Local Guard Coordinator - American Embassy

Local Guard Coordinator

ALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT (OR) APPLICANTS MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.

The US Embassy is seeking an individual for the position of Local Guard Coordinator in the Regional Security Office (RSO).

BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION

Incumbent is responsible for the first -line management and supervision of the local guard contract. As directed by the Regional Security Officer (RSO) and Defense Security Coordinator (DSC), the Local Guard Coordinator (LGC) is responsible for development of the Local Guard (LG) components of the facility defense and reaction plans for the following facilities; NEC, CDC, Peace Corps, Mission Residences and the off-site warehouse; for daily management and oversight of the guard personnel and resources; for assisting in coordinating security planning and execution of drills with facility and residential security personnel; assisting with the development of security logistics and financial planning; assisting the RSO and DSC with guard contract administration; contractor monitoring and performance oversight; and for providing and/or monitoring the local guard training program.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Daily oversight of guard performance and supervision of guards including oversight of contractor's obligations to adhere to contract goals and performance standards and recommending deductions when deficiencies occur.

40%



Maintain contact with guard management for oversight of contract including ensuring all personnel are accounted for and in their designated posts at the appropriate times, and ensuring accurate and timely reporting and documentation associated with the contract.

30%



Provide management advice to RSO and DSC regarding guard positions, requirements for guards at various locations and possible improvements in process or operations.

10%



Recommend updates to the contract to ensure accurate representation.

10%



Coordination with FSNI to maintain mid-level contacts with host nation security forces to ensure prompt response of host nation security forces in the event of an emergency.

5%



Attend professional meetings and review relevant published materials.

5%



QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.

  1. Education: Diploma in Business Management or related field is required.



  2. Prior experience: Minimum seven years of progressively responsible experience in the commercial security guard business, civilian or government police, or military is required.



  3. Language proficiency: Level III in English (good working knowledge) and Level IV (fluent) in Kiswahili (writing, reading and speaking) is required.



  4. Knowledge: A strong knowledge in physical protection, standard security practices and procedures, developing security plans, and good working knowledge of standard security equipment as it pertains to residential security. Contract management, budget formulation and tracking, and a thorough knowledge of host-country operational environment, language, law and security entities, and historic criminal and terrorist threats and operational tendencies are required.



  5. Skills and Abilities: The work requires keen analytical abilities, originality of ideas, creative solutions, and the exercise of sound, independent judgment, must be able to make independent judgments on institutional capabilities and the adequacy of security systems and controls. Writing skills encompass critical analysis of defensive operations, the preparation of complex reports and plans, preparing written justification statements for the residential security program budgets, drafting requests for work order requests or services and answering and preparing guidance about program performance, funding, or other issues. Must be able to collect and present facts and recommendations in a clear, concise manner. Computer skills are required.

SELECTION PROCESS

When fully qualified, US Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs) and US Veterans are given preference. Therefore, it is essential that the candidate specifically 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.

TO APPLY

Interested candidates for this position must submit the following for consideration of the application:

  1. Universal Application for Employment as a Locally Employed Staff or Family Member (DS-174); or


  2. A combination of both; i.e. Sections 1 -24 of the UAE along with a listing of the applicant’s work experience attached as a separate sheet; or


  3. A current resume or curriculum vitae that provides the same information found on the UAE (see section 3A below for more information); plus


  4. Candidates who claim US Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form DD-214 with their application. Candidates who claim conditional US Veterans preference must submit documentation confirming eligibility for a conditional preference in hiring with their application.


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

If an applicant is submitting a resume or curriculum vitae, s/he must provide the following information equal to what is found on the UAE.

Failure to do so will result in an incomplete application.

  1. Position Title

  2. Position Grade

  3. Vacancy Announcement Number (if known)

  4. Dates Available for Work

  5. First, Middle, & Last Names as well as any other names used

  6. Date and Place of Birth

  7. Current Address, Day, Evening, and Cell phone numbers

  8. U.S. Citizenship Status (Yes or No) & status of permanent U.S. Resident (Yes or No; if yes, provide number)

  9. U.S. Social Security Number and/or Identification Number

  10. Eligibility to work in the country (Yes or No)

  11. Special Accommodations the Mission needs to provide

  12. If applying for position that includes driving a U.S. Government vehicle, Driver’s License Class / Type

  13. Days available to work

  14. List any relatives or members of your household that work for the U.S. Government (include their Name, Relationship, & Agency, Position, Location)

  15. U.S. Eligible Family Member and Veterans Hiring Preference

  16. Education

  17. License, Skills, Training, Membership, & Recognition

  18. Language Skills

  19. Work Experience

  20. References


SUBMIT APPLICATION TO

American Embassy
Human Resources Office
P.O. Box 9123
Dar es Salaam

POINT OF CONTACT

Telephone: 2294000, Ext: 4137/4148/4233/4024
Fax: 2294726 or 2294970

The US Mission in Tanzania 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.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

CLOSING DATE OF THE POSITION: TBA

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