View Vacancy - Assistant Post Security Manager and Police Liaison Officer
The Security Section in the British Embassy in Amman is seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual for the position of Assistant Post Security Manager and Police Liaison Officer, Grade – A2 (L).
Purpose of the job:
Responsible to the Embassy Post Security Manager (PSM) for the day to day supervision of the physical security arrangements at the Embassy and all UK based staff accommodation. Also to overview and monitor radio and residential panic alarm system and overview SMS and WhatsApp emergency communication systems. As required to act as translator for agreed Embassy staff and official visitors with Jordanian authorities.
Main Responsibilities:
• Overview day to day management of the guard contract service to the Embassy ensuring the contractor is able to perform agreed contract criteria reporting any anomalies to the Post Security Manager (PSM), UK based Overseas Security Manager (OSM) and/or Post Security Officer (PSO) in this case the Deputy Head of Mission.
• Liaison with the Jordanian authorities as required at all levels in order to maintain a high standard of co-operation and effective networking as is tasked by OSM and PSM.
• Ensuring security contractor is fulfilling agreed incident response to UK based staff and families when required.
• Ensuring UK Based residential VHF radio systems, panic alarms and overview SMS and WhatsApp emergency systems to ensure details are up to date and systems serviceable including regular testing.
• Act as translator with Jordanian police and linked civil authorities as instructed by PSM and OSM for agreed UK based staff and official visitors as is required.
Key Competencies and Required Skills:
• Delivering at Pace - Effectiveness in this area means focusing on delivering timely performance with energy and taking responsibility and accountability for quality outcomes. For all staff, it’s about working to agreed goals and activities and dealing with challenges in a responsive and constructive way.
• Demonstrating Resilience - This is about helping our people to build resilience in international roles, supporting their ability to adapt to working in difficult and varied international environments and to bounce back from crises and setbacks in these contexts.
• Delivering Value for Money - Delivering value for money involves the efficient, effective and economic use of taxpayers’ money in the delivery of public services.
• Managing a Quality Service - Effectiveness in this area is about being organised to deliver service objectives and striving to improve the quality of service, taking account of diverse customer needs and requirements.
• Collaborating and Partnering - People skilled in this area create and maintain positive, professional and trusting working relationships with a wide range of people within and outside the Civil Service to help get business done.
• Making Effective Decisions - Effectiveness in this area is about being objective; using sound judgment, evidence and knowledge to provide accurate, expert and professional advice.
Essential:
• Fluent oral and written English and Arabic
• Educated to Degree level
• Excellent team player
• Proven management skills in the security field
• Proven Liaison skills with experience of working with Jordanian police and/or military
• Literacy in Microsoft Office packages.
Desirable:
• 5 years experience in a similar field for example working with contract security firms, Embassies, police, civil defence and/or military.
Working Hours and Remuneration:
The position is full-time, at 37 hours a week with considerations of flexibility depending on circumstances.
Pay is on the Embassy A2 (L) scale, starting at JOD 1075 per month depending on the candidate’s skills and experience. The package includes a good level of health insurance and a friendly, English-speaking work environment. We offer opportunities to develop professional skills through our Learning & Development offer. Leave entitlement is 21 days plus 14 public holidays.
Eligibility:
If you are selected for this position, we will be able to employ you as long as you:
• Receive the appropriate level of standard security clearance;
• All applicants should have (or be willing to obtain) the right to live and work in Jordan.
To Apply:
Interested candidates must attach the following documents when applying online.
1. A covering letter.
2. An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
** (Your application must include examples of when you have demonstrated the competencies outlined above in the cover letter or motivation section in the application form. Applications that do not include this information will be rejected).
The closing date for applications is 31 July 2017.
Applications received after the stated deadline will not be considered.
Due to the large amount of applications we receive only those shortlisted for assessment will be contacted.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo security vetting procedures. Any offer of employment will be subject to the candidate achieving suitable clearances.
Staff recruited locally by the British Embassy are subject to terms and conditions of service according to local labour law.
The British Embassy Amman is an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to inclusivity, a diverse workforce and valuing difference.
This opportunity is closed to applications.
