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View Vacancy – JKT – Post Security Manager, EO
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Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Operations and Corporate Services)
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Security
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Main Purpose of Job:
The British Embassy in Jakarta and UK Mission ASEAN are part of a world-wide network of Diplomatic Posts, representing British political, defence, economic, trade, and consular interests around the world. We are currently looking to recruit a Post Security Manager (PSM) to join our high performing team. The successful candidate will help the Post Security Officer (PSO – who is also Deputy Head of Mission) and the Corporate Services Manager (CSM) ensure a secure working/living environment for staff at the British Embassy Jakarta.
The Post Security Manager (PSM) plays a key role in our security team. The PSM leads on the day-to-day security, of the Missions. Given the “real time” nature of security threats the individual needs to be confident and flexible enough to take independent decisions when necessary; and is encouraged to use his / her initiative. Additionally, the PSM must have good interpersonal and influencing skills, in order to communicate unambiguously with colleagues at all levels within the Embassy.
We are looking for a self-starter, able to offer solutions rather than simply identify and pass on problems. The position is offered on a one-year Fixed Term Contract to start with. A contract extension or conversion to a permanent contract after 1 year is possible subject to a satisfactory performance.
What the Jobholder will be Expected to Achieve:
- Oversee day-to-day security at post, acting as first point of contact with security contractor, conduct daily briefings and meetings, and also facilitate training for staff and guards, including security induction briefings for newcomers and those on temporary assignments.
- Monitor contract guards’ disposition and ensure that staffing levels are maintained across our estate. Conducting regular security visits and inspections.
- Establish and maintain contacts across the security community and develop a network at other embassies and close liaison with senior local police, law enforcement, and security officers/agencies.
- Ensure that the maintenance regime for all security-related equipment is followed, requesting remedial action where faults are identified. Routine testing of Emergency procedures drills and processes.
- Reporting all security related matters to the PSO and their Deputy PSOs.
- Approve / amend / promulgate guard Standard Operating Procedures for the Mission.
- Investigate and Brief the PSO and CSM on security matters that may affect the secure operation of the Embassy and issue security advisory notices to our staff.
- Assist in the coordination of security protocols during major events and VIP visits.
- Provide out-of-hours assistance, as required, to staff involved in security related incidents, e.g. traffic accident, criminal activity. Be available via telephone 24/7.
- Act as a member of the Crisis Logisitics Team and provide security advice and assistance during any crisis or emergency situation.
- It is vitally important that the PSM has a strong level of English (spoken).
- Lead with country-based staff security clearance processes and administration, supporting both HR and the Regional Security Advisor (RSA).
Resources Managed (staff and expenditure):
The Post Security Manager has oversight of the contract guard force and Local Police force. The PSM is also responsible for the security budget and daily spend.
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- Experience in managing a security team
- Basic knowledge of investigations
- Physically fit / able to travel within Indonesia or internationally for personal development
- Security qualifications or experience of on-the-ground security operations
- Able to write and review investigative reports, logbooks, and other security reports using Microsoft applications
- Experience of coordinating and liaising with local government, local law enforcement; agencies, and other security entities
- Understanding of radio and other communication system and technical security; systems (CCTV, alarms, etc.) will be an advantage
Language Requirements:
- Fluent Indonesia Bahasa
- Fluent in spoken and a good level of written English
Candidates selected for interview will be asked to participate in a 10-minute call to assess levels of spoken English before progressing to the interview stage. If you do not speak English, then you should not apply for this position.
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Previous experience working for a diplomatic establishment either domestically or overseas
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Communicating and Influencing, Delivering at Pace, Leadership, Making Effective Decisions, Seeing the Big Picture, Working Together
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6 May 2025
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Executive Officer (EO)
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Full-time, Fixed Term
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39.5
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12 months
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Asia Pacific
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Indonesia
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Jakarta
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British Embassy
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IDR
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IDR 15,389,102 per month
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monthly
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1 July 2025
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The British Embassy Jakarta offers a competitive remuneration package including:
- Annual leave entitlement of 25 days per year
- Medical benefit (medical insurance)
- Access to extensive learning and development opportunities
Working Patterns:
Normal working hours are 39.5 (gross) per week: 07:30hrs to 16:00hrs from Monday to Thursday and 07:30hrs to 13:00hrs. The team operates a ‘core hours’ policy of 09:00hrs to 15:00hrs with individual flexibility around that.
The Embassy is committed to ensuring employees enjoy a good work-life balance. It is a stimulating place to work where we value diversity and inclusion and care about the development of our people.
No accommodation or relocation expenses are payable in connection with this position. 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.
Employment offers are subject to successful clearance of pre-employment checks. Staff recruited locally by the British Embassy Jakarta is subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local employment law. In relation to this, the successful candidate will need to arrange for his/her own Police Certificate.
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.
The FCDO also operates an agile workforce. To facilitate this, you may be required to undertake other duties from time to time as we may reasonably require.
Hiring managers should be available to discuss proposed working patterns with potential candidates, and respond positively where possible, in line with the flexible working policy.
Learning and Development Opportunities (and any specific training courses to be completed):
Interesting and unique learning & development opportunities are available throughout the British Embassy Global Network. The jobholder will be able to apply for training suitable for his/her professional/personal development.
The Post Security Manager benefits from a Regional Security Advisor being based at the Mission for mentoring and guidance.
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Please note that the deadline for applications is 23:55 on the day mentioned in the above field “Application deadline”.
Please be aware that the deadline for submitting applications is considered to be the time zone for the country where the vacancy has arisen.
We advise you to allow enough time to complete and submit your full application since only applications completed and submitted before the deadline will be considered.
Note: All applicants are required to mandatorily fill the online application form completely including the employment and educational details, experience, professional skills and behaviour-based questions. We will be thoroughly reviewing the applications and incomplete form in any respect may not be considered while shortlisting for the next stage.
Only shortlisted candidates for interview will be contacted. Interviewees will be assessed on the core behaviours/qualifications listed above. Unsuccessful candidates will be notified via the system in due time. 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.
To ensure a successful application it is important that you explain how you demonstrate these behaviours, including through your experience. You are strongly advised to read the Success Profiles Civil Service Behaviours Framework, which provides detailed guidance on how the behaviours are defined.
Applicants are encouraged to use the STAR (Situation, Task, Action, Result) format to prepare specific examples of when they have demonstrated these behaviours in their application. Using the STAR format to provide evidence of your skills and experience in your application and at interview helps to give a structure. You briefly describe the situation in which you showed the behaviour, and then explain your task in addressing the situation, what action you took and the result of this.
For inclusivity and diversity, please remove the following personal information when uploading your CV: name, address, email address, age, date of birth, gender and nationality.
The start date mentioned in the job advert is a tentative start date and the successful candidate will be required to undergo security vetting procedures. Any offer of employment will be subject to the candidate achieving suitable clearances.
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Indonesia
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