View Vacancy - Post Security Manager EO (08/22 KSH)

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Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Operations and Corporate Services)
Security

Main purpose of job:

The jobholder will work in an operationally vital role as an integral part of a small, highly efficient Network Corporate Service team in a demanding, important and enjoyable role. The role will be based in the British Embassy Office in Goma as part of the DRC network and will mainly involve expeditionary field trips to assess the security situations primarily in Eastern DRC as well as the broader country, building and maintaining professional relationships with security organisations and personnel from multiple International Non-Governmental Organisations, Aid Agencies, Government Authorities and United Nations Agencies. Another vital part of this position is to support the Regional Overseas Security Manager (ROSM), who is based in Kinshasa, on regional field visits and vital administrative tasks. You will be joining a dynamic security environment where Learning and Development is at the centre of the vision. 

He/she will need to deliver in a demanding, important and ultimately rewarding position. The role is varied and provides opportunities to support visits to the network, with some travel opportunities. The role will need an effective communicator, who can work closely across the DRC network with the security team.    


Roles and responsibilities:

Security

Work closely with our Goma based G4S Security Team including a Gurkha Security Manager.

Work closely with senior management to establish and maintain a culture of security awareness within the Goma office and British Embassy Kinshasa.

Conduct field visits to areas where HMG programmes operate across DRC.

Close liaison with security professionals and organisations across DRC.

Complete factual visit reports on the security situation on areas visited.

Establish and maintain a robust security contact portfolio.

Assist with visits as detailed by the ROSM.

Assist ROSM with the security clearance process for Country Based Staff in Kinshasa and Goma.

Prepare monthly briefings on security; in particular serious security incidents and crime statistics, and report to ROSM.

Build and maintain a network of contacts across Goma, North Kivu, Ituri, South Kivu and Tanganyika; including police, fire, civil contingency INGO, UN and commercial contacts.

Supervise the operation and testing of the local emergency radio network(s) where applicable.

Attend functions and build key relationships with other Diplomatic Missions, particularly the 5 Eyes community.

 In collaboration with the Gurkha Security Supervisor, conduct emergency response drills, including intruder and emergency response exercises.

Travel to Kinshasa on a regular basis to be determined

As this is a new and specialist position, the job description may evolve over time and responsibilities may be expanded.

Resources managed:

None although close collaboration with contracted Gurkhas Security Supervisor and local Guard team is required.


·       Proven security background; International Organization or INGO

·       Local Knowledge of Eastern DRC.

·       Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and French;

·       Excellent knowledge in the use of Microsoft tools.

·       The right to live and work in DRC.


Experience/knowledge of Health & Safety work practices

International Passport

Knowledge of Lingala and Swahili



Changing and Improving, Making Effective Decisions, Managing a Quality Service, Delivering at Pace, Leadership, Communicating and Influencing
16 December 2022
Executive Officer (EO)
Permanent
Africa
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Goma
British Embassy
USD 1,586.91 plus Housing Allowance - 30% of Monthly (Basic) paid 12 times per year and Transport Allowance: USD 189.95 paid 12 times per year
1 February 2022

Learning and development opportunities:

  • Job shadowing / swaps.
  • International HMG Security Conferences.
  • Online Security Courses.
  • Language learning opportunities.

Working patterns:

The FCDO in DRC supports and promotes flexible working as a crucial part of our inclusive offering. This role allows for flexibility in start and end times and working compressed hours where possible, subject to agreement with management.  However, the nature of the role will occasionally necessitate the PSM working outside of normal working hours, with short notice and also working away from post for periods of time. Internal Air, Boat and Road Travel will be required as well as some International Travel.

Any other information:

  • No accommodation or relocation expenses are payable in connection with this position. This is a locally engaged position subject to local laws and terms.
  • Employment offers are subject to successful clearance of pre-employment checks and obtaining a security clearance.    
  • Please complete the application form in full as the information provided is used during screening.  
  • Please check your application carefully before you submit, as no changes can be made once submitted. 
  • The British Embassy will never request any payment or fees to apply for a position. 
  • Employees recruited locally by the British Embassy in Goma are subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local employment law in Democratic Republic of Congo. 
  • All candidates must be legally able to work and reside in the country of the vacancy with the correct visa/work permit status or demonstrate eligibility to obtain the relevant permit.  
  • The British Embassy does not sponsor visas/work permits except where it may be local practice to do so.  
  • Employees who are not liable to pay local income tax on their Mission salary may have their salaries reduced by the equivalent local income tax amount.   
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  • Reference checking and security clearances will be conducted on successful candidates.
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