Desirable:

• Previous knowledge or experience of working within a security and multicultural environment.
• Certification/ qualification on fire safety and emergency response would be an added advantage.
• Having a valid driving Licence (normal) and good driving skills/ record.

The successful candidate will be someone who:

• Uses initiative, can organise, plan and prioritize effectively. Responds calmly to crises
• Can work well as part of a large team.
• Can liaise with staff at all levels.
• Be constantly aware of any security developments and be able to disseminate any relevant information.
• Have proven liaison with relevant local authorities
• Have good local knowledge of areas, routes, locations and potential places of concern.
• Have protocol awareness and an understanding of the one HMG approach
• Have proven background of analysis of information from multiple sources to produce recommendations.
• Is prepared to do other work in support of the British High Commission

Additional information:

• Valid National Identity or passport with relevant residency/work permits should be held.
• Security checks will be carried out.

For British High Commission (BHC) candidates, the Country Based Staff BHC Terms & Conditions will apply. 

For other than BHC candidates, starting salary will be LKR 183,268 + EPF 12% + ETF 3% per month. The current equivalent USD salary paid (at fixed corporate exchange rate from March 2022) is USD 905.00 per month. Other benefits include 13 month’s salary (pro-rated) and medical insurance coverage. 

Please note that the current salaries are being dollarized and processed in USD (pegged to a fixed corporate exchange rate from March 2022) to provide cushion against the current external market conditions. This is a temporary measure and is subject to review at regular intervals. The payroll will revert to local currency processing once the external market conditions are normalised. 

Employment offers are subject to successful clearance of pre-employment and security checks. 

FCDO operates an agile workforce. To facilitate this, you may be required to undertake other duties from time to time as we may reasonably require. The BHC is recognised as a good employer, with a robust, fair and transparent performance management & appraisal system.  The High Commission takes pride in its organisational culture and its strong and diverse team. We offer leave entitlements as per Sri Lankan labour laws.  

We treat people with respect and equality and have a policy of zero tolerance for any form of discrimination, bullying, or harassment.

Note: All applicants are required to mandatorily fill the complete online application form including the employment, educational details, behavioural and technical/ professional skills questions. We will be thoroughly reviewing the application forms only with all the required details and the shortlisting is not basis CV/ cover letter. Forms that are incomplete in any respect will not be considered while shortlisting for the next stage

To Apply:

Please note applications without (1), (2) and (3) will not be considered. Point (4) to be adhere strictly.

1. Complete the Online Application Form.
2. Complete the Experience, Professional Skills and Behaviour based Segments in the Online Application Form.
3. Evidence of your nationality and permission to work in Sri Lanka must be included with your application form, for example, photocopies of the details page of your passport and/or visa.
4. Applicants need to answer the questions based on your professional experience. Refrain from use of AI based tools to avoid application from getting rejected/disqualified.

To ensure a successful application it is important that you explain how you demonstrate behaviours and technical / professional skills, basis your experience. You are strongly advised to read the Success Profiles Civil Service Behaviours Framework, which provides a detailed guidance on how these behaviours are defined for each position. 

Applicants are encouraged to use the STAR (Situation, Task, Action, Result) technique to prepare specific examples of when and how you have demonstrated these behaviours in your application, by evidencing a structured response, including your skills and experiences. You briefly describe the situation in which you demonstrated the behaviour, and then explain your task in addressing the situation, what action you took and the result of this.

Internal candidates applying for this position must have completed their probation & have prior approval from their line manager, else the application will not be considered. 

We will accept only online applications received by ­­midnight on 25 May 2025 (23:55hrs Sri Lanka Standard Time).

Please note that all the applicants will be required to strictly adhere to the security guidelines of the British High Commission. Applicants who do not have the required qualification & experience should kindly abstain from applying, as their applications will not be considered.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and no telephone enquires will be dealt with. Appointable candidates who were unsuccessful may be placed on a ‘reserve list’.  If during the reserve period of 12 months the same or a largely similar role becomes available, that role may be offered to the second or subsequent candidate.

We welcome all applications irrespective of age, race, colour, gender, disability, sexual orientation, religion, belief or creed.

Note: The British High Commission in Colombo is an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to inclusivity, a diverse workforce and valuing difference. Staff recruited locally by The British High Commission in Colombo is subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local employment law. 

The start date mentioned in the job advert is a tentative & the appointment of successful candidate will be subject to clearance of police and other checks including references, educational and professional.