The British Embassy in Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) is part of a world-wide network, representing British political, economic and consular interests overseas and is now looking to recruit a Security Officer.

As part of the Security Team, to ensure the effective security of British Embassy staff and properties by adhering to security procedures and implementing security measures. Further to general security duties and tasks, the incumbent will act as a back-up driver for the Embassy and provide office assistance as needed.

Roles and responsibilities:

Effective physical and technical security
•    Checking identity and conducting security search of visitors;
•    Monitoring security status of property perimeters, official vehicles and access to the Embassy     premises;
•    Scanning incoming mail by using X-ray mail scanner;
•    Overview of CCTV surveillance;
•    Act as the on-call Duty Security Officer on a rotational basis, including but not limited to checking relevant staff properties, responding to alarms and other emergencies (e.g. embassy staff in distress, facilitating access to the Embassy building out of working hours);
•    Provide security services at Embassy receptions/events at the official Residence and other locations as required.

Driving
•    Provide driving services in line with post Transport Policy.
•    Act as one of the back-up Embassy drivers by covering full time driver when complete their daily duties, out of working hours and during weekends;

General reception
•    First point of contact with Embassy visitors;
•    Operate switchboard in receptionist capacity;
•    Receive/distribute mail to Embassy staff.

Administrative support
•    Prepare and distribute invitations for the Embassy’s major events, and manage RSVPs;
•    Printing and sending reminder cards, name tags, menus etc. for various events at the     Residence;    

Take on other duties / areas of work as required and instructed by line manager.

Working patterns: This is a shift system position with limited options for flexible working.

• Verbal and written proficiency in English and one of the BiH constituent languages (Bosnian, Serbian, Croatian);
• At least 3 years of experience in security roles;
• Clean and valid driving license with at least 4 years of professional driving experience;- Candidates will be subject to driving test.
• Problem solving skills;
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to network and work collaboratively with others;
• Attention to detail and ability to follow procedures;
• Flexibility and ability to learn quickly;
• Use MS Word and Excel.