U.S. EMBASSY OUAGADOUGOU

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT # 2020-022
RESIDENTIAL SECURITY EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN
The U.S. Mission in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Residential Security Equipment Technician in the Regional Security Office.

Opening Date : November 10, 2020
Closing Date : November 24, 2020
Open to : All interested candidates/ All Sources
Work Schedule : Full-time (40 hours/week)
SALARY : *Ordinarily Resident (OR) : CFA 7,271,427 p.a. (Starting Salary)
(Position Grade : FSN-05)

ALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT (OR) APPLICANTS (See Appendix for definition) MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.

BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION :

Under the supervision of the Residential Security Coordinator, the employee is responsible for supporting post’s residential security program. The employee is a technician working for RSO and facilitating with GSO, Facilities Management, and landlords ; conducting technical residential security upgrades, surveys and repairs prior to and throughout occupancy. The employee has no supervisory responsibilities over direct hires ; however, on occasion the employee will supervise contractors to ensure compliance with DS standards and post’s Residential Security requirements. The employee will be required to respond outside of regular duty hours to emergencies related to residential security equipment

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED :

1. EDUCATION : Completion of primary school (CEP) is required.

2. EXPERIENCE : At least one year of experience in a security or technical/engineering related field, such as installing, repairing, and maintaining security equipment or other hardware and electronics, conducting site security surveys, conducting residential security surveys, or other positions involving professional responsibility within security management and support is required.

3. LANGUAGE English-Limited knowledge, reading/speaking/writing is required. French-Good working knowledge, Reading/Writing/Speaking is required. This may be tested.

4. SKILLS AND ABILITIES : Interpersonal and customer service skills are required, ability to communicate verbally and in writing is required. Ability to utilize Microsoft Word, spreadsheets, and other basic computer skills are required. Ability to utilize digital cameras and GPS equipment is required. Must hold and maintain a valid driver’s license. This may be tested.

5. JOB KNOWLEDGE : Knowledge of procedures related to residential security concepts, principles, and techniques.

HOW TO APPLY : Applicants must complete the following application process to be considered :

• Create an account on the Electronic Recruitment Application (ERA) Website at https://erajobs.state.gov/dos-era/bfa/vacancysearch/searchVacancies.hms

• Choose Announcement Number Ouaga-2020-022 Residential Security Equipment Technician and complete the online application.

• Upload any additional documentation that supports or addresses the requirements listed above (e.g. cover letter, degrees certificates, wok permits & SF 50 if applicable) into the Electronic Recruitment Application system.

Required Documents : Please provide the required documentation listed below with your application :

• primary school Certificate (CEP).
• Residency and/or Work Permit (If applicable)
• DD-214 - Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)
• SF-50 (if applicable)
• Relevant Work attestations and Certificates.

What to Expect Next : Applicants who are invited to take a language or skills test, or who are selected for an interview will be contacted via telephone calls and email.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION : The complete position description listing all of the duties and responsibilities may be obtained by contacting the Human Resources Office at HROOuaga@state.gov

Note :

• All Application must be properly filled.
• All requested Documents must be attached to your application.
• All applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
• All applications must be for an open/advertised position.
• Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY : The U.S. Mission 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. The EEO complaint procedure is not available to individuals who believe they have been denied equal opportunity based upon marital status or political affiliation. Individuals with such complaints should avail themselves of the appropriate grievance procedures, remedies for prohibited personnel practices, and/or courts for relief.