Anti-Fraud & Investigations Assistant at US Embassy

Summary:

The U.S. Consulate Lagos, Nigeria is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for two (2) Fraud Prevention Assistant positions in the Consular Section.

Duties

The incumbent will perform wide-ranging anti-fraud investigations in support of consular operations, including document analysis, phone and in-person interviews, verification of documents and case details with government officials, and site visits. Investigations primarily focus on analysis of facts to support fraud determinations that can affect whether an applicant is eligible for a citizenship or an immigration benefit.

The position requires a high-level of independent judgment and decision-making and careful protection of sensitive information. On a daily basis, the incumbent must distill complex investigations into succinct summaries of fact that consular officers use in forming case adjudications and drafting denial and revocation memos.

Education Requirements:

• A university degree in any of the following: Law, Psychology, Forensics, Economics, or Criminology is required. NYSC Certificate or Exemption document is required.

Experience:

• A minimum of four (4) years' work experience as an investigator or researcher for the police, court, law firm, insurance company, government or private agency is required.