Apply Now British Embassy Job Vacancy in Ethiopia 2026 – British Embassy is inviting qualified and interested candidates to apply for the position of Security Guard. This vacancy is open for applicants who meet the required qualifications and experience. Interested job seekers are encouraged to apply before the deadline.

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British Embassy Job Vacancy

Job Title: Security Guard S2
Organization: British Embassy
Type of Position: Permanent
Working hours per Week: 42
Job Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Number of Vacancies: 02 (Two)
Salary: USD 371.74 (Base salary is subject to tax and other statutory deductions)
Posted Date: February 26, 2026
Application Deadline: March 11, 2026
Official Website: www.gov.uk

Main Purpose of Job

To carry out a full range of guarding duties including checking vehicles and people both entering and leaving the Embassy compound on a 24-hour shift basis. To follow all written and verbal instructions issued to them by the Embassy security managerial staff.

Roles and Responsibilities

Manning allocated duty post as directed.
Checking that persons entering the compound have the authority to do so.
Searching both persons and vehicles (Including using scanners).
Operating access gates to allow pedestrian and vehicular access to and from compound.
Checking that no goods are taken out of the compound without the correct authority.
Responding to any incident (Bomb, Fire and Incident etc) as required in accordance with set procedures.
Always to be a professional, polite, and motivated and smart team player.

Qualifications & Requirements

Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience

Good English and Amharic (both written and Oral).
At least high school graduate.
Experience in the security with police or military and related field with a proven track record of delivering a quality service.
Be open to change and actively seek ways to improve the service of the security section.
Attention to details and good follow up discipline.
Ability to work quickly and reliably with little supervision to meet targets with clear and effective decision making skills.
Be an excellent team player and to contribute and support wider Embassy objectives.

Desirable Qualifications, Skills and Experience

First aid and basic computer skill is an added advantage.
Full Ethiopian Driving Licence (car)

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