The British High Commission (BHC) Accra has a vacancy from 1st October 2012 for an LE3 Deputy Security Officer. While taking a strategic overview and planning ahead to ensure security operations are well organized, the officer must also pay attention to details as well as deliver a standard of service that meets the High Commission’s expectations.
The job-holder will report to the Security Officer.
Responsibilities
The main elements of the job include:
Working with the Security officer in the management of the man guarding contract
Assisting in the implementation of security procedures and maintenance of standards throughout the estate
Being point of contact for all staff on security related issues
Maintaining existing technical security elements throughout the mission
Liaising with local law enforcement and government contacts
Providing leave cover for PSM
Line management responsibilities for 10 internal security personnel
Qualification and Requirements
The skills/attributes of the successful applicant will include
Strong organisational skills, including time management, demonstrating personal drive and enthusiasm.
Prioritising in a fast-paced work environment, working largely unsupervised and delivering to deadlines; ability to deliver alone, as part of a team, and through teams
Communicating and influencing skills, with a strong customer focus, adopting different styles as necessary.
Ability to engage with clients and colleagues at all levels.
The successful applicant is likely to have one or more of
Office and staff management experience.
Fluency in English, orally and in writing.
Fluency in one Ghanaian language
Working knowledge of French
IT skills using Microsoft software.
Be on call 24/7
Minimum 5 years security related experience.
The successful applicant will need to:
Observe the Foreign and Commonwealth Office’s diversity and equality policies
Application Details
The appointment will be offered initially on a 1 year contract, and subject to the satisfactory completion of a probationary period. Thereafter, the appointment will be renewed for periods of 3 years, subject to satisfactory performance, by mutual agreement.
Specific training and mentoring for the role will be provided for the successful candidate.
Candidates should send their CV and cover letter for the attention of
HR Manager
British High Commission
Osu Link, off Gamel Abdul Nasser Avenue
PO Box 296, Accra
with the envelope clearly marked LE3 DSO.
Compensation: The monthly starting gross salary for LE3 positions in the BHC is GHc1, 206.