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Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Operations and Corporate Services)
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Finance
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Main purpose of the job:
The role of Corporate Service Manager underpins that of the whole High Commission. The jobholder will personally oversee the efficient management and running of the estates, budgets, security and human resources and is responsible for maintaining the highest standards of propriety and compliance in line with FCDO guidelines.
The jobholder will be required to oversee the operating budget; procurement and contract management, ensuring principles of transparency, good governance and value for money are adhered to. He / she will deliver this with the support of a small team for whom the jobholder has line management responsibilities.
The role presents a great opportunity for someone with strong organisational, leadership and financial management skills to be part of a busy and dynamic team and be directly supporting UK interests in The Gambia.
Roles and responsibilities:
Financial Management
- Supervision of the budget through monthly, quarterly and annual reporting procedures.
- Accurate forecasting and monitoring of expenditure to ensure audit compliance and value for money.
- Streamlining of financial practices in line with FCDO standards.
- Ensuring consistent, open, transparent and compliant procurement procedures.
- Liaising with regional financial hub
Estate Management
- Ensuring full compliance with UK and FCDO Health & Safety regulations and procedures.
- Overseeing implementation of maintenance contracts and schedules to ensure high standards and value for money.
- Maintaining a rolling programme for the management / replacement of assets and equipment.
HR and line management
- Leading on ensuring full compliance with Country Based Staff terms and conditions, respecting FCDO policy and local employment law.
- Ensuring that the High Commission delivers on its country-based staff charter and that all staff are encouraged to take advantage of the available learning and development opportunities to support their personal and professional development.
- Providing strong and supportive line management to the team, with a focus on delivery, performance and development.
Post Security Manager
- Managing the guarding and CCTV contracts/provision
- Working with Post Security Officer and Regional Security Advisor on other security issues impacting the mission as necessary
Resources managed (staff and expenditure):
- Line management for Corporate Services Officer and Estates Officer.
- Responsibility for account management
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- Experience in Finance and administrative work in a similar environment.
- Previous use of Budget management systems would be an asset.
- Ability to effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders, verbally and in writing.
- Precision in implementing tasks, meticulous attention to detail.
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field.
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- Experience of working in a diplomatic mission or for an international organisation.
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Making Effective Decisions, Managing a Quality Service, Working Together
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18 February 2026
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Executive Officer (EO)
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Permanent
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Africa
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Gambia
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Banjul
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British High Commission
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GMD 53 000 (Base salary is subject to tax and other statutory deductions) Plus GMD 3,300 Transport Allowance
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monthly
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1 April 2026
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Learning and development opportunities:
- All staff at the British High Commission Banjul are encouraged to take advantage of the full range of e-learning and other opportunities available and we are committed to support staff with their operational and personal development goals.
- Mandatory training for Finance & Contract Management will be expected to be completed within the first 6 months of taking up the position.
- There may be a requirement for occasional travel within the region or to the UK for training purposes subject to budget availability.
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Please ensure that your application is authentically written based on your own experiences. If AI tools are used, their usage must only be limited to specific tasks such as ensuring formatting consistency and keyword relevance. The core content, personal narratives, and responses to behaviour and skill-based questions must genuinely reflect your professional journey, experiences, and achievements. We place great importance on originality and individual effort throughout the application process. Any form of plagiarism will result in immediate disqualification.
- The British High Commission will never request any payment or fees to apply for a position
- Employees recruited locally by the British High Commission in Banjul are subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local employment law in The Gambia.
- The base salary is subject to tax and other statutory deductions
- All candidates must be legally able to work and reside in the country of the vacancy with the correct visa/work permit status or demonstrate eligibility to obtain the relevant permit
- The responsibility lies on the successful candidate to:
1.Obtain the relevant permit
2.Pay the fees for the permit
3.Make arrangements to relocate
4.Meet the costs to relocation - Employees who are not liable to pay local income tax on their Mission salary may have their salaries reduced by the equivalent local income tax amount.
- Information about the Civil Service Success Profiles can be found on this link: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles
- Please note: Job grade AA=A1, AO=A2, EO=B3, HEO=C4, SEO=C5
- Reference checking and security clearances will be conducted on successful candidates
- Please log into your profile on the application system on a regular basis to review the status of your application
- Appointable candidates who were unsuccessful may be placed on a ‘reserve list’. If during the reserve period of 6 months the same or a largely similar role becomes available, that role may be offered to the second or subsequent candidate
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