Haut-Commissariat du Canada
JOB ADVERT: Readiness and Security Program Officer (RSPO)

Job Ref: 2760

Job Title: Readiness and Security Program Officer (RSPO)

Salary: Starting salary of 14 848 758 XAF per annum, plus bonus 13 month bonus

Vacancy type: Indeterminate

Term Details: This position is a LES (Locally Engaged Staff) position, subject to the Terms and Conditions of Employment for LES in Cameroon.

Level: Officer

Classification: LES-07

Location: Yaoundé, Cameroon

Closing date for applications: 06-11-2018 At midnight UTC/GMT

Summary of position:

Under the overall supervision of the Mission Security Officer (SMO) and the Regional Program Manager for Readiness and Security (RPMRS-ABDJN), the Readiness and Security Program Officer (RSPO) works as a team to provide operational and administrative support to ASM to achieve the objectives of the Canadian High Commission's (CHC) preparedness and security program in Cameroon. The program aims to ensure that the mission is always ready to respond to emergencies affecting Canadian communities abroad, while maintaining and improving the operational and physical security of the mission. The RSPO conducts research, produces reports and advises on matters that may affect the security of the CHC, facilitates communication with local counterparts and provides administrative support to the security team.

Essential qualifications:

Candidates will initially be screened against the Essential Qualifications relating to education, experience and language. Candidates must clearly demonstrate in their cover letter and CV how they meet each of these essential qualifications.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university or post-secondary institution or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience in the field of Security.

Language:

• Fluency in French (spoken, written, read);
• Fluency in English (spoken, written, read).

Experience:

• A minimum of 3 years of relevant* and recent** professional experience in an international organization, private sector company, government organization or diplomatic mission in the field of Security.
• Experience in writing detailed reports, in French or English, based on research and analysis of information;
• Experience in implementing administrative and operational procedures, processes, best practices and guidelines (including tasks such as meeting organization and logistics).

* The candidate must demonstrate how their experience is relevant in their cover letter.
** Recent means in the last 5 years.

Rated Requirements

The Rated Requirements relating to knowledge, abilities and competencies will also be assessed. Methods of assessment may include, but are not limited to, a written examination, an oral interview, role-play, practical tests, presentations and/or psychometric assessment.

Knowledge:

• Comprehensive knowledge of Cameroon and the areas of security and emergency management, including terrain, culture, languages, social conventions, customs and local infrastructure, including structures and responsibilities of national, governorate and municipal levels;
• Knowledge of risk prevention and mitigation practices to ensure the safety of people, information and material assets;
• Knowledge of theories and practices of emergency management;
• Knowledge of Canada and the Values and Ethics Code for the Public Sector in Canada.

Abilities/Competencies:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint;
• Proficiency with Google Maps;
• Ability to research online via social and other media;
• Ability to conduct effective information sessions, training and presentations;
• Ability to search, analyze and evaluate information effectively and efficiently;
• Ability to maintain and develop a network of contacts in the local security community;
• Ability to assess and prioritize, meet deadlines and work under pressure;
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Judgment;
• Flexibility;
• Initiative;
• Integrity;
• Attention to quality and detail.

Asset Qualifications:

• Preference may be given to candidates who meet the Asset Qualifications. Where applicable, candidates must clearly demonstrate how they meet any asset qualifications in their cover letter and CV.
• Specialized training in organisational security, emergency management or risk analysis;
• Knowledge of mapping applications and other geomatics products;
• Experience in quote evaluation and supervision of service providers;
• Knowledge of the security and emergency management context in Cameroon, the Central African Republic, the Gabonese Republic and the Republic of Chad.

Organizational Needs: / Operational Requirements:

The employee will work in a professional environment at the CHC, Yaoundé, during normal working hours as defined by the CHC;
The employee may occasionally be required to travel and / or work additional hours, with or without notice, that may occur after regular business hours and on statutory holidays.

Condition(s) of Employment:

• Be able to reside and work legally in Cameroon;
• Be in possession of a valid Cameroonian passport and driver's license;
• Meet the minimum fitness and endurance requirements. The candidate may be subjected to a physical test before and during the period of employment;
• Obtain and maintain a security clearance (Reliability Level) from the Government of Canada for the duration of the employment;
• Successful completion of one year’s probationary period.

Area of selection:

This competition is open to all candidates entitled to live and work in Cameroon and to any indeterminate, term or emergency employee of the High Commission of Canada in Yaoundé who have all the essential qualifications listed and whose application will have been received by the closing date. The Government of Canada is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from various sections of the community. Applicants will be considered on merit, regardless of their ethnic background, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability or any other irrelevant factor.

Important Notes:

How to apply

• Please follow the link http://wfca-tpce.com/vacancyView.php?requirementId=2760& and complete the online application form.
• Candidates must also submit their CV and cover letter online. Applications that do not include all the required information and documents will be rejected. Candidates must demonstrate, in a concise manner, in their cover letter and CV how they possess the essential qualifications and strengths, if any. Only candidates who meet all the essential qualifications will be contacted and invited for further evaluation;
• Candidates who are unable to submit their application due to technical difficulties must report these to: RSCEMA.PERSONNEL@international.gc.ca prior to the closing date. Failure to so will result in the application being rejected.
• Only applications submitted in one of the official languages of Canada will be accepted (English or French). Candidates are entitled to participate in the recruitment process in the official language of their choice and to indicate their preferred official language in their application.
• Communication for this process will be sent via email. It is the responsibility of the candidates to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required.
• Candidates who apply to this vacancy should include an email address that accepts email from unknown users and regularly check their email, including spam folder.
• Reference checks will be sought for candidates that reach interview stage and may form part of the selection process.
• The High Commission of Canada in Yaoundé does not reimburse any travel costs to and from interviews/exams nor does it reimburse any relocation costs.
• The High Commission of Canada in Yaoundé does not sponsor work permits directly or indirectly;
• Candidates requiring any special assistance in attending exams or interviews are requested to inform us.
• The results of this recruitment process may also be used to establish an eligibility list of qualified candidates for similar openings at the High Commission of Canada in Yaoundé which might arise in the 12 months following the completion of this recruitment process.