View Vacancy – OPT – Security Officer (S1)

• Written and spoken Hebrew would be an advantage but is not essential.

Eligibility:

If you are selected for this position, the Consulate General will be able to employ you as long as you:

• Receive the appropriate level of standard security clearance; and
• Currently hold a valid local work permit and Jerusalem ID; and
• A B2 Israeli driving license.

Working hours:

The Consulate General aims to offer an attractive working environment and remuneration package for this role, including a non-negotiable salary of ILS 6,815 per month plus a disturbance allowance of ILS 1,363 and transport allowance of ILS 497 and social benefits. No accommodation nor relocation expenses are payable in connection with this position.

This position is for a full-time employment, on a permanent contract basis subject to a 6-month probation period. The security team works 365 days a year and covers 24 hours per day. Working hours are at 40 hours per week, shift based 8 hours, 5 days a week including weekends and public holidays.

The Consulate General actively promotes learning and development including through a dedicated learning and development committee. All staff have the opportunity to develop their own personal development plan and receive feedback and support from their line manager. Staff have access to activities organised by the learning and development committee and to a range of online learning opportunities through the FCDO’s International Academy.

Some mandatory and essential training are required at the start of the role (security, introduction to our IT systems etc). The Consulate runs regular workshops and teach-ins from experts on different topics related to the OPTs, open to all staff.

How to apply:

Interested candidates must include 1) an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) 2) a covering letter/ motivation essay stating how you meet the requirements of the role; and 3) examples, in the relevant sections of the online application form, of how you meet the key behaviours and skills required.

Applications that do not include this information will not be considered.

Closing date of receiving applications is before 23:55 (local time) on 17 July 2024.

Applications received after the stated deadline will not be considered.

Internal candidates (i.e., those who are currently employed by the British Embassy Tel Aviv and British Consulate General in Jerusalem) applying for this position should consider informing their current line manager upon submission of their application. 

Process:

The recruitment process, including security clearance, is expected to take around two-three months. The security clearance process includes checks available in country and with UK, dependant on the security level required for the role and the candidates profile and UK footprint. You may experience some delay in the progress of this recruitment campaign, and we are working hard to minimise any disruption.

Appointable candidates who were unsuccessful at interview may be placed on a ‘reserve list’. If during the reserve period of six (6) months the same or a largely similar role becomes available, that role may be offered to the second or subsequent candidate.

The start date mentioned in the advert is tentative start date and the successful candidate will be required to undergo security-vetting procedures. Any offer of employment will be subject to the candidate achieving suitable clearances and reference checks.

The British Consulate General is an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to inclusivity, a diverse workforce and valuing difference. Staff recruited locally by the British Consulate General are subject to terms and conditions of service according to local employment law.