Duties
Incumbent is assigned to the Facility Management Office to monitor and provide security escort to non-cleared workers/vendors/visitors on an as-needed basis in designated areas as defined by the Security Office.
Observes workers and contractors during the course of their work/duties to ensure that proper work is performed in accordance with security standards and to report suspected instances of violations to RSO.
Monitors contractor’s workers’ adherence to construction safety requirements and report noted violations to the point of contact (POC)/Contracting Officer representative (COR) and Assistant Post Occupational Safety and Health Officer (APOSHO) in accordance to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Incumbent works under the direct supervision and guidance of the Maintenance supervisor.
Planning is limited to the assigned task and schedule availability. Must communicate with POC in the area work regarding activities to take place to ensure compatibility for job performance.
Qualifications and Evaluations
Requirements:
EXPERIENCE:
1-year general work experience.
JOB KNOWLEDGE:
Basic computer literacy of common Windows applications to include the Microsoft Office suite.
Education Requirements:
Completion of secondary school is required.
Evaluations:
LANGUAGE:
English level III (Good working knowledge, Written/Speaking/Reading is required. (This may be tested).
Level III Kiswahili is required.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Minimal record keeping such as time sheets, escort records, and possible incident reports. Is responsible for security guideline enforcement in the course of escort duties and identify and notify POC /COR and APOSHO of construction safety violations.
Must be observant, flexible and service oriented. Duties include prolonged periods of standing/walking and somewhat physically demanding activities to include climbing, working in cramped spaces and at times working in inclement weather.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO): The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.
Qualifications:
All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications.
Benefits and Other Info
Benefits: Agency Benefits:
Locally Employed Staff, including Members of Household (MOHs), and Third-Country Nationals (TCNs), working at the U.S. Mission in Nairobi, Kenya may receive a compensation package that may include health, separation, and other benefits.
For EFMs, benefits should be discussed with the Human Resources Office.
The pay plan is assigned at the time of the conditional offer letter by the HR Office.
Other Information:
For the current COVID-19 Requirements please visit the following link.
HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants in the following hiring preference categories are extended a hiring preference in the order listed below.
Therefore, it is essential that these applicants accurately describe their status on the application. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not eligible for a hiring preference.
HIRING PREFERENCE ORDER:
1. AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*
2. AEFM / USEFM
3. FS on LWOP and CS with reemployment rights **
* IMPORTANT: Applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of their most recent DD-214 (“Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty”), Letter from Veterans’ Affairs which indicates the present existence of a service-connected disability dated within the past six months, equivalent documentation, or certification.
A “certification” is any written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions within 120 days after the certification is submitted by the applicant.
The certification letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service. Acceptable documentation must be submitted in order for the preference to be given.
** This level of preference applies to all Foreign Service employees on LWOP and CS with re-employment rights back to their agency or bureau.
For more information (i.e., what is an EFM, USEFM, AEFM, MOH, etc.?) and for additional employment considerations, please visit the following link.
How to Apply
How to Apply:
All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a Police Clearance Certificate.
To apply for this position click the “Submit Application” button. For more information on how to apply visit the Mission internet site.Required Documents:
To qualify based on education, you MUST submit the requested degree and / or transcripts as verification of educational requirement by the closing date of this announcement. Failure to provide requested information, or the information is insufficient to verify eligibility, may result in disqualification for this position.
All Applicants:
• Residency and/or Work Permit
• Completion of secondary school • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Eligible Family Member Applicants:
• Copy of Sponsor’s Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent)
• Passport copy
• DD-214 – Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)
• SF-50 (if applicable)Next Steps:
Applicants who are invited to take a language or skills test, or who are selected for an interview will be contacted via email.
For further information – the complete position description listing all of the duties, responsibilities, required qualifications, etc. may be obtained by contacting the Human Resources Office.
Thank you for your application and your interest in working at the U.S. Mission in Nairobi, Kenya.