May 6, 2022

Post Security Manager, , Indonesia

Hiring Organization: British Embassy
Job Location: Jakarta Indonesia

Title: Post Security Manager, B3/EO

Job Description (Roles and Responsibilities)

Main purpose of job:
The British Embassy in Jakarta is part of a world-wide network of 270 Posts, representing British political, defence, economic, trade, and consular interests around the world. We are currently looking to recruit a Post Security Manager (PSM) to join our high performing team. The successful candidate will help the Post Security Officer (PSO – who is also Deputy Head of Mission) and the Regional Overseas Security Manager (ROSM) ensure a secure working/living environment for staff at the British Embassy Jakarta and the British Consulate In Bali.

The Post Security Manager (PSM) plays a key role in our security team. The PSM works under supervision of the ROSM, but – given the “real time” nature of security threats - needs to be confident and flexible enough to take independent decisions when necessary; and is encouraged to use his / her initiative. Additionally, the PSM must have good interpersonal and influencing skills, in order to communicate unambiguously with colleagues at all levels within the Embassy and Consulate.

We are looking for a self-starter, able to offer solutions rather than simply identify and pass on problems.

Roles and responsibilities:
Acts as deputy to the Regional Overseas Security Manager (ROSM) for security-related tasks.
Oversee day-to-day security at post, acting as first point of contact with security contractor (Securitas – who provide the guard force), conduct daily briefings and meetings, and also facilitate training for staff and guards, including induction for newcomers.
Monitor contract guards’ disposition and ensure that manning levels are maintained. Conducting regular security visits and inspections of the British Embassy in Jakarta and Consulate-General in Bali and residential properties.
Establish and maintain contacts across the security community and develop a network at other embassies and close liaison with senior local police, law enforcement, and security officers/agencies.
Ensure that the maintenance regime for all security-related equipment is followed, requesting remedial action where faults are identified. Report all security deficiencies/ weaknesses and security breaches identified to the ROSM.
Approve / amend / promulgate guard standard operating procedures for the Embassy, Consulate-General, HMA Residence, and residential properties in association with the Securitas Security Coordinator.
Brief the ROSM on security matters that may affect the secure operation of the Embassy and issue security advisory notices via email / SMS to Embassy staff and, where necessary, spouses & partners.
Assist in the coordination of security protocols during major events and VIP visits.
Provide out-of-hours assistance, as required, to staff involved in security related incidents, e.g. traffic accident, criminal activity. Be available via telephone 24/7.
Act as a member of the Crisis Security Team and provide security advice and assistance during any crisis or emergency situation.

Resources managed:
The Post Security Manager has oversight of the Securitas guard force and Local Police force. Responsible for Security budget daily spend.

Essential qualifications, skills and experience
Experience in managing a security team
A good working knowledge of investigations
Physically fit / able to travel within Indonesia
Security qualifications or experience of on-the-ground security operations
Able to write and review investigative reports, logbooks, and other security reports
Experience of coordinating and liaising with local government, local law enforcement agencies, and other security entities
Understanding of radio and other communication system and technical security systems (CCTV, alarms, etc.) will be an advantage
Fluent both oral and written Bahasa Indonesia and English
Desirable qualifications, skills and experience
Previous experience working for an Embassy either domestically or overseas.

Required behaviours
Seeing the Big Picture, Making Effective Decisions, Delivering at Pace, Leadership, Communicating and Influencing, Working Together

Application deadline: 8 May 2022

Duration of Post: 6 months

Salary Currency: IDR
Salary: 14,287,617
Start Date: 13 June 2022


The British Embassy offers a competitive remuneration package including:Annual leave entitlement of 25 days per year
Medical benefit (medical insurance)
Access to extensive learning and development opportunities

No accommodation or relocation expenses are payable in connection with this position.

Employment offers are subject to successful clearance of pre-employment checks. In relation to this, the successful candidate will need to arrange for his/her own Police Certificate. Candidate must be holding a valid Indonesia working permits.