View Vacancy - Security Liaison Officer (SLO), B3, British Embassy Kabul

About Company 

The British Government is an inclusive and diversity-friendly employer.  We value difference, promote equality and challenge discrimination, enhancing our organisational capability. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law. We promote family-friendly flexible working opportunities, where operational and security needs allow.

Job Category : Foreign and Commonwealth Office (Operations and Corporate Services)

Job Subcategory : Security

Job Description (Roles and Responsibilities)  

Main purpose of job:

This position is a dynamic and challenging role in one of the UK’s largest and most high profile embassies. The Embassy requires a Security Liaison Officer (SLO) for the Security Section with immediate effect. Afghanistan is at the forefront of UK foreign policy and you will be an integral part of the security team, responsible for maintaining liaison with a wide range of security contacts from the Afghan National Security Forces (ANSF). In addition, you will provide the security focal point for the Embassy’s large number of local staff. You will also be required to establish a wide network of security contacts within ANSF, NGOs and other organisations. You will occasionally be required to visit certain provinces.  In addition, you will provide translation and interpreter functions for other members of the security team. Key qualities we are looking for are integrity, discretion and trustworthiness. 

Roles and responsibilities / what will the jobholder be expected to achieve?:

• Establishing and maintaining liaison links with ANSF security contacts, including Chief of Kabul Police, local Police District commanders, Chief of MoI Protocol Police, Head of Presidential Security Team, local Protocol Police Commander, Kabul Mayoral Office, local police commanders;
• Manage the security clearance process for locally employed staff at the Embassy in direct consultation with FCO Overseas Security Manager (OSM), Afghan Ministries and local Law Enforcement Agencies;
• Building and maintaining a productive network of security contacts;
• A broad understanding of the security situation across Kabul, and ability to speak with local contacts to gather information on threats and security issues/plans;
• Providing the single Point of Contact on all security related matters for local staff employed at the British Embassy Kabul, with an ability to advise on security protocols and reaction to intimidation and threat information;
• Act as Chairman of a bi-annual local staff security meeting, following a set agenda, and producing minutes of the main points;
• Dari/Pashto interpretation at meetings and events, and translation of Dari/Pashto documents/notices into English, or vice versa, for Security Section as required;
• Facilitate threat reporting messaging to all local staff on an as required basis;
• Other ad hoc tasks linked to security, as required by the members of the BEK Security Department;
• Delivering security induction briefings and other required security training for locally employed staff at the British Embassy Kabul.

Essential qualifications, skills and experience  

Essential on arrival:  

Experience of security matters and their impact on staff.

• An ability to work on own initiative and under pressure.
• Good team player, with personable manner, and a proven track record in building a strong network of contacts.
• Good verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpretation and translation skills.
• Experience of using Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Applicants must have a clean record with no criminal convictions. The security clearance process to work at the British Embassy will include checks with the Afghan security authorities

Desirable qualifications, skills and experience  

Desirable

• Previous experience of working in an international organisation.
• Knowledge of Afghan security institutions.
• Excellent references.

Required competencies  

Making Effective Decisions, Collaborating and Partnering, Delivering at Pace, Engaging Internationally

Application deadline : 23 July 2018

Grade : B3 (L)

Type of Position: Fixed Term

Working hours per week: 40

Duration of Post: 24 months

Region: South Asia & Afghanistan

Country/Territory: Afghanistan

Location (City): Kabul

Type of Post: British Embassy

Number of vacancies: 1

Starting monthly salary (USD): 2606.10

Start Date: 30 September 2018

Other benefits and conditions of employment  

SALARY PACKAGE

The Local Staff Terms & Conditions for staff working in the British embassy will apply.

For external candidates, salary will be $2,606.10 (Gross) per month with $100 transport and $125 medical allowances. 

We also offer a competitive package including a yearly performance-related bonus scheme, an annual leave entitlement of 25 days per year, a multicultural environment and learning and development opportunities.

The British Embassy actively promotes a diverse workforce. Women who hold the right skills and experience are encouraged to apply for positions at the British Embassy. The British Embassy is proud to support women in the workplace and we have introduced a number of family-friendly policies to allow women the opportunity to apply in our progressive and supportive environment. These include a ladies transport provision (with pick up/drop off points around the city) and flexible working conditions. The British Embassy’s active Women’s Association meets regularly to discuss wide-ranging subjects and the Local Staff Association ensures all Afghan staff has a voice.

Additional information  

TO APPLY

Please note applications without (a), (b) and (c) will not be considered.

(a)   Complete the Online Job Application Form

(b)   Complete the Motivation section in the online application form (no more than 600 words) setting out why you are the suitable person for this role. Your statement should include clear examples of how you meet the key competences.

(c)    Attach a detailed CV

Any other information (or specific local Post requirements):

The British Embassy actively promotes a diverse workforce. Women who hold right skills and experience are encouraged to apply for positions at the British Embassy. The British Embassy is proud to support women at workplace and we have introduced a number of family-friendly policies to allow women the opportunity to apply in our progressive and supportive environment, such as a Ladies transport provision (with pick up/drop off points around the city) and flexible working conditions. The British Embassy’s active Women’s Association meets regularly to discuss wide-ranging subjects and the Local Staff Association ensures all Afghan staff have a voice.

We will accept only online applications. Please send your online applications by ­­“ 23rd July 2018” midnight.

• Applicants who do not have the required qualification & experience should kindly abstain from applying, as their applications will not be considered.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and no telephone enquires will be dealt with.
• The appointment will be subject to local and British Embassy security checks and other verifications including references, educational and professional.

We welcome all applications irrespective of age, race, colour, gender, disability, sexual orientation, religion, belief or creed. We are also open to applications from people who want to work flexibly.

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Published by: Sediqullah Hakimi