It goes this way, I have a 2 year multiple visa to US, though visiting visa. I have always wanted to travel to US back in the school days before I got to know that the're many types of visa. To be honest with you, what I want is to reside in Us permanently and possible have my future children born in US.
My problem is how do I change my status knowing fully that with visiting visa finding a job would be almost impossible. I told a friend about it and he suggested I get myself enrolled in one of the schools as soon as I arrived US so as to get my visa renewed when it expires, though I thought of it and found Metropolitan community college Omaha, nebraska and the school authority has assured me of the change of status.
I was also told that I could change my status by marriage, but earnestly speaking I have a woman here in Nigeria whom I have proposed and would'nt want to disappoint and our marriage has been fixed for November 2011.

Please my fellow patriotic Nigerians what would you suggest or advice on this issue as related to legalizing my stay in US. Are there any possible means of getting papers other than marriage .
Your opinion and suggestion would be so much appreciated.

@ Halfcurrent, Further administrative processing can occure irrespective of the number of time you have travelled abroad including US.It could be that you had a name hit in thier database in FBI,CIA or other security agencies. In a nutshell, consulting a solicitor or attorney is a waste of time and resources. I would advise you pray to God for quick response from the embassy. I had my visa interview in US embassy Abuja on 26th May 2010 and was only called on 18th of may 2011 for my visa which I have now.You can call Department of state to determine your case status as embassy may not respond to your calls or e-mails until your case is completed.If you would need more clarification on this feel free to alert me.

I can recall vividly last 2 years when i gave a testimony about my job offer with US Embassy as a fuel & water attendant despite my HND Upper credit in Mech. Eng., One swine almost cruxified me b/cos of that. Reasons best known to him, but today am betterof. If i had stayed at home waiting for Shell and others i would nt have accomplished what i have achieved today. Yes, as a fuel attendant i earn more than 1millon per annum as my basic salary.
My candid advice is that we should put the issue of HND/ Bsc aside and embrace any oppourtunity that comes ur way, afterall the inventor of HONDA motors was never a graduate.

When the desirable is not available the available becomes the desirable.

i want to be cleared here, are u guys talking about the concluded NNPC test that was held nationwide on 25 of october 2008 or talking about another invitation when those that have written the previous test are still expecting there result. I participated for the test and it was for GTs.
Anyway, the test format was Antonymns, Synonymns. folding of shapes, mathematics, and general engineering test.
The later was in part 2.

Hi Everyone,
I got an e-mail from NNPC on Sunday and today inviting me for an aptitude test.
Date: saturday, 25th october, 2008.
Venue: Government sec. Sch. Tundun wada, wuse zone 4 Abuja.
Time: 12.00 noon prompt.

Please if anyone has/know the NNPC test format kindly forward it to my mail, emmajik@yahoo.com.
Also does anyone have a different time from mine?

United States Mission Abuja
Vacancy Announcement
No. 2008-035 Date: May 15, 2008 Ref:
Subject: SUPPLY CLERK (FUEL AND WATER ATTENDANT)
(A52297)
Location: ABUJA – GENERAL SERVICE OFFICE

Applicability: ALL INTERESTED CANDIDATES




OPEN TO: All Interested Candidates

POSITION TITLE: Supply Clerk (Fuel and Water Attendant), PSA-03*; FP-BB*

OPENING DATE: May 15, 2008

CLOSING DATE: May 29, 2008

WORK HOURS: Full-time; 48 hours/week

SALARY: *Not Ordinarily Resident: US$20,401.00 p.a. (Starting salary)
(Position Grade: FP-BB to be confirmed by Washington)

Ordinarily Resident: N1, 011, 972.00 p.a. (Starting basic salary)
(Position Grade: PSA-03
*In addition to the basic salary, all allowances will be paid
in accordance with the Mission Local Compensation Plan.

NOTE: ALL ORDINARY RESIDENT APPLICANTS MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.

The U.S. Embassy in Abuja is seeking to employ a suitable and qualified candidate for position of a Supply Clerk (Fuel and Water Attendant) in the General Service Office of the Embassy.

BASIC FUNCTION OF THE POSITION:

The incumbent will dispense fuel to vehicles, diesel to residential and office generators and water to residences. He/she will also accompany Truck driver to assist in dispensing fuel and water. Incumbent must be present for all fuel deliveries (petrol and diesel). This often will require working after hours and weekends.

To obtain a copy of this announcement and the position description, please visit our Mission websites at:

http://abuja.state.gov/departments/Human%20resource.Management.htm/HR.htm.
http://nigeria.usembassy.gov/job_opportunities.html

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

NOTE: All applicants MUST address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each criterion or the application will not be considered.

1. Completion of Secondary School is required.

2. Minimum of six months experience in fuel handling is required.

3. Level I11 (Fluency) Speaking /Reading English Language is required.

4. Knowledge of one of the three major Nigerian Languages; Ibo, Hausa or Yoruba is required.

5. Good working knowledge of fuel dispensing is required.

SELECTION PROCESS:

When equally qualified, Eligible Family Members and U.S. Veterans will be given preference. Therefore it is essential that the candidate address the required qualifications above in the application.





ADDITIONAL SELECTION CRITERIA:

1. Management will consider nepotism/conflict of interest, budget, and residency status in determining successful candidacy.

2. Current employees serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply.

3. Currently employed US Citizen EFMs who hold a FMA appointment are ineligible to apply for advertised positions within the first 90 calendar days of the employment.

4. Currently employed NORs hired under a Personnel 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) work schedule.

5. Current employees who are qualified will be given preference.

6. Only successful applicants who meet with the minimum requirements will be notified.

7. The Human Resources Office will NOT accept applications or resume submitted in U.S. Government official envelopes.

8. The minimum requirements must be adequately addressed in the cover letter of your application package. Failure to do so will disqualify your application.

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested applicants for this position MUST submit the following, or the application will not be considered:

1. 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.

2. A current resume or curriculum vitae, listing all job responsibilities and provides the same information as an OF-612; plus

3. Candidates who claim U.S. Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form DD-214 with their application.

4. Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards, copies of degrees earned) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.

5. Please indicate position title and vacancy announcement number on the top right corner of the envelope and also on the subject line of the application letter




SUBMIT APPLICATION TO:

Embassy of the United States of America
Human Resources Office
Plot 1075 Diplomatic Drive
Central District Area
Abuja

POINT OF CONTACT:

Tel: 09-461-4000 ext. 4150
Fax: 09-461-4036

DEFINITIONS:

1. AEFM: A type of EFM that is eligible for direct hire employment on either a Family
Member Appointment (FMA) or Temporary Appointment (TEMP) provided s/he
meets all of the following criteria:

--U.S. citizen;

--Spouse or dependent who is at least age 18;

--Listed on the travel orders of a Foreign or Civil Service or uniformed service member permanently assigned to or stationed at a US Foreign Service post or establishment abroad with a USG agency that is under COM authority;

--Is resident at the sponsoring employee’s or uniform service member’s post of assignment abroad, approved safe haven abroad, or alternate safe haven abroad; and

--Does not receive a USG annuity or pension based on a career in the US Civil, Foreign, or uniform services.

2. EFM: Family Members at least age 18 listed on the travel orders of a Foreign of Civil Service or uniformed service member permanently assigned to or stationed to a US Foreign Service post or establishment abroad with a US agency that is under COM authority who do not meet the definition of AEFM above.
3. Member of Household: A MOH is a person who: 1) Has accompanied, but is not/not on the travel orders of a U.S. citizen Foreign or Civil Service employee or uniform service member permanently assigned to or stationed at a U.S. Foreign service post or establishment abroad; 2) Has been declared by the sponsoring employee to the Chief of Mission as part of his/her household; and 3) Resides at post with the sponsoring employee.
4. Ordinary Resident (OR): A citizen of the host country or a citizen of another country who has shifted the main residency focus to the host country and has the required work and/or residency permit for employment in country.
5. Not-Ordinarily Resident (NOR): Typically NORs are AEFMs and EFMs of FS, GS, and uniform service members who are on the travel orders and under Chief of Mission authority, or other personnel having diplomatic privileges and immunities.

CLOSING DATE FOR THIS POSITION IS: May 29, 2008

An Equal Opportunity Employer

The U.S. Mission in Nigeria provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation. The Department of State also strives to achieve equal employment opportunity in all personnel operations through continuing diversity enhancement programs.

The EEO complaint procedure is not available to individuals who believe they have been denied equal opportunity based upon marital status or political affiliation. Individuals with such complaints should avail themselves of the appropriate grievance procedures, remedies for prohibited personnel practices, and/or courts for relief.

Approved:HRO:ABrown
Drafted:HR:IMAnene:ca
Cleared:GSO:APrattipati
Cleared:FMO:KDoyle



There's a saying that says( One good turn deserves another). I got my job from nairaland, and i must publish this on the site. Presently, am working with the organization and my assistant is needed. For further enquiries call Emma on 07055834920.

Ladapo, You said u work within the embassy compound, please can we exchange our phone numbers for familarity as soon as i get to Abuja.

My name is Emmanuel, 08032657920. Hoping to hear from you soonest.

I would not fail to express my unalloyed gratitute and happiness to the entire household of nairaland, particularly the person that pasted the advert from the US embassy in ABJ for the position of a fuel and water attendant.

I saw the advert on 7-9-07 while it was opened on 5-9-07 and closed on 18-9-07 and i applied on 11-09-07. Though i applied reluctantly, and behold i was called for for an interview in their office in Abuja and the interview held on 24-10-07.

Furthermore, i left Abuja on 25-10-07 for Enugu and got to my house @ 2.00pm and @ exactly 3.30pm that same day, i had a call from the human resourses office congratulating me that i was succesfull for the interview and that i have been scheduled for pre-employment medical examination which i had on 30-10-07.

Subsequently, i was also invited again for a security interview which was held on 8- 11-07. Nevertheless, i was told that my continued employment with them would be contigent upon the outcome of the medical and security clearances.

Considering the stresses and strain i undergone, i was finally called on 6-12-07 that i was succesful and should resume office immediately.

I would like to sincerely thank you all for your individual and collective efforts in this forum. And i also thank God who saw me through all my trips. May all glory ,majesty and adoration be His in Jesus name Amen.

If you are a graduate and have not gotten a job, i would advice you to embrace psalm 40 VS 1-5. For that God that saw me through will surely see everyone in this house 2ru @ His appointed time, just be patient.

Some may say why would a graduate with HND upper credit in Mech.Engr. take a job as a fuel and water attendant. But plz consider these,
1. Job security 2. No nepotism 3. No threat 4. Job immunity 5. 48 hours per a week starting 7.30am - 4.30pm Mondays 2ru Thursdays and 7.30 am - 1.30 pm on fridays, and finally 6. Starting basic allowance 83,000 naira per month.

God bless you as you rejoice with me.

The interview with the US Embassy was an outstanding one unlike nigeria thing like favouritism and nepotism.
just tell me about urself and why did u leave ur last job and also questions relating to the position applied for.