Guard – Basse  369 views

OPEN TO: All Interested Candidates 

POSITION: Guard – Basse 

SALARY RANGE: GMD 162,293 – GMD 251,547, negotiable based on salary history and experience. OPENING DATE: 04 December 2024 

CLOSING DATE: 18 December 2024 

WORK HOURS: Full-Time (48 hours/week) 

About Peace Corps The Gambia 

Peace Corps is a bilateral autonomous, international agency of the United States Government with operations in more  than 60 countries. It operates in The Gambia by the invitation of the Government of The Republic of The Gambia. Peace  Corps/The Gambia has memoranda of understanding with the Ministries of Agriculture, Education, Health, and other  partners that outlines broad areas of agreement of cooperation regarding the work of Peace Corps Volunteers in the  country. Volunteers are assigned to government and non-government agencies and organizations, community-based  organizations, colleges, and schools who partner to enable Volunteers to provide capacity building in education and  community health while building cultural understanding between Americans and Gambians. 

Objective of the Position 

The purpose of this position is to provide day/night watchman and guard services at the Peace Corps Basse Regional  Office in The Gambia. The Guard will ensure that the compound is secured at all times and any security risks are dealt  with immediately in compliance with all Peace Corps policies and procedures. The guard will work on rotating 12- hour shifts (7am until 7pm or 7pm until 7am). This position is full time (48 hours per week) and works under the  supervision of the General Services Manager (GSM). 

This position requires strict adherence to ethical standards of confidentiality and professional conduct. In addition, the  candidate should be flexible, highly organized, creative, and able to multi-task and work independently.  

Major Duties and Responsibilities (Critical Job Elements) 

The Guard is responsible for:  

• Always presenting a clean, neat and tidy personal appearance.  
• Remaining physically at his/her assigned post unless relieved for an authorized break.  • Preventing unauthorized personnel from entering the facility/compound.  
• Preventing unauthorized vehicles from entering the facility/compound.  
• Inventorying and checking all assigned equipment for proper functioning; and reporting any missing or  malfunctioning equipment.  
• Completing a thorough inspection of the area of responsibility.  
• During the hours of darkness, ensuring that all external security lights are working. 
• Screening visitors seeking to enter the area. Peace Corps facilities are not open to the general public. The  Guard must check the visitor’s identity and determine his or her reason for entry. Persons who refuse to be  identified, who have no official business with Peace Corps facility/compound will be denied entry.  
• Maintaining a current Peace Corps Telephone List, Duty Officer List, and general and special orders readily  accessible at his desk.  
• Maintaining a log of everyone who enters – staff, volunteers, outside contractors and other visitors, as well as  a log sheet showing times of checks by supervisors and any significant events or incidents, and the action  taken in response.  
• Monitoring the supply of electricity. Turning on the generator when city power is off. Restoring city power  (shut off generator) when city power returns. Notifying General Services Office (GSO) staff of generator  problems.  
• Ensuring all guard areas are kept clean, neat and orderly.  
• Complying with all special instructions concerning the handling of visitors on the compound, whether written  or oral, received from the PC Country Director (CD), the PC Director of Management & Operations (DMO) and the US Embassy’s Regional Security Officer (RSO).  
• Handling all emergencies as specified in the general orders and keeping their supervisor or supervisor’s  delegate informed of all suspicious activity. The Guard’s first responsibility is the protection of life.  • Being responsible for security along the inside perimeter of the assigned compound within the perimeter area.  • Making a walking tour of the facility/compound perimeter at least once every 30 minutes.  • During each tour of the perimeter, ensuring that no unauthorized personnel are at/on the facility/compound.  S/He will also insure on each tour that windows, doors, and any vehicles in the compound are properly  secured. S/He will report any suspicious activity or less-than-secure condition to their supervisor or  supervisor’s delegate.  
• During non-duty hour tours of the perimeter of an unoccupied facility, observing the entire exterior building  and reporting any open grill gates, doors or windows and any suspicious conditions or activities to their  supervisor or supervisor’s delegate.  
• Immediately reporting any security threat or incident to their supervisor or supervisor’s delegate.  • Being alert for activities occurring outside the facility/compound, especially those that may pose a threat to  property and personnel. Specifically, being alert for demonstrations, other protest activities or individuals who  appear to be observing the premises and reporting these events to their supervisor or supervisor’s delegate.  • Only official Peace Corps vehicles or official US Embassy vehicles are permitted to enter the property.  Delivery and other vehicles will be granted entry only when authorized by their supervisor or supervisor’s  delegate. The Guard must record the license number of every vehicle in the guard log.  
• Referring letters, newspapers, packages, etc., being delivered to the BRO, this will only be accepted if they  are clearly address 
• Observing persons and vehicles departing compound to assure that property is not being removed without  authorization. If property is being improperly removed, immediately notifying their supervisor or supervisor’s  delegate.  
• Referring persons wishing to deliver petitions or protest letters to the Embassy. Entry is not authorized.  • Becoming familiar with the Emergency Action Plan (EAP), and the roles and responsibilities outlined in the  plan. Actively participates in annual training and testing of the EAP. Responds to emergencies in accordance  with post’s EAP.  
• Maintaining confidentiality on all Peace Corps activities and communications.  

Other Duties 

• Ensure complete confidentiality regarding all information related to PC staff, volunteers and operations. • Provide training to staff and Peace Corps Volunteers as requested. 
• Serves as back-up support for and/or carries out the duties and responsibilities of the custodians/Gardeners when deemed necessary by the Country Director and/or Supervisor for the successful management of Peace 

Corps operations in The Gambia. For example, this could be during periods when those individuals are on  leave and/or during lapses of staffing or periods of staffing shortages. 

• Performs other duties or assignments, when deemed necessary by Supervisor 

Temporary Assignment of Duties 

If there is a time at post, due to the COVID-19 pandemic or for any other reason, when there are limited or no Peace  Corps Trainees and/or Volunteers (jointly referred to as “Volunteers”) at Peace Corps/The Gambia the PSC may be  temporarily assigned during that period, as determined by the Peace Corps Country Director (CD), to carry out  additional duties and responsibilities in furtherance of the goals of the Peace Corps in order to enhance the ability of  Peace Corps Volunteers to perform functions under the Peace Corps Act, including facilitating a safe environment in  order for the successful return or increase of Volunteers. 

This temporary assignment may require the PSC to provide services and/or support beyond what is listed in their  current Statement of Work (SOW). The services and/or support may take many forms, examples of which may  include but are not limited to, training, providing administrative, technical, medical, and/or operational assistance,  building on host country programs, etc. This temporary assignment also may require the PSC to provide these services  and/or support to individuals/organizations other than those listed in their current SOW such as host country  government, partner organization(s), community member(s), staff, and/or contractors. 

Standard Roles and Responsibilities  

Safety and Security 

• Employees with no SPECIFIC Safety and Security Responsibilities (i.e., cashier, admin staff) Immediately communicates Volunteer safety and security concerns and issues to the Safety and Security  Manager (SSM) and CD. Knowledgeable and supportive of Peace Corps safety and security policies and  procedures, including the timely reporting of suspicious incidents, persons or articles. 

Logistics & Level of Effort & Duty Station 

Duty station is the Basse Regional Office located in Basse, The Gambia. May be required to work in another town  during 13 weeks of training. May be required to travel up country. Performs duties during a 48 hour work week.  Events may require occasional work in the evenings and on weekends and holidays. May carry a duty phone. 

Typical work schedule is rotating 12-hour shifts (7am until 7pm or 7pm until 7am)., with flexibility to work additional  hours on weekends or on an as-needed basis. 

Minimum Requirements 

To be selected for this position, the applicant must be legally eligible to work in The Gambia, must not have been  employed in intelligence-related activities and must submit an application that clearly documents how they meet each  of the following requirements: 

• Education: Completion of basic school.  
• Language Requirement: Good working knowledge (Level 2) in reading, writing and speaking English is  required.  
• Work Experience/Past Performance: At least one year of experience performing similar security guard  services is required  
• Demonstrate keen sense of cultural awareness for Gambian, American, and other cultures. 
• Must be very organized, accurate, and efficient and have the ability to prioritize several projects at one  time.  
• Ability to solve complex maintenance problem or lead an administrative solution 
• Ability to work effectively with a team.  
• Professional/Technical Training: Successful completion of guard training is required.  

Preferred Qualifications  

• Experience working with Volunteers 
• Work experience: past experience performing similar security guard services with/for an international  organization. 
• Professional/Technical Training: Successful completion of training in Microsoft Office Suite is preferred.  Ability gained through work experience may be substituted for training.  
• Completion of secondary school (O and A levels).  
• Certification or Licensing Requirements – A current, valid driver’s license is strongly preferred. 

Abilities  

• The ability to work successfully in cross-cultural situations with Americans.  

How to Apply 

Applicants should submit applications early, not waiting for the deadline, as application packages must be complete,  submitted, and received by the closing date/time to be considered. There are no exceptions.  1. Submit electronically in one email to GM-Announcements@peacecorps.gov with the subject line including:  “Guard – Basse Regional Office” and your full name. 

A resume or C.V. that includes:  

• Positions held: identifying duties, responsibilities, dates of employment and reason for leaving • Education and training: identifying institutions attended, dates of attendance, degrees and diplomas  3. Three references, inclusive of the person’s current email and telephone contact information 4. The candidate should also provide the following: 
• Date of birth 
• Place of birth 
• Citizenship 

5. Copy of Gambian issued Identification (Passport, ID card) 
6. Send the email before 11:59 PM on the closing date of this announcement.  
7. Submit all documents in one email, if possible. Peace Corps does not accept attachments which exceed a  combined total size of 20MB. 

The deadline for submitting applications is December 18, 2024 

Required Documents 

It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure the application is fully complete and all required documents are emailed  before the closing deadline of this announcement. An incomplete application or any missing required documents will  result in the candidacy not being considered. Send an email, as specified in the How To Apply Section, with all required  attachments listed in this section.  

1. Government issued identification (e.g. passport, B.I.) 
2. Detailed resume or CV that includes: 

• Professional positions held in the last 5-10 years identifying duties, responsibilities, dates and location  of employment, and reasons for leaving
• Schools attended, dates of attendance, qualifications obtained 

3. Cover letter 
4. List of 3 professional references. Include the following for each reference: Full name, your relation to the  person, email address and contact number(s) 
5. Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards, copies of degrees earned) that addresses the  qualification requirements of the position as listed above 

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy: Peace Corps The Gambia 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.