British High Commission Security Manager Jobs in Accra - Ghana
British High Commission Security Manager Jobs in Accra - Ghana
Job Category Foreign and Commonwealth Office (Operations and Corporate Services)
Job Subcategory
Security
Main purpose of job:
To lead day-to-day management of security for the British High Commission (BHC) in Accra, supporting the Regional Overseas Security Manager in (Lagos) and the Post Security Officer (the Deputy High Commissioner) in maintaining a proactive and highly secure environment in which staff and families feel safe.
Roles and responsibilities:
Main Duties Include
Managing relationship between Contract Security Company and British High Commission
Managing monthly Key Point Indicator Targets with the security contractor
Direct and close relations with Authorities, in particular Mobile Police, Anti-Terrorist Police and Army
Direct and close relations with International Partners, including the US, UN, European, and Australian Missions.
Assisting the ROSM with staff security clearances
Managing the Operations Room and its Operational Staff including responsibility for all personal operational equipment e.g. Radios, Panic Alarms, Tracking Devices and Satelite Telephones
Conducting regular security drills for staff in a variety of locations
Conduction security briefings for new and existing staff
Daily liaison with the ROSM on a variety of differing security issues, brainstorming solutions
Proactivley planning Security Meetings, and leading the understanding of security at Post.
Overseeing new security contract, and major security-related projects at Post.
Other Duties Include
A small amount of Protocol work related to the Security Function
Prepare reports on matters of security interest and informing Security Estates Department
Provide general advice on physical and procedure security
Oversee the maintenance of security equipment such as barriers, rising blockers, detectors, fences, gates and etc.
Conduct periodic patrols and security checks outside normal working hours
Conduct periodical physical security checks of residences, including surveys before purchase or leasing
Provide advice to DFID and the British Council on security measures
Create good working networks with other Diplomatic Missions
Assist with visits by Overseas Security Advisers
Maintain the record of security locks and keys
Report and record breaches of security
Be an effective leader during any crisis or period of heightened tensions.
Resources managed (staff and expenditure):
Operations Staff x 1 deputy Post Security Manager and x5 supervisors; External Security Contract, 1 x Contract Manager, Shift managers, and over 80 guards), Contract value c £1m pa.
Essential qualifications, skills and experience
Excellent Interpersonal and Communication Skills.
Ability to interact equally confidently with senior post management and Ghanaian Security Authorities, as well as with different genders, or different religions or beliefs.
Security Sector Competence Skills at a Management Level.
Excellent experience within the security sector.
Good educational background
Excellent Time Management Skills, Computer Literate and able to use Windows based software.
Have a flexible outlook to the working day.
Minimum of 5 years relevant experience
Demonstrable networking skills with friendly diplomatic missions in order to enable the receipt/sharing of mutually beneficial information e.g. to support travel advice planning.
Desirable qualifications, skills and experience
Preference for someone
who has a qualification in security at management level. Experience in managing a security contract or security force.
Demonstrable experience of at least some of the following: formally investigating and reporting on security incidents; proposing post incident risk mitigation recommendations and advice, in writing;
reviewing/drafting risk assessments with recommendations; designing operational plans and procedures;
low level analysis and reporting on trends in the threats from crime, terrorism and civil disorder; conducting and reporting on marker hotel security reviews;
conducting first drafts of any reviews to post security recommendations; delivering travel and general security briefings; delivering training to Post staff members e.g. on travel security planning, use of risk assessments and personal security advice; and, acting as the custodian of some mission security processes in the PSO’s absence.
General knowledge (not expertise) of the following would be desirable: the ability to demonstrate the provision of advice on whether e.g. Accra and the Residence’s physical security postures are proportionate to mitigate known threats and risks;
the proposal of risk reduction recommendations; and, demonstration of a general/users understanding of technical security infrastructure and apparatus e.g. CCTV and general surveillance/monitoring equipment, intruder detection and access control devices; and, scanning, screening and detection technologies.
Required competencies
Making Effective Decisions, Leading and Communicating, Building Capability for All, Managing a Quality Service
Other benefits and conditions of employment
Learning and development opportunities:
There will be on-the-job training initially on the High Commission’s operating systems, support from the network and access to the High Commission’s excellent online training, available to all staff.
We offer a good L&D environment and encourage staff to develop their skills and expertise. Job shadowing etc is actively encouraged.
Full range of FCO Courses available
Sector Specific Courses relevant to employment
Conference with other PSM’s in the region
Local Conference with other PSM’s in immediate vacinity
Working patterns:
Normal working patterns 07.00 to 15.30 Monday to Thursday, 07.00hrs to 13.00hrs on Fridays, 30 minutes for lunch.
Flexitime is available, some late evening and weekend visits to sites may be required, call out is a possibility compensated with TOIL.
Additional information
We are looking for a candidate who is a security professional, knows the industry, understands the importance of protection of people and property.
Someone who can communicate at several different levels, can foster and build relationships with high ranking members of the authorities.
As a Diplomatic mission the candidate may be expected to be the first point of contact when receiving VIP guests.
The candidate will be required to assist in the development of those managed.
Present and communicate security information and policy to UK Staff, their Partners, Local Staff and Contractors.
The candidate will also be expected to integrate into the workings of a diplomatic environment.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply online by 3 January 2019
For more information and job application details, see; British High Commission Security Manager Jobs in Accra - Ghana
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