Security Expert Assistant (1) 225 views

International organization (GIZ) seeks to recruit local assistants
(Workplace: Banjul)

SHORT-TERM ASSIGNMENTS FOR THE ELECTION PERIOD

Applicants must be available from: see each position

Applicants should send their detailed CV and all contact details to the following e-mail address: applications@eomgambia2026.eu 

Only applicants whose profile matches best the needs of the mission will be contacted for interviews.

CVs received after 15.10.2026 will not be considered.

Availability required from 08/10 to 29/12/2026

• For all positions, an appropriate linguistic competence in English (spoken and written) is mandatory.

• All candidates must have sufficient computer skills to operate with electronic mail, word processing, public presentation, and spreadsheet software.

• Flexibility required. Work is expected on occasions both in the evening and weekends.
• Place of work is Banjul (Unless otherwise indicated).

SECURITY EXPERT ASSISTANT 

Possess an adequate diploma or training and relevant work experience in security (former ranking police or army officer). Excellent knowledge of security challenges in both the capital and regions. Excellent relations with the country’s security authorities.

GENERAL FUNCTIONS: Under the direct supervision of the Security Expert, the incumbent will assist with the following tasks:

1. Provide appropriate assistance to the security of the Mission in accordance with the instructions of the Security Expert.
2. Assist the latter in the design, implementation and execution of all necessary safety measures to the mission’s success: preparation of procedures, distribution of materials and instruction sheets, vehicle movement procedures, daily reports.
3. Assist the Security Expert for the preparation of documents and safety manuals, production databases etc …
4. Under the directives of his/her supervisor, develop and maintain contacts with local authorities in charge of security.
5. As necessary, assist the Security Expert for the daily management of assistants assigned to the control room safety (Emergency Security Unit). Monitor and report on vehicle movements.
6. Assist the Security Expert in the security enforcement of office premises, accommodations of mission members, and coordination of movements of mission members.
7. Assist in the preparation of Safety training meetings of members of the mission and the safety of briefings and events.
8. Keep a database of useful information about security.
9. Any other tasks as may be required.