City: Ext - International Posted: 20-Jan-2026
The jobholder will work in an operationally vital role as an integral part of a small, highly efficient Network Corporate Service team in a demanding, important and enjoyable role. The role will be based in the British Embassy Kinshasa, building and maintaining professional relationships with Diplomatic Missions, local security authorities, security organisations and personnel from multiple International Non-Governmental Organisations, Aid Agencies, Government Authorities and United Nations Agencies. Another vital part of this position is to support the Post Security Officer (PSO) and Regional Security Advisor (RSA), who are based in Kinshasa, mitigating and managing risk, ensuring the safety of staff and HMG assets, crisis planning and preparedness, regional field visits and other vital administrative tasks. You will be joining a dynamic security environment where Learning and Development is at the centre of the vision.
He/she will need to deliver in a demanding, important and ultimately rewarding position. The role is varied and provides opportunities to support visits to the network, with some travel opportunities. The role will need an effective communicator, who can work closely across the DRC network with the security team.
The Post Security Manager plays a critical role in ensuring the safety and security of the Embassy’s personnel, assets and facilities. You will require a broad understanding of the security situation across DRCand the ability to gather relevant, reliable information. You will operate under the management of the Regional Security Advisor (RSA) and your main duties will include:
Security
This job description may evolve over time and responsibilities may be expanded.
No accommodation or relocation expenses are payable in connection with this position. This is a locally engaged position subject to local laws and terms.
Employment offers are subject to successful clearance of pre-employment checks and obtaining a security clearance.
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The British Embassy will never request any payment or fees to apply for a positionEmployees recruited locally by the British Embassy in Kinshasa are subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local employment law in DRCAll 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 permitThe responsibility lies on the successful candidate to;1.Obtain the relevant permit2.Pay the fees for the permit3.Make arrangements to relocate4.Meet the costs to relocationEmployees 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-profilesPlease note: Job grade AA=A1, AO=A2, EO=B3, HEO=C4, SEO=C5Reference checking and security clearances will be conducted on successful candidatesPlease log into your profile on the application system on a regular basis to review the status of your applicationAppointable 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
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