Aug 29, 2018

Security Guard

Employer: British Embassy
Location: Kosovo 


Job Description (Roles and Responsibilities)

The British Embassy in Kosovo is part of a world-wide network, representing British political, economic and consular interests overseas and is now looking for a Security Guard based in Pristina.

The selected candidate will be responsible for maintaining security at the Embassy and the Ambassador’s Residence as appropriate to shift pattern and location, in accordance with Security Guard instructions.


Main Duties / Responsibilities
Ensure the safety and security of the Ambassador’s Residence (and other locations as needed) and all visitors by following the Security Operating Procedures (SOPs) and FCO Guidance on Security issues and by being vigilant at all times;
Record, screen and check all visitors in a professional courteous service;
Report incidents, visitors and vehicles entering the Embassy/Residence in a timely and accurate manner;
Ensure visitors to the Consular Section are welcomed and directed politely and efficiently through all necessary security checks;
Provide security of events taking place in the Embassy/Residence;
Check all warning indicators, initiate X-Rays and check termination as door is opened, check for damage or loose panels and inspect for abnormal image.
Essential qualifications, skills and experience

High School's degree minimum;
A minimum of 2 years of proven experience in related field;
Ability to understand instructions given in English, both orally and in writing;
Proficient in Albanian, both oral and written;
Positive and engaging verbal and written communication skills, based on principles of honesty and integrity;
Ability to deal with visitors and members of the public politely and fairly;
Ability to navigate a complex organisational environment and build a thorough understanding of the Embassy’s aims and objectives;
Ability to analyse problems and come up with workable solutions;
Basic IT skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint).

Required competencies
Collaborating and Partnering, Managing a Quality Service, Delivering at Pace, Demonstrating Resilience
Application deadline
9 September 2018
Grade
S2
Type of Position
Full-time, Fixed term, with possibility of renewal
Working hours per week
36
Region
Europe, Eastern Europe & Central Asia
Country/Territory
Kosovo
Location (City)
Pristina
Type of Post
British Embassy
Number of vacancies
1
Starting monthly salary (EUR)
704.90
Start Date
1 October 2018
Other benefits and conditions of employment


This is a fixed-term contract of 1 year with the possibility of renewal.

This is a full-time position (36 hour net per week), requiring 12 hrs shift working including weekends and public holidays, as the British Residence gatehouse needs to be manned 24/7. Weekly working hours will be scheduled by the Employer.



The monthly gross salary is € 704.90 and will be paid at a local S2 level.

The successful candidate will be subject to confirmation of a professional background check and security clearance, and a satisfactory completion of a probationary period of 6 months.

All applicants should have the right to live and work in Kosovo. The British Embassy does not sponsor applications for work permits.

Staff recruited locally by the British Embassy in Kosovo is subject to Terms and Conditions of Service based on local Kosovo employment law.
Additional information


Please note that the deadline for applications is 23:55 on the day mentioned in the above field “Application deadline”.

We advise you to allow enough time to complete and submit your full application, since only applications completed and submitted before the deadline will be considered.

Please be aware that the deadline for submitting applications is considered to be the time zone for the country where the vacancy has arisen.

FCO does not pay for travel related expense incurred in interviews (including Security Check) or accept any financial risk, including cancelation or reschedule costs. The FCO will not meet the costs connected with relocation if offered a position.