Company: U.S. Mission to Nigeria
Job Title: Chauffeur / Administrative Clerk
Announcement Number: Abuja-2026-026
Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: USD 9,631 per year
Company Overview
The U.S. Mission to Nigeria comprises the U.S. Embassy in Abuja and the U.S. Consulate General in Lagos. The Consulate General Lagos serves as the Mission’s representative to the Nigerian people in the southern region.
The U.S. Embassy in Abuja is seeking eligible and qualified candidates for the position of Chauffeur / Administrative Clerk.
Job Description
The Chauffeur / Administrative Clerk will provide secure transportation for Embassy senior personnel and visiting senior officials while also supporting administrative and motor pool operations. The role requires strong knowledge of local routes, defensive driving skills, vehicle maintenance and administrative procedures.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Operate fully armored and lightly armored vehicles to transport Embassy senior personnel and visiting senior officials.
- Transport officials to high-level meetings and other engagements in Abuja and Lagos.
- Serve as an alternate supervisor in the designated supervisor’s absence.
- Provide guidance to team members while helping maintain the overall team work schedule.
- Liaise with GSO Travel and Motor Pool to ensure appropriate support for Embassy personnel and visitors.
- Maintain detailed knowledge of local routes and road conditions.
- Identify alternative routes when necessary to avoid protests, road disruptions and other security concerns.
- Ensure proper preventive maintenance and care of assigned vehicles.
- Keep vehicles clean and in good operating condition.
- Serve as a cash custodian.
- Prepare procurement plans as required and follow established procedures.
Requirements
Education
- Completion of high school is required.
Work Experience
- At least three years of previous work experience performing chauffeur and administrative duties is required.
Job Knowledge
- Knowledge of Nigerian traffic laws.
- Knowledge of local roads and routes.
- Familiarity with government facilities, embassies and consulates.
- Knowledge of local restaurants, shops and other relevant facilities.
Skills and Abilities
- Must possess a valid and current driver’s licence for a car.
- Must have held a valid Nigerian driver’s licence for at least five years.
- Ability to operate Level C or D armoured vehicles.
- Demonstrated defensive driving skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Good organisational and interpersonal skills.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online through the official U.S. Mission recruitment portal.
Apply for the Chauffeur / Administrative Clerk position
Application Closing Date
17th September, 2026.