About the Company
The Royal Danish Embassy in Abuja is part of the Danish Foreign Service, covering Nigeria and accredited countries including Cameroon, Equatorial Guinea, Central African Republic, Republic of Congo, and Gabon. The Embassy operates in a high-paced, dynamic environment with a mix of staff posted from the Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs and locally recruited professionals.
Job Description
The Embassy of Denmark in Abuja is seeking a Visa and Consular Officer to join its Visa/Consular team. The role involves processing visa applications for Denmark, the Faroe Islands, and Greenland, providing consular services to Danish and qualifying nationals, and ensuring high-quality customer service in a professional environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Receive and verify visa applications and attached documents.
- Process and register applications electronically.
- Conduct interviews with applicants (primarily in English).
- Liaise with the Denmark Visa Application Centre (VFS Global), Danish Immigration Service, and other foreign companies.
- Respond to inquiries regarding visas, residence, and work permits.
- Handle Danish passport applications, take biometrics, and update the passport registry.
- Provide consular assistance to Danish and other qualifying nationals.
- Participate in the daily operations of the Visa/Consular section.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Relevant higher education.
- Excellent command of English (spoken and written).
- Knowledge of French is an advantage.
- Prior experience in visa and consular work is preferred.
- High integrity, sound judgment, and attention to detail.
- Strong organizational skills and flexibility.
- Ability to multitask and perform under pressure.
- Excellent IT proficiency.
- Must possess valid residence and work permit in Nigeria.
- Team player with good interpersonal skills and a sense of humor.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send the following in English to abvamb@um.dk with the subject:
- “Application – Visa and Consular Officer – [Full Name] – [Nationality]”
- Cover letter
- CV
- Proof of relevant education
- Recommendations
- 2–3 references
Note: Only applications received in the requested format and before the deadline will be considered. Selected candidates must provide a “No Criminal Record” certificate and pass Danish security clearance prior to employment.