{"id":1188,"date":"2013-11-26T20:32:10","date_gmt":"2013-11-26T20:32:10","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/nigeriastandardnewspaper.com\/ng\/?p=1188"},"modified":"2013-11-26T20:32:10","modified_gmt":"2013-11-26T20:32:10","slug":"end-to-fake-documentation-in-us-consulate-lagos-us-govt-steps-up-fight-against-fraud-in-nigeriaseek-urgent-employment-of-criminal-investigator-with-5yrs-minimum-experience-candidate-to-ea","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nigeriastandardnewspaper.com\/a\/end-to-fake-documentation-in-us-consulate-lagos-us-govt-steps-up-fight-against-fraud-in-nigeriaseek-urgent-employment-of-criminal-investigator-with-5yrs-minimum-experience-candidate-to-ea\/","title":{"rendered":"END TO FAKE DOCUMENTATION IN US CONSULATE LAGOS!  US Govt Steps up Fight against Fraud in Nigeria\u2026Seek Urgent Employment of Criminal Investigator with 5Yrs minimum experience  *Candidate to earn N4, 802,338 per Annum, deep knowledge of Nigeria Travel Documents, Security Features  *Says: \u201cIncumbent will conduct criminal investigations throughout Nigeria\u2026\u201d"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><b>END TO FAKE DOCUMENTATION IN US CONSULATE LAGOS!<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>US Govt Steps up Fight against Fraud in Nigeria\u2026<\/b><b>Seek Urgent Employment of Criminal Investigator with 5Yrs minimum experience<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>*Candidate to earn N4, 802,338 per Annum, deep knowledge of Nigeria Travel\u00a0Documents, Security Features<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>*<\/b><b>Says: \u201c<\/b><b>Incumbent will conduct criminal investigations throughout Nigeria\u2026\u201d<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>BY PHILLIP TOWNSED\/<i>DIPLOMATIC REPORTER<\/i>, NIGERIA<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b><a href=\"https:\/\/nigeriastandardnewspaper.com\/a\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/US-Embassy_0.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1189\" alt=\"US-Embassy_0\" src=\"http:\/\/nigeriastandardnewspaper.com\/ng\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/US-Embassy_0-150x150.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nigeriastandardnewspaper.com\/a\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/US-Embassy_0-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/nigeriastandardnewspaper.com\/a\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/US-Embassy_0-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/nigeriastandardnewspaper.com\/a\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/US-Embassy_0.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a>FOR <\/b>Nigerian travelers planning to embark on tourist visits to America with fake traveling papers at the United States Embassy in Nigeria, their end may have come. Also, for Nigerian internet fraudsters, better known as \u2018Yahoo Yahoo boys\u2019; they may meet their waterloo in the course of their criminal financial scams of innocent Americans. In a statement issued few days ago, the United States Consulate in Lagos urgently seek to employ an experienced criminal fraud investigator with a deep knowledge of Nigerian travel documents, and the surrounding region, reporting to the Assistant Regional\u00a0Security Officer-Investigations Unit (ARSO-I) as part of the Overseas Criminal Investigators (OCI) program. <b><\/b><\/p>\n<p>The U.S. Consulate General, Lagos is seeking to employ a suitable and qualified candidate for the position of Criminal\u00a0Fraud Investigator\u00a0in the Regional Security Office (RSO).<\/p>\n<p><strong>Expectation from the Candidate\u00a0<\/strong><br \/>\n<b><i>Naija Standard<\/i><\/b> gathered that the incumbent will conduct criminal investigations throughout Nigeria and the surrounding region, reporting to the Assistant Regional\u00a0Security Officer-Investigations Unit (ARSO-I) as part of the Overseas Criminal Investigators (OCI) program. S\/he may be called upon to provide\u00a0court depositions\u00a0or testimony as part of Nigerian criminal prosecutions. Incumbent will also plan and conduct anti-fraud training programs for post staff and host nation personnel; liaise with U.S. and Nigerian government and law enforcement officials; collect, analyze and disseminate criminal intelligence; and independently conduct the post criminal investigation program in the\u00a0absence of\u00a0the ARSO-I.<\/p>\n<p>To obtain a copy of this announcement please visit our Mission websites at:\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/nigeria.usembassy.gov\/hr_office.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/nigeria.usembassy.gov\/hr_office.html<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>The Requirement<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Their statement read: \u201cAll applicants MUST address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each criterion or the application will not be considered.<\/p>\n<p>1.\u00a0College degree\u00a0from\u00a0a recognized college or university in\u00a0the fields\u00a0of law enforcement, criminal justice, law,\u00a0criminology, forensics, social sciences, journalism. Minimum of six months of formal professional training in the fields of investigation, criminal justice, law enforcement, security, fraud\/loss prevention, and\/or consular work is required.<br \/>\n2. Minimum of five (5) years of\u00a0professional experience\u00a0in the fields of investigator, criminal justice, law enforcement, fraud\/loss prevention, security and\/or consular work is required.<br \/>\n3. Level IV (Fluent) Speaking\/Reading in English is required.<br \/>\n4. In-depth working knowledge of\u00a0Nigeria travel\u00a0documents required. Basic knowledge of security features for travel documents originating from other countries and familiarity with fraud analysis techniques recommended.<br \/>\n5. Ability to operate with little to no supervision in dynamic and hazardous environments.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Selection Process<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong>When fully qualified, U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs) and U.S. Veterans are given preference. Therefore, it is essential that the candidate specifically address the required qualifications above in the application.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Additional Requirements<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The statement further reads: \u201cManagement will consider nepotism\/conflict of interest, budget, and residency status in determining successful candidacy. Current employees serving a probationary period are not eligible\u00a0to apply. Current Ordinarily Resident employees with an Overall Summary Rating of Needs Improvement or Unsatisfactory on their most recent Employee Performance Report are not eligible to apply. Currently employed U.S. Citizen EFMs who hold a Family Member Appointment (FMA) are ineligible to apply for advertised positions within the first 90 calendar days of their employment. Currently employed NORs hired under a Personal Services Agreement (PSA) are ineligible to apply for advertised positions within the first 90 calendar days of their employment unless currently hired into a position with a When Actually Employed (WAE)\u00a0work schedule.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How to apply<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>FSN-10 OPEN TO: All Interested Candidates<br \/>\nPOSITION TITLE: Criminal Fraud Investigator, FSN-10<br \/>\nOPENING DATE: November 13, 2013<br \/>\nCLOSING DATE: November 26, 2013<br \/>\nWORK HOURS: Full-time; 40 hours\/week<\/p>\n<p>SALARY: OR \u2013 Ordinarily Resident\u2013N4, 802,338 p.a. (Starting basic salary) Position Grade: FSN-10<br \/>\nIn addition to the basic salary, all allowances will be paid in accordance with the Mission Local Compensation Plan.<\/p>\n<p>NOTE: ALL NOT ORDINARILY RESIDENT APPLICANTS MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FORCONSIDERATION.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cInterested applicants for this position MUST submit the following, or the application will not be considered:<\/p>\n<p>1. Application for US Federal Employment (DS-174); or a current resume or curriculum vitae that provides the same information as a DS-174; plus.<br \/>\n2. Candidates who claim US Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form DD-214 with their application.<br \/>\n3. Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards, copies of degrees earned) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.<br \/>\n4. A type-written and signed\u00a0application letter\u00a0specifically applying for this position, and addressing the minimum requirements as advertised. Please reference the job title and announcement number on the application letter.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><strong>SUBMIT APPLICATION TO:<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>Embassy of the United States of America<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong> Human Resources Office<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong> Plot 1075 Diplomatic Drive<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong> Central District Area<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong> Abuja.<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong> Or submit to\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:HRNigeria@state.gov\">HRNigeria@state.gov<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>DUE DATE:<\/strong>\u00a026 November, 2013<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>END TO FAKE DOCUMENTATION IN US CONSULATE LAGOS! US Govt Steps up Fight against Fraud in Nigeria\u2026Seek Urgent Employment of Criminal Investigator with 5Yrs minimum experience *Candidate to earn N4, 802,338 per Annum, deep knowledge of Nigeria Travel\u00a0Documents, Security Features *Says: \u201cIncumbent will conduct criminal investigations throughout Nigeria\u2026\u201d BY PHILLIP TOWNSED\/DIPLOMATIC REPORTER, NIGERIA FOR Nigerian [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":1189,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[102],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1188","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-nigeria"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/nigeriastandardnewspaper.com\/a\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1188","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/nigeriastandardnewspaper.com\/a\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/nigeriastandardnewspaper.com\/a\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nigeriastandardnewspaper.com\/a\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nigeriastandardnewspaper.com\/a\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1188"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/nigeriastandardnewspaper.com\/a\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1188\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nigeriastandardnewspaper.com\/a\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1189"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/nigeriastandardnewspaper.com\/a\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1188"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nigeriastandardnewspaper.com\/a\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1188"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nigeriastandardnewspaper.com\/a\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1188"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}