Company Overview
The U.S. Mission to Nigeria is the official diplomatic representation of the United States government in Nigeria, comprising the U.S. Embassy in Abuja and the U.S. Consulate General in Lagos. It works to advance mutual interests between the two countries by promoting security and stability, expanding commercial opportunities for American businesses, supporting Nigeria’s health and humanitarian systems, and fostering democratic governance and people-to-people ties. Through the coordinated efforts of multiple U.S. government agencies, the Mission invests substantially each year in Nigerian communities, partnering with local organizations to contribute to a healthier, more prosperous, more secure, and more democratic future for both nations.
The U.S. Mission to Nigeria invites qualified candidates to fill in the position below:
Job Title: Political Military Assistant
Location: Abuja
Work Schedule: Full-time – 40 hour per week
Salary Offer: USD $48,708 / Per Year
Summary
- The U.S. Mission in Abuja, Nigeria is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the Political-Military Assistant Position in the Political office.
Duties
- The incumbent is one of two staff covering counterterrorism and political-military affairs in the section, building contacts, authoring cable reporting and engaging in diplomatic advocacy with host government, NGO, UN, and international officials to advance U.S. interests, in addition to primary section reporting responsibility on the political, economic, and social issues in Kwara, Niger, and Kogi states.
- The incumbent provides input to briefing papers for Department leadership and manages policy engagements and logistics for visiting delegations, in addition to advocacy for acquisitions of U.S. defense articles.
Requirements
Education:
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science, International relations,Public Administration, History, or related fields is required.
Experience:
- At least three (3) years of professional work experience in an office environment with a strong focus on writing and analytical skills development is required.
Application Closing Date
5th November, 2026.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online