Urgent Vacancy Announcement at U.S. Consulate in Lagos - Ticket Assistant
The U.S. Consulate in Lagos is seeking to employ a suitable and qualified candidate for the position of Ticket Assistant in the Information Program Center.
CLOSING DATE FOR THIS POSITION: MAR 16, 2017
OPEN TO: All Interested Candidates POSITION: Ticket Assistant FSN-06/FP-8* OPENING DATE: March 3, 2017 CLOSING DATE: March 16, 2017 WORK HOURS: Full-Time; 40 hours/week
SALARY: N291,999 per month (Starting basic salary)
In addition to the basic salary, all allowances will be paid in accordance with the Mission Local
Compensation Plan.
BASIC FUNCTION OF THE POSITION:
The incumbent coordinates travel ticketing with other ticketing assistants: coordinates travel planning and itinerary development to ensure compliance with Government regulations and Post Management policies. S/he negotiates with airlines regarding reservations, ticketing, billing, fares, benefits and waivers as appropriate. Responsible for cross training other employees in the use of Amadeus and other applicable reservation software. Position directs ticket reporting activities. S/he maintains various travel records and files and reconciles billing information.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
NOTE: All applicants MUST address each required qualification listed below with specific information supporting each item. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not qualified.
1. Completion of secondary school is required. Vocational training in Aviation Travel, Ticketing and Reservations is required.
2. Minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in an airline or General Services Agency (GSA) is required.
3. Level III (Good working knowledge) Speaking/Writing/Reading in English is required. Level III (Good working knowledge) Speaking in Yoruba, Igbo or Hausa is required. Language proficiency will be tested.
4. Knowledge of airline reservations procedures, airport codes, and classes of ticket is required. Good working knowledge of Customs, Immigration and Port Health authority’s procedures for navigation within the airport is required.
5. Must have strong writing skills to draft correspondence to Airlines, Embassies, and hotels.
6. Good computer skills (MS word and spreadsheet), other reservation software and IATA Certification are required. Must be able to use radio network, laptop and /or tablet.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested applicants for this position MUST submit the following, or the application will not be considered: 1. Application for US Federal Employment (DS-174 http://1.usa.gov/28UiwCB); or a current resume or curriculum vitae that provides the same information as a DS-174; plus,
2. Any additional documentation that supports or addresses the requirements listed above (e.g. transcripts, degrees, NYSC certificate/exemption etc.)
3. A type-written and signed application letter specifically applying for this position, and addressing the minimum requirements as advertised. Please reference the job title and announcement number on the application letter.
4. Limit all electronic (e-mail) submissions to one entry/e-mail not larger than 5MB. Please submit attachments in PDF and Word formats, not pictures.
5. E-mails received without the appropriate subject line and incomplete applications will not be considered.
WHERE TO APPLY:
Email Address: HRNigeria@state.gov
**Mailed (paper/hard copies) applications will NOT be accepted.
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