Readiness Program Officer (Security and Emergency Management)

Readiness Program Officer (Security and Emergency Management)

Selection Process Nº: 194952-6

Salary: 45,452.75 SEK/month

Contract Type: Indeterminate (Full-Time)

Embassy of Canada to Sweden

Closing date: 24 November, 2024 at 23:59 UTC/GMT +1:00

Please, click on this link to read the complete ad and apply:

https://staffing-les.international.gc.ca/en/careers/readiness-program-officer-security-and-emergency-management-stkhm-194952-en

Duties:

The incumbent is responsible for providing services to enhance the Government of Canada’s operational and physical security planning as well as emergency management, preparedness, and resilience in Sweden.

The incumbent will research and analyze the security environment in Sweden; advise on and coordinate work related to operational security matters; conduct research, draft reports and advise the Readiness Manager and other staff on issues affecting the safety and security of staff, dependents, information, assets and operations in Sweden; develop an extensive network of contacts, liaise with a wide range of local authorities and others who provide security and emergency services, and with counterparts in other organizations; assist in the management of a locally-contracted guard force; coordinate background checks on Staff and contractors; deliver routine group and individual security briefings; develop, implement and deliver operational security measures; assist with the day-to-day management of the program budget and contracting; contribute to emergency management activities and business continuity planning, including providing support for consular related emergency management services to assist Canadians abroad; and perform other duties as required.

Area of Selection: Open to candidates who have the right to reside and work in Sweden, who meet all the essential requirements stated and whose applications are received by the closing date. The Embassy of Canada to Sweden does not sponsor work authorizations.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates must clearly demonstrate how they meet each of these essential qualifications. Language will be assessed further during the process.

Education: Bachelor's degree from a recognized institution in the area of security, logistics, emergency/crisis management, political risk-management or operations management (other related areas of study may be considered) OR a combination of relevant education, training and experience in the field of security, logistics, emergency/crisis management, political risk and security awareness.

Language: Advanced English (oral and written) and Swedish (oral and written)

The employee understands verbal and written information containing complex details, inferences and fine points of meaning, including specialized or less familiar content; writes texts and verbally describes ideas that are developed and presented in a coherent manner; uses oral and written vocabulary and grammar, as well as spelling, that are generally appropriate and require few corrections; gives clear, detailed descriptions of complex topics and can easily summarize a discussion and express and sustain opinions, both in writing and orally; and can respond to complex and hypothetical questions, both in writing and orally.

Experience: minimum of two (2) years of direct and relevant experience in the field of Security and Emergency Management which may include, but is not limited to:

- Developing and implementing security and/or emergency management operating procedures, processes, best practices and guidelines;

- Researching and analyzing complex security and/or emergency management information, identifying gaps, and providing appropriate advice and recommendations to Management;

- Developing and providing security and/or emergency management briefings and/or training;

- Building and maintaining a security and/or emergency management network.

RATED REQUIREMENTS

Methods of assessment can be written examination, oral interview (online or in-person), role-play, practical tests, presentations and/or psychometric assessment.

- Knowledge of the Swedish government security and emergency institutions as well as law-enforcement agencies;

- Knowledge of security mitigation features and practices for ensuring security of persons, information, physical property;

- Knowledge of emergency management concepts, theories and practices;

- Basic knowledge of financial administration, budgeting, payments;

- Knowledge of Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint.

Competencies: Working with others and horizontal leadership. Demonstrate a high level of integrity, reliability, and adaptability.

Abilities:

- to conduct research, to analyze information from various sources quickly and efficiently;

- to organize work to meet tight deadlines, multi-task effectively and work well under pressure with minimal supervision;

- to respond to sensitive emergency situations with urgency, discretion and sound judgement;

- to draft reports and other communications in English.

Asset Qualifications: preference may be given to candidates who meet the Asset Qualifications.

- Working experience with an international organization, governmental organization, diplomatic mission or embassy in the area of readiness;

- Experience in writing detailed security reports, preferably in English;

- Experience overseeing a locally hired guard force;

- Experience obtaining quotes from security and emergency management service providers;

- Specialized education in corporate security, emergency management, or risk analysis;

- Knowledge of French.

Operational Requirements:

- 37.5 hours per week, full time at the Embassy;

- Overtime, on short notice, may be required;

- Occasional overnight travel, within and outside of Sweden.

Conditions of Employment:

Conditions of employment must be met or complied with and are to be maintained throughout the employment while being the incumbent of this position.

- Valid work authorization.

- Security screening: Obtain and maintain a Reliability Status (security level) which includes a criminal and credit background check covering the entire employment period.

Please click on this link to read the complete ad and apply. Only applications received through the website will be considered.

https://staffing-les.international.gc.ca/en/careers/readiness-program-officer-security-and-emergency-management-stkhm-194952-en