Hiring Organization: ContinuityGS
Job Location: : U.S. Embassy - Harare, Zimbabwe
On-site
Job Location: : U.S. Embassy - Harare, Zimbabwe
On-site
Full-time
About the job
Project Manager (Security Operations)
The U.S. Embassy is seeking a qualified and experienced Project Manager (PM) to lead and manage the local guard force program. The ideal candidate will have a proven background in security operations, exceptional leadership skills, and the ability to thrive in high-pressure environments.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide daily oversight and proactive program management of the local guard force.
Serve as the primary liaison with the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) on contract performance and security posture.
Analyze regional and local security threats and implement effective countermeasures.
Maintain up-to-date and accurate data in the myLGP system.
Conduct quarterly visits to all covered U.S. Mission locations.
Ensure full compliance with contract requirements, quality control standards, and contingency plans.
Be available 24/7 and respond in-person within one hour when requested by the COR or GTM.
Requirements
Required Skills:
Other Requirements:
Must be a citizen of Zimbabwe or a third-country national with a valid work visa.
Must reside in Harare.
Must be accessible at all times and dedicated full-time to this role
About the job
Project Manager (Security Operations)
The U.S. Embassy is seeking a qualified and experienced Project Manager (PM) to lead and manage the local guard force program. The ideal candidate will have a proven background in security operations, exceptional leadership skills, and the ability to thrive in high-pressure environments.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide daily oversight and proactive program management of the local guard force.
Serve as the primary liaison with the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) on contract performance and security posture.
Analyze regional and local security threats and implement effective countermeasures.
Maintain up-to-date and accurate data in the myLGP system.
Conduct quarterly visits to all covered U.S. Mission locations.
Ensure full compliance with contract requirements, quality control standards, and contingency plans.
Be available 24/7 and respond in-person within one hour when requested by the COR or GTM.
Requirements
Completion of secondary education, polytechnic school, National Diploma, or Associate degree.
Minimum 5 years of supervisory or command-level experience in police, military, security, or local guard force management.
At least 5 years of experience in Zimbabwe or region.
Strong understanding of overseas security environments and U.S. Mission-related threats.
Proficiency in English and local language at S4/R4 level.
Advanced computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office).
Experience with all levels of communication and team/project management.
Required Skills:
Deep expertise in physical security and access control.
Operational knowledge of guard force units and response protocols.
Effective use of communications and radio procedures.
Strong planning, risk assessment, and resource management abilities.
Oversight of quality control and contract compliance.
Valid host-country driver's license.
Firearms certification (as required by local law and contract).
Other Requirements:
Must be a citizen of Zimbabwe or a third-country national with a valid work visa.
Must reside in Harare.
Must be accessible at all times and dedicated full-time to this role