions of employment
    Learning and development opportunities (and any specific training courses to be completed):

    • Learning and Development opportunities will be available to the successful applicant.
    • An analysis of training needs will be discussed between the successful candidate and line manager.
    Official BHC Working patterns:
    • Monday to Thursday: 08:00-16:00hrs
    • Friday: 08:00-13:00

    How to Apply
    Interested and qualified candidates should click here to apply on or before 8th November, 2019.

    Additional Information

    • All applicants must be legally able to work in Nigeria with the correct visa/status or work permit.
    • The British High Commission in Abuja is an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to inclusivity, a diverse workforce and valuing difference.
    • Employees recruited locally by the British High Commission in Nigeria are subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local employment law in Country.
    • Spouses/registered partners of UK Based Staff are able to work within the BHC but their salary will be abated at the appropriate tax rates.
    • Reference checking and security clearances will be conducted (It would be advantageous to hold or have held security clearance approved by the FCO).
    Note: This opportunity is open for full time, part time and job share for applicants clearly highlighting their preference / ability when applying.

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