Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, May 14 2024, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Summary:
The U.S. Mission in Uganda is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Bodyguard.

The work schedule for this position is:
• Full Time, 40 hours per week

Start date: Candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time following receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.

Supervisory Position: No

Duties:
• Incumbent serves as a Bodyguard (BG) in the execution of protective security operations for the U.S. Ambassador/Chief of Mission (COM), and other designated or visiting U.S. government officials as directed. Under the supervision of the BG Supervisor and managed by the Regional Security Officer (RSO) to U.S. Kampala in order to protect him/her from harm.

Qualifications and Evaluations
EDUCATION:
• Completion of high/secondary school is required. Host government Driver’s License to operate up to Sport Utility Vehicle is required.

Requirements:
EXPERIENCE:
• A minimum of two (2) years of private sector, government, police, or military experience in one or more of the following categories: bodyguard, armed escort, law enforcement officer, combat arms or infantry soldier, or other related professional security experience.

JOB KNOWLEDGE:
• A thorough knowledge of defense measures to be used in the event of a personal or terrorist attack, such as that learned in the military or law enforcement training. Knowledge in medical, fire, hostile attack, defensive and emergency driving procedures.
• Must be familiar with Kampala’s Police Services, military, security, and other government offices to ensure effective liaison and to facilitate effective protective operations including advance and motorcade operations.

LANGUAGE:
English level II (Limited knowledge) Reading/Writing/Speaking is required.
Luganda or Swahili level II (Limited knowledge) Reading/Writing/Speaking is required.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
• Must have initiative and resourcefulness in accomplishing tasks.
• Must be able to deal effectively with people of other cultures to obtain cooperation and reach common goals.
• Possesses good leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Must have valid driver license. Must be able to demonstrate judgment and basic safe driving skills in both oral and practical examination. Should be able to operate an armored vehicle (if available) and pass the defensive driving training.
• Good working computer skills are required.
• Must be able to work variable shifts, 24 hour on-call schedule, and able to travel outside capital city on an as needed basis.
• Proficient in first aid and use of an AED.
• Must be alert, have fast reflexes, active thinking, excellent observational skills, adaptation, take decisive actions, stay calm in dangerous situations, teamwork, communication skills, etc. and have the ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Must be willing to use and carry firearms. Prior demonstrated skills in the use of a firearm are preferred but not required.
• Must be physically fit and be able to endure frequent travel, long working hours, and a stressful working environment while maintaining the above standards. Should be trained on emergency first-aid and be AED/CPR qualified.

Qualifications:
• All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications.



Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 24

Level of Education: Professional Certificate

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