U.S. Embassy, Kigali Surveillance Detection Coordinator

Position: Surveillance Detection Coordinator   
Location:  U.S. Embassy, Kigali
Closing Date: February 07, 2013
Work Hours: 40 hours per week
Salary: *Ordinarily Resident (OR)
Basic Annual Salary RWF 5,069,802 to 8,618,659 (FSN-6, steps 1 to 14)

*Not-Ordinary Resident (NOR): USD 35,753 to 52,504 (FP-8, steps 1 to 14) - Final step to be Determined by Washington
NOTE: ALL ORDINARY RESIDENT APPLICANTS MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION. APPLICANTS NOT CONTACTED WITHIN 30 DAYS SHOULD CONSIDER THEIR APPLICATION UNSUCCESSFUL. APPLICANTS INTERVIEWED WILL BE ADVISED OF THE RESULTS OF THE INTERVIEW.                                       
The Embassy of the United States of America in Kigali is recruiting for the position of Surveillance Detection Coordinator.  
BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION
Supervises and coordinates all aspects of the Surveillance Detection Program at post as directed by the Regional Security Officer (RSO) and Assistant Regional Security Officer (ARSO). Assists the Foreign Service National Investigator (FSNI), ARSO and RSO in incorporating comprehensive surveillance detection and awareness as essential functions of the integrated security plan. Coordinates the participation, harmonization, and training of post resources (e.g., Local Guard Force, Embassy drivers, Locally Employed Staff, National Police and Defense Force personnel) and the Surveillance Detection (SD) team. Directs the operational planning, deployment, management and support of the SD team - to include daily mission planning, long-term operational analysis, incident reporting and evaluation, SIMAS, training, administrative and logistical support, and budgeting. 
A copy of the complete position description listing all duties and responsibilities is available at the Human Resources Office.
QUALIFICATIONS
All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.

1. Completion of secondary school required.

2. At least two years of military, police, or private security experience and at least one year of supervisory experience required

3. Minimum of Level-3 (good working knowledge) written and spoken English language skills                    are required. Fluent (level 4) written and spoken Kinyarwanda is required.

4. Incumbent must have the ability to establish and maintain extensive contacts with all levels of government, military and police officials, and the ability to deal effectively with these contacts.  Must be able to report information timely and accurately, either in written or oral form. Position requires a working knowledge of security surveillance techniques, and a thorough knowledge of basic management and leadership principles and practices. Knowledge of host country law enforcement organizations, responsibilities and capabilities is required. 5. Demonstrated ability to manage and coordinate the work of others in a team setting and a hierarchical organizational environment is required. Demonstrated leadership capability is required. Demonstrated program management skills and proven organizational ability is required. Ability to operate and utilize a computer with Microsoft Office Suite and a digital camera are essential. Must possess a driver's license valid for use in the host nation and be able to obtain a motorcycle driver’s license valid for use in the host nation within 6 months.  * Tests will be administered to verify all required qualifications prior to interviews.

SELECTION PROCESS
When equally qualified, US Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs) and U.S. Veterans will be given preference. Therefore, it is essential that in the application the candidate fully address the required qualifications above.
ADDITIONAL SELECTION CRITERIA
1. Management will consider nepotism/conflict of interest, budget, and residency status in determining successful candidacy.
2. Current employees serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply.
3. Currently employed US Citizens EFMs who hold a FMA appointment are ineligible to apply for advertised positions within the first 90 calendar days of their employment.
4. Currently employed NORs hired under a Personal Services Agreement (PSA) are ineligible to apply for advertised positions within the 90 calendar days of their employment, unless currently hired into a position with a When Actually Employed (WAE) work schedule.
TO APPLY
Interested candidates for this position must submit the following for consideration of the application:
1. Universal Application for Employment (UAE) as a Locally Employed Staff or Family Member (DS-174); or
2. A current resume or curriculum vitae that provides the same information found on the UAE (see Appendix B); or
3. 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; plus
4.  Candidates who claim U.S. Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form DD-214 with their application.  Candidates who claim conditional U.S. 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.

SUBMIT APPLICATION BY HAND TO:
Human Resources Office     
American Embassy
HR Office
2657 Avenue de la Gendarmerie
Kigali, Rwanda                                                           
B.P. 28 Kigali 

OR BY EMAIL TO:
KigaliHRRecruitment@state.gov
(Please include in the subject line): Surveillance Detection Coordinator
Point of Contact
Léandre Niyonsenga, HRA, Ext.: 2807
Tel: +250- 596400. 
CLOSING DATE FOR THIS POSITION FEBRUARY 07, 2013