Organisation: United States Embassy, US Mission in
Uganda
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Salary Grade: Grade 04 (UGX 21,393,791 to
32,090,686 p.a. inclusive of allowances).
Vacancy Number: 11 – 2015
Welcome to the United States Embassy in Kampala, Uganda. The United States has enjoyed diplomatic
relations with Uganda for over 30 years.
Ambassador Scott H. DeLisi 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
- Peace Corps
Job Summary: The American Embassy Surveillance Detection
Specialist provides security for USG facilities, employees and family and
family members by performing procedures to detect, recognize and report on
surveillance directed against U.S. Government facilities and /or personnel and
provides support directly or by calling for assistance. In case of imminent
attack, calls for immediate assistance and takes action to prevent injury or
death to personnel and destruction of property.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
NOTE: All applicants must address each
selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information
supporting each item.
- The ideal candidate for the US Embassy
Surveillance Detection Specialist should have completed Ordinary level (at
least four years of formal secondary school) is required. - A minimum of two years of progressive
experience in police or military work, OR four years of professional
experience in a position requiring independent judgment and motivation. - The incumbent must be familiar with
procedures for conducting and reporting surveillance – basic use of
digital cameras and video recorders; Microsoft Windows computer systems;
Basic use of MS Word. - Ability to obtain a driver’s license is
required. - Skilled in the use of surveillance
equipment (e.g. audio/video, binoculars, photographic equipment, etc.) is
required. Level 1 keyboard/typing and basic PC skills and ability to work
independently and adapt to changing circumstances without requesting
guidance. - Excellent organizational and observation
skills. - Language Proficiency: List both
English and host countiy language(s) by level and - Level 3 (good working knowledge) English
is required. Level 3 (good working knowledge) in one local dialect (either
of the following; Ganda, Swahili, Itesot, Japadola, Samya, Gisu, Acholi,
Lugbara, Madi, Runyankitara or Soga) is required.
All those interested
in working with the US mission in Kampala should send their applications and
strictly adhere to the following:
- Universal Application
for Employment as a Locally Employed Staff or Family Member (DS-174) Download
it Here. - A current resume or
curriculum vitae. - Candidates who claim
US Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form DD-214 with their
application. Candidates who claim conditional US Veterans preference
must submit documentation confirming eligibility for a conditional
preference in hiring with their application. - Any other
documentation (e.g. essays, transcripts/certificates, awards) that
addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.
By email
at KampalaHR@state.gov
NB: Only electronic submissions will be accepted and only shortlisted
candidates will be contacted.
Please clearly
indicate the position applied for in the subject area of the email submission.
Please use standard
file types such as Microsoft Word (.doc) and Adobe Acrobat (.pdf) and please
send all documents in one file attachment.
Telephone:
0414-306001/259-791/5
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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