AboutAnnouncement Number:LILONGWE-2025-010Hiring Agency:Embassy LilongwePosition Title:BODYGUARD (Open to All Interested Applicants)Open Period:08/25/2025 – 09/05/2025Format MM/DD/YYYYVacancy Time Zone:GMT+2Series/Grade:LE – 0701 5Salary:USD $9,775 /Per YearWork Schedule:Full-time – • 40 HOURS per weekPromotion Potential:LE-5Duty Location(s):3 Vacancy inLilongwe, MITelework Eligible:NoFor More Info:
HR Section
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Lilongwestatehr@state.govOverviewHiring Path:• Open to the publicWho May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:This position is open to:
• All Interested Applicants / All Sources
• Current Employees of the Mission
• U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs) – All AgenciesFor USEFM – grade is FP-7. Actual FP salary authorized by Washington D.C.Security Clearance Required:Public Trust – Background InvestigationAppointment TypePermanentAppointment Type Details:• Indefinite subject to successful completion of probationary periodMarketing Statement:EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO): The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.Summary:The U.S. Mission in Malawi is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the three Bodyguard positions in the RSO-Lilongwe office.Supervisory Position:YesRelocation Expenses Reimbursed:NoTravel Required:Occasional TravelTravels to various locations in the host country to provide protection support.Back to topDuties Serves as Bodyguards (BG) in the execution of protective security operations for the U.S. Ambassador/Chief of Mission (COM), and other designated or visiting U.S. government officials as directed.Under the supervision of the BG Supervisor and managed by the Regional Security Officer (RSO) to US EMBASSY
Lilongwe in order to protect him/her from harm. Back to topQualifications and EvaluationsRequirements:All selected candidates must be able to obtain and hold a:Local Security CertificationAll selected candidates will be subject to a background investigation and may be subject to a pre-employment medical exam.Selected candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time 4 weeks upon receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.Education Requirements:Completion of secondary education, high school diploma, or the local equivalent.Evaluations:You will be evaluated against the qualifications and requirements in this vacancy announcement.
You may be asked to complete a pre-employment language or skills test.
You must complete the application form and provide the required documents. Your application must address all the position qualifications and requirements including education, experience, language, and any knowledge/skills/abilities listed. If you fail to submit a complete application, then your application may be disqualified for this position.Qualifications:Experience:A minimum of two (2) years of private sector, government, police, or military experience in one or more of the following categories: bodyguard, armed escort, law enforcement officer, combat arms or infantry soldier, or other related professional security experience.Language: English: Level 2 – Limited knowledge; speaking, reading & writing.Chichewa: Level 2 – Limited knowledge; speaking, reading & writing.Job Knowledge:A thorough knowledge of defense measures to be used in the event of a personal or terrorist attack, such as that learned in the military or law enforcement training. Knowledge in medical, fire, hostile attack, defensive and emergency driving procedures. Must be familiar with Malawi Police Services, military, security and other government offices to ensure effective liaison and to facilitate effective protective operations including advance and motorcade operations.Skills And Abilities:Must have initiative and resourcefulness in accomplishing tasks.Must be able to deal effectively with people of other cultures to obtain cooperation and reach common
goals.Possesses good leadership and interpersonal skills.Good working computer skills are required.Must be able to work variable shifts, 24 hour on-call schedule, and able to travel outside capital city on an as needed basis.Proficient in first aid and use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED).Must be alert, have fast reflexes, active thinking, excellent observational skills, adaptation, take decisive actions, stay calm in dangerous situations, teamwork, communication skills, etc. and have the ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.Must be physically fit and be able to endure frequent travel, long working hours, and a stressful working environment while maintaining the above standards. Should be trained on emergency first-aid and be AED/CPR qualified.Back to topBenefits and Other InfoBenefits:Agency Benefits:The U.S. Mission offers a competitive compensation and benefits package for local employees.For Eligible Family Member (EFM) applicants, benefits should be discussed with the HR Office. The pay plan is assigned by the HR Office and confirmed by Washington, D.C.Other Information:HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS: A hiring preference is extended to eligible and qualified applicants in the order listed below. It is essential you accurately describe your status in your application, failure to do so may result in a determination that you are not eligible for a hiring preference.HIRING PREFERENCE ORDERAppointment Eligible Family Member (AEFM) / U.S. citizen Eligible Family Member (USEFM) who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*AEFM / USEFMForeign Service (FS) on Leave without Pay (LWOP) and Civil Service (CS) with reemployment rights *** IMPORTANT: US citizen Eligible Family Member (USEFM) applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of their most recent DD-214 (“Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty”) preferably Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs which indicates the present existence of a service-connected disability, equivalent documentation, or certification. A “certification” is any written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions within 120 days after the certification is submitted by the applicant. The certification letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service. Acceptable documentation must be submitted in order for the preference to be given.** This level of preference applies to all FS employees on LWOP and CS with re-employment rights back to their agency or bureau.For complete definitions of AEFM, USEFM, EFM, Member of Household, etc., please visit the 3 FAM 7210 Definitions.ADDITIONAL EMPLOYMENT CONSIDERATIONSThe following apply to EFMs, USEFMs, and AEFMs only:Current employees who used a hiring preference to gain employment who are within their first 90 calendar days of employment are not eligible. This does not apply when the hiring mechanism is TEMP or the work schedule is intermittent or irregular.Candidates with a hiring preference who have already accepted a conditional offer of employment may NOT be extended a second conditional offer of employment unless and until they withdraw their candidacy for the first position in writing.The following apply to Locally Employed (LE) staff only:Current employees serving a probationary period are not eligible.Current employees with an Overall Summary Rating of Needs Improvement, Unsatisfactory, or an MBC score of less than 100 points on their most recent Employee Performance Report are not eligible. Back to topHow to ApplyHow to Apply:Click the “Apply to This Vacancy” button at the top of the page to begin your application. For an instructional video on how to apply click here.Please address all relevant experience, education, language skills (including English), and job related skills or requirements in your application.You may edit your application any time before the vacancy closing date. If you fail to submit a complete application by the vacancy closing date of this vacancy, then your application may be disqualified for this position.For a copy of the complete position description, please contact the HR Office.To request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the HR Office. Required Documents:Please upload all applicable documents to your application. If you fail to submit a complete application, then your application may be disqualified for this position.All Applicants:Secondary school Certificate/ high school diploma (if applicable)Driver’s License (if applicable)Resume (if applicable)In addition, Eligible Family Member (EFM) Applicants must submit:Copy of Sponsor’s Travel Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent)Passport copyDD-214 – Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)SF-50 (if applicable)Next Steps:The HR Office will contact successful applicants. For more information on applying for jobs or employment with us, please visit the U.S. Mission website.Thank you for your application and your interest in working with us.
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