Earn over 46m as Security Investigator at United States US Embassy / Mission
Job Title: Security Investigator
Organisation: United States US Embassy, US Mission in Uganda
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Site Security Manager (SSM)
Salary Grade: UGX 46,440,981
Job Reference: Kampala 2019-22
About US Embassy:
The United States Embassy in Kampala, Uganda has enjoyed diplomatic relations with Uganda for over 30 years. Ambassador Deborah R. Malac currently heads the U.S Mission to Uganda. The Mission is composed of several offices and organizations all working under the auspices of the Embassy and at the direction of the Ambassador.
Among the offices operating under the U.S Mission to Uganda are:
- United States Agency for International Development (USAID)
- Centers for Disease Control (CDC)
- Peace Corps
Job Summary: The Security Investigator serves as the Local Security Investigator (FSNI) for all local security related investigative activities, associated with the construction of the U.S. Embassy’s NOX/SPX Project (OBO-Kampala NOX/SPX Project). Conducts back ground checks for all local applicants seeking employment with U.S. Embassy under its NOX/SPX Project. Coordinates security activities of the local security guard force and the Site Security Manager. This position is a limited duration contract position which will end in approximately 3 years, in accordance with the U.S. Embassy NOX/SPX Project completion date.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
NOTE: All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.
- The applicants for the US Embassy Security Investigator career opportunity should have completed both “O” and “A” level education from an accredited institution
- At least three years of progressive work experience in law enforcement, investigative or surveillance work with military, police or private security organizations is required.
- A good working knowledge of Uganda’s criminal and civil procedures, judicial systems as well as customs and cultures.
- Extensive knowledge of Ugandan laws concerning; – marriage, divorce, adoption and invasion of privacy.
- Knowledge of the U.S. Government’s/ Department of State’s security policies and procedures.
- Excellent judgment, decisiveness, honesty, trustworthiness, flexibility and persistence.
- Must be computer literate and able to use Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft word, Access, Outlook and Excel.
- Be skilled in defensive driving and possess a valid driver’s license class B, DL & CM. Ability to develop and maintain contacts with working level officers from various security agencies (Military, Police & Private Security Organizations).
- Ability to exercise initiative and resourcefulness in obtaining information or evidence. Ability to draft reports in precise English.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Must be flexible and able to work weekends/ longer hours when required.
- Ability to lift objects worth 30-50 pounds.
- Language: Level III (Good Working Knowledge) speaking/writing/reading of English is required. Level II (Limited Knowledge) speaking of Luganda, Runyakitara or Swahili is required. This may be tested.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates who wish to join the United States Embassy in Kampala are encouraged to Apply Online by following the instructions below;
- Applicants shall be required to register under the careers page for US Embassy Kampala using the link, Click Here
- You will receive confirmation on registration and proceed to apply.
- On completion of this process you will receive an auto response via your email.
NB: Applicants claiming a U.S. Veteran’s preference must submit written documentation confirming eligibility (e.g., Member Copy 4 of Form DD-214, Letter from the Veteran’s Administration, or certification documenting eligibility under the VOW Act with an expected discharge no later than 120 days after the certification is submitted) by the closing date of the vacancy announcement. If the written documentation confirming eligibility is not received in the HR office by the closing date of the vacancy announcement, the U.S. Veteran’s preference will not be considered in the application process. Specific criteria for receiving a U.S. Veteran’s preference may be found in HR/OE’s Family Member Employment Policy (FMEP).
Deadline: 14th May 2019
The US Mission in Kampala provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation. The Department of State also strives to achieve equal employment opportunity in all personnel operations through continuing diversity enhancement programs.
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