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Latest British High Commission (BHC) Recruitment 2023 Positions
We are recruiting to fill the following positions below:
1.) UK-Nigeria Tech Hub Director, International Tech Hub Network SEO
Location: Lagos
Grade: Senior Executive Officer (SEO)
Type of Position: Fixed Term, Fixed term, with possibility of renewal
Working hours per week: 35
Duration of Post: 6 months
Start Date: 1 September 2023
End Date: 31st March, 2024.
Job Category: Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Operations and Corporate Services)
Job Subcategory: Economic and Prosperity
Desirable Qualifications, Skills and Experience
- Experience of working within or with Government institutions, an understanding of public accountability and public spending frameworks operate.
- If the successful candidate does not already possess this experience, they need to demonstrate a drive to familiarise themselves with the many internal policies operated by FCDO including
- The Programme Operating Framework, financial management and HR processes as defined and implemented by the UK Government.
Required behaviours:
- Seeing the Big Picture, Delivering at Pace, Communicating and Influencing, Working Together
Other benefits and conditions of employment
Learning and development (L&D) opportunities:
- The UK Government in Nigeria and the FCDO-DSIT Digital Access Programme place a strong emphasis on learning and development. You will be encouraged to undertake developmental training and get involved in corporate activities.
- This role provides an excellent opportunity to build up programme knowledge and expertise and gain exposure to working across government.
- You will have access to existing and new Project & Programme Management L&D as well as wider job-relevant L&D and support for your own personal development.
- The priority development need will be to learn how to operate as an FCDO employee, quickly familiarising yourself with the values and policies that apply to our day-to-day work.
Working patterns:
- There will be the possibility for the successful candidate to work from home 1-2 days a week.
- Flexible working hours approach is also adopted by BDHC Lagos and hours are compressed to account for a lunchtime finish on Fridays.
Salary
USD 3,424.38 / month.
Application Closing Date
11th August, 2023.
2.) Assistant Health & Safety / Compliance Officer
Location: Abuja
Job Category: Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Operations and Corporate Services)
Job Subcategory: Corporate Services Support
Grade: Administrative Assistant (AA)
Type of Position: Fixed Term
Working hours per week: 35 hours per week
Duration of Post: 6 months
Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience
- 2 – 3 years of relevant work experience in Health & Safety management will be an added advantage.
- Proficient in the use of English Language (Writing, speaking, listening and reading)
- Computer Literate – Good in use of Word, outlook and Excel Packages
- Ability to learn fast on the Job
- Attention to details
- Ability to work in a high paced team
- Demonstrate good interpersonal skills
- A self-starter, and able to work with minimal supervision
- Good organizational skills and record keeping skills
- Excellent administrative skills
Desirable Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree
- Good IT skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Membership of a Professional Association (e.g. ISPON, IOSH, etc.)
Required Behaviours:
- Changing and Improving, Managing a Quality Service, Delivering at Pace, Working Together.
Salary
- USD 918.84 Monthly.
Other benefits and conditions of employment:
- Learning and development opportunities:
- HERA
- Complete the mandatory e-learning courses on arrival and develop knowledge as necessary
- Use of relevant Health & Safety/Compliance software.
Application Closing Date
10th August, 2023.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
3.) Estates Assistant Storeman
Location: Lagos
Type of Position: Permanent
Job Category: Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Operations and Corporate Services)
Job Subcategory: Estates
Start Date: 1st September 2023
Grade: S1
Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience
- Proficient in the use of English Language (Writing, speaking, listening and reading).
- Computer Literate – Good in use of Word, outlook and Excel Packages
- Ability to learn fast on the Job.
- Attention to details.
- Ability to work in a high paced team.
- Demonstrate good interpersonal skills.
- A self-starter, and able to work with minimal supervision
- Good organizational skills and record keeping skills
- Excellent administrative skills.
- Should be Physically fit and able to lift items without constraints
- Previous Experience in Store Management will be added advantage
Desirable Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Minimum of Higher School Certificate.
- Health and Safety certificate.
- Flexibility to occasionally work beyond regular working hours.
- Good IT skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
- Good store keeping knowledge and standards.
Required Behaviours:
- Making Effective Decisions, Managing a Quality Service, Delivering at Pace, Working Together
Salary
USD 565.73
Other Benefits and Conditions of Employment:
Learning and development opportunities:
- HERA
- Store keeping
- Complete the mandatory e-learning courses on arrival and develop knowledge as necessary completing the available e-learning course
- Use of relevant Facilities Management software
Working patterns:
- 7.5 hours/day
- 5.5 hours on Fridays
- Job will occasionally require working overtime
Application Closing Date
3rd August, 2023.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
How to Apply for British High Commission Recruitment
All interested and qualified applicant is to read the requirement before applying for this offer. To apply for the ongoing recruitment 2023, ensure you have read all the presented requirements by clicking the APPLY NOW button above.
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- The job might not be available anymore when you visit the APPLY NOW page but we promise to always give you the latest update on this offer.
- The jobs above are subject to change.
- You have to visit regularly for the latest update.