View Vacancy - JOA - Post Security Manager (EO)

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

The British Embassy Amman has a vacancy for Post Security Manager, job grade Executive Officer (EO). 

Main Purpose of the Job:

The jobholder will ensure the security integrity & safety of the British Embassy Amman, its staff, visitors and families, including at the Residence of His Majesty’s Ambassador (HMA). The jobholder will also be responsible for the management and containment of actual threats or incidents.  This can include, but not fully listed, dealing with difficult / abusive customers, intruders, bomb threats, UAV sightings.

The jobholder will assist the UK based Country Security Advisor (CSA) in actioning and implementation of effective security strategies and protocols to protect against physical threats, espionage, theft and other security risks. The jobholder will manage the locally contracted guard force, ensuring operational key performance indicators (KPIs) are met, as laid down by the contract. The jobholder will also manage the Security Administration Assistant and have custody of and responsible for issuing of radios, sat phones and PPE. The jobholder will undertake recce’s of accommodation, hotels and work visits outside of Amman.

The jobholder will be the main point of liaison with local Jordanian security authorities, hotels and external bodies. The jobholder will also conduct security vetting of visitors, potential staff and contractors, and will provide security briefs.

Roles and responsibilities 

  • Responsible for ensuring the safety and security of all staff, visitors & families whilst in the Embassy, HMA Residence, Amman and Jordan wide.
  • Providing first rate professional and up to date security advice to all staff regarding the management and investigation of operational incidents. Providing appropriate response to any incidents or events, working with the local security authorities if required.
  • Daily interface and management of the contracted guard force, ensuring service delivery against key performance indicators (KPI) and daily agreed schedules, drills and working hours.
  • Maintain guard awareness and monitor and manage their response to emergency procedures, including fire, bomb, and incident drills, real or otherwise.
  • Provide a professional interface with the public, e.g. visitors, deliveries and enquiries, contractors, guests for events.
  • Responsible for identifying and managing potential threats.
  • Provide extra training to security guards, e.g. screening equipment and advice to staff and spouses.
  • Oversee the Security Admin Asset Manager in maintaining all security equipment, including the radio equipment, updating the Country Security Manager (CSA) accordingly.
  • Establish, liaise and nurture contacts within the local security authorities, and associated Diplomatic / Country Based Staff (CBS) security managers of friendly missions.
  • Check all logbooks, for accountability, of the contracted G4S guards, ensuring it records all events, visitors and occurrences, both at the Embassy & Residence.
  • Be point of contact for all event security at the main British Embassy compound & Residence. To ensure all guest lists are received in sufficient time and additional resources deployed where necessary. Ensure the proportionate safety and security measures are in place, including name checkers.
  • Provide up to date security briefings for official visitors, temporary duty staff, new joiners, arriving families and contractors.
  • Be part of post’s crisis management plans and take part in crisis exercises as and when required.
  • Role of testing fire and emergency alarms weekly working with Technical Works Team to test alarms. Working with the CSA, or in his absence, conduct bi-annual drills and tests.
  • Write and translate official security communications with the MFA and other Jordanian Government institutions and agencies as necessary.
  • Security inspections of Embassy rented properties and hotels along with other nominated locations as detailed by the CSA.
  • Act as point of contact for any local security projects under the guidance of the CSA.
  • Provide support for VVIPs, RaSP (Royalty & Specialist Protection) officers for in-country visits.

Resources Managed:

  • Line management of CBS Security Administration Assistant (AA)
  • Operational requirements of locally contracted Guard Force.  
  • Procurement and replacement radios, cameras, other security equipment

The above list is not exhaustive, and the jobholder will be required to be flexible as specific responsibilities could change in the future and this would be at the discretion of the line manager/ senior management and agreed with the jobholder. The job description may be reviewed to meet changes in business needs. The jobholder may also take on other ad hoc tasks as required.

Key behaviours required:

  • Making Effective Decisions: Use evidence and knowledge to support accurate, expert decisions and advice. Carefully consider alternative options, implications and risks of decisions.
  • Seeing the bigger picture: Understand how your role fits with and supports organisational objectives. Recognise the wider Civil Service priorities and ensure work is in the national interest.
  • Delivering at Pace: Take responsibility for delivering timely and quality results with focus and drive.
  • Communicating and Influencing: Communicate purpose and direction with clarity, integrity, and enthusiasm. Respect the needs, responses, and opinions of others.

In addition, we are looking for someone who can demonstrate the Civil Service values of:

  • Integrity
  • Honesty
  • Objectivity
  • Impartiality

 

Eligibility:

If you are selected for this position, we will be able to employ you as long as:

  • You have the right to live and work in Jordan; and
  • You receive the appropriate level of security clearance.
  • Former Police, Military or background in Security management.
  • A minimum of five (5) years previous security experience.
  • A minimum of three (3) years previous experience of management.
  • Excellent organisational skills.
  • Ability to work unsupervised.
  • Be available to work evening & weekends when required.
  • Flexibility and ability to maintain professionalism under pressure.
  • Full driving licence, including experience driving 4x4 vehicles.
  • Relevant IT experience including MS Office (Word, Excel & PowerPoint).
  • Translation from English to Arabic and Arabic to English.

Language requirements: 

Language: English and Arabic
Level of language required: Fluent spoken and written with ability to translate from English to Arabic and Arabic to English.

  • A training background / experience in managing and developing staff.
  • Understanding of two-way radio communications and satellite phones.
Communicating and Influencing, Delivering at Pace, Making Effective Decisions, Seeing the Big Picture
23 July 2025
Executive Officer (EO)
Full-time, Permanent
37
Middle East & North Africa
Jordan
Amman
British Embassy
1
JOD
1,842
monthly
7 September 2025

Working hours and Remuneration:

The Embassy aims to offer an attractive working environment and remuneration package for this role, including a non-negotiable gross salary of JOD 1,842 per month based on 37 hours per week.

Salary will be paid in gross, and you are expected to comply with your tax obligations through completion of a tax return to the local authorities. If exceptionally you are not liable to pay Jordanian tax, you will receive a net salary, which is minus the deduction of an equivalent level of local tax. Further information on this will be provided at interview if necessary.

This role is for a full-time employment on a permanent contract. The successful candidate will be subject to a 90-days probationary period. The appointment is subject to satisfactory local and UK security clearances. The selected candidate must have the right to live and work in Jordan.

Normal working hours at the Embassy are Sundays to Wednesdays from 08:00-15:30 and Thursdays from 08:00-15:00. Hours of work vary for this role according to operational requirements in agreement with the line manager, and in line with FCDO and Embassy policies. The jobholder should be flexible in their approach to hours worked as these will also be dictated by operational needs and may involve working out of hours (evenings/ weekends), during visits and events.

The post holder is expected to undertake additional duties in support of Embassy requirements, including being on call 24/7 for which an additional allowance will be applicable.

This role involves travel within Jordan to attend meetings and also within the region and possibly further afield for conferences and business purposes. The successful candidate must be able to secure visas for these countries. 

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 25 days (on pro rata basis) plus 14 public holidays.

Learning and development is a key success factor when working at the British Embassy. The Embassy follows a 70-20-10 model of learning. You are expected to have a proactive approach to your own learning and your Line Manager will help you develop a personalised L&D plan and will share opportunities, resources, and guidance to ensure you have any necessary learning for the role with ability to achieve full potential. 

How to apply:

Interested candidates must include in their online application form:

1) an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV);

2) a covering letter that includes how you meet the requirements of the role; and

3) specific examples, in the relevant sections of the online application form, of how you meet the key behaviours and skills required.

Please refrain from the use of AI-based tools when completing your application. This is to ensure a fair competition for all candidates and helps maintain the integrity process. If the use of AI is identified, your application may be rejected.

Applications that do not include these this information will not be considered. 

The closing date for applications is at 23:55 Jordan local time on 23 July 2025.

Applications received after the stated deadline will not be considered.

Internal candidates (i.e., those who are currently employed by the British Embassy Amman) applying for this position should consider informing their current line manager upon submission of their application. 

Due to the large number of applications we receive, only those shortlisted for the next step of the recruitment process will be contacted.

Appointable candidates who were unsuccessful at interview may be placed on a ‘reserve list’. If during the reserve period of six (6) months the same or a largely similar role becomes available, that role may be offered to the second or subsequent candidate.

The start date mentioned in the advert is a tentative start date and the successful candidate will be required to undergo security-vetting procedures. Any offer of employment will be subject to the candidate achieving suitable clearances and reference checks.

The recruitment process, including security clearance, is expected to take around 2-3 months. The security clearance process includes checks available in country and in the UK, dependant on the security level required for the role and the candidate’s profile and UK footprint. You may experience some delay in the progress of this recruitment campaign, and we are working hard to minimise any disruption.

 

The FCDO operates an agile approach to delivery. To facilitate an agile workforce, you may be required to undertake other duties from time to time as we may reasonably require. The British Embassy Amman is an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to inclusivity, a diverse workforce and valuing difference. Staff recruited locally by the British Embassy are subject to terms and conditions of service according to local labour law.

Please be aware that you will only be able to apply to vacancies for Country Based Staff roles with the British Government through this official tal.net site (operated by Oleeo). Jobs may be advertised on third party websites, however our adverts will always link back to the official tal.net site. If you complete and send an application through any other site, we will not receive it.

This opportunity is closed to applications.