Bodyguard Supervisor at U.S. Embassy

The U.S. Embassy in Abuja is seeking to employ suitable and qualified candidate for the Bodyguard Supervisor position in the Regional Security Office in Abuja.

Position Title: Bodyguard Supervisor - FSN-7/FP – 7

Location: Abuja

Basic Function of the Position:
The Bodyguard Supervisor is responsible for coordinating the day to day operations of the entire Bodyguard team. The Bodyguard Supervisor will create and deconflict all scheduling for travel Teams and protection details, established and maintain training records, serve as the primary liaison between the Nigeria Police Force and the U.S. Embassy for all issues with respect to the Bodyguard program, maintain accountability of all equipment issued to the Bodyguard team, and coordinate preventative and corrective maintenance of all equipment. The Bodyguard Supervisor will also be required to meet all requirements for that of a Bodyguard Specialist.

Position Requirements:
NOTE: All applicants MUST address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each criterion or the application will not be considered.

• Completion of Secondary School Education is required.
• A minimum of two (2) years or equivalent of protective services experience as a Bodyguard Specialist for the U.S. Embassy, with minimum of 6 months Supervisory experience is required
• Level IV (fluency) Speaking/Writing in English is required.
• Level III (Good working knowledge) of one other local language is required.
• Must be familiar with the Nigeria driving laws as well as regulations pertaining to motor vehicle operations, local customs and cultural norms.
• Must be able to create and modify Microsoft Office word and Excel documents.
• Must possess defensive driving skills; operate fully armored and non-armored vehicles with Nigeria driver’s license.

Selection Process
When fully qualified, U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs) and U.S. Veterans are given preference. Therefore, it is essential that the candidate specifically address the required qualifications above in the application.

Additional Selection Criteria

• Management will consider nepotism/conflict of interest, budget, and residency status in determining successful candidacy.
• Current employees serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply.
• Current Ordinarily Resident employees with an Overall Summary Rating of Needs
• Improvement or Unsatisfactory on their most recent Employee Performance Report are not eligible to apply.
• Currently employed NORs hired under a Personal Services Agreement (PSA) are ineligible to apply for advertised positions within the first 90 calendar days of their employment unless currently hired into a position with a When Actually Employed (WAE) work schedule.

Remuneration
Salary: Or – Ordinarily Resident–N2, 957,362 p.a. (Starting basic salary) Position Grade: FSN-07
In addition to the basic salary, all allowances will be paid in accordance with the Mission Local Compensation Plan.
Nor - Not Ordinarily Resident – AEFM - US$39,994.00, EFM/MOH – US$34,324, (Starting Salary) p.a. Position Grade: FP-07

Application Closing Date:
6th March, 2014

How to Apply
Interested applicants for this position MUST submit the following, or the application will not be considered:

• Application for U.S. Federal Employment (DS-174); or a current resume or curriculum vitae that provides the same information as a DS-174; plus.
• Candidates who claim U.S. Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form DD-214 with their application.
• Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards, copies of degrees earned) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.
• A type-written and signed application letter specifically applying for this position, and addressing the minimum requirements as advertised. Please reference the job title and announcement number on the application letter.

Submit Application To:

Embassy of the United States of America
Human Resources Office
Plot 1075 Diplomatic Drive
Central District Area
Abuja.
Or submit to: HRNigeria@state.gov

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