Bodyguard - All Interested Applicants /All Sources

Announcement Number: Ouaga-2026-005

Grade: LE - 0701 5

Salary: XOF CFA8,000,374 /Per Year

Open Period: 07/03/2026 - 07/17/2026 Format MM/DD/YYYY

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Announcement Number: Ouaga-2026-005 Hiring Agency: Embassy Ouagadougou Position Title: Bodyguard - All Interested Applicants /All Sources Open Period: 07/03/2026 - 07/17/2026 Format MM/DD/YYYY Vacancy Time Zone: GMT Series/Grade: LE - 0701 5 Salary: XOF CFA8,000,374 /Per Year Work Schedule: Full-time - 40 hours per week Promotion Potential: LE-5 Duty Location(s): 2 Vacancy in Ouagadougou, BF Telework Eligible: No For More Info: HR Section 000-000-0000 HRatPost@state.gov

Overview:

Hiring Path: • Competitive service Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency: This position is opened to: • All Interested Applicants/All Sources For USEFM - FP grade is 09. Actual FP salary authorized by Washington D.C. Security Clearance Required: Public Trust - Background Investigation Appointment Type Permanent Appointment Type Details: Indefinite subject to successful completion of probationary period Marketing 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 Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the Bodyguard position in the Regional Security Office. Supervisory Position: No Relocation Expenses Reimbursed: No Back to top

Duties:

Routine Duties: Provides close protection services for the COM and Emergency Action Committee (EAC) approved personnel working in a varied and sometimes life-threatening environment. Serves as the principle's primary bodyguard or bodyguard team member accompanying the COM or designated protectee. Works on a daily schedule as provided by the RSO. The incumbent is authorized the use of force in accordance with and subject to local laws, Post's/Mission Use of Force policy, and Department of State guidance. Provides personal protective security to the COM or designated protectee during motorcade operations, walking moves, and while in residence. Provides perimeter security by standing post and conducting counter-surveillance at events attended by protectee. Travels with the COM or designated protectee on in-country travel. Drafts reports for the Regional Security Officer regarding daily duties, equipment, expenses, and any irregularities. Incumbent is required to travel to various locations in the host country to provide protection support. BG may also be required to operate protectee vehicle in exigent situation. (70%)

Site Visits: May be called upon to oversee complex security arrangements at hotels, convention centers, restaurants, and other special event venues visited by protectee. Works with other bodyguards in production of detailed security surveys and recommends placement of security personnel and resources in order to control access and enhance safety at all venues. Conducts advance security planning at all venues as well as primary, secondary and emergency route planning. (20%)

Liaisons: Incumbent establishes and builds relationships with mid-level and senior Burkinabe officials from law enforcement, protocol, and local security elements in order to facilitate effective protective security operations and maintain good relations for the U.S. Embassy protection team. Incumbent is required to maintain liaison with local government law enforcement and security officials, protocol offices and local security in various jurisdictions throughout the country. (10%) **Note: This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by incumbent. Incumbent will be required to perform other duties as assigned by the agency. Back to top

Qualifications and Evaluations:

Requirements: All selected candidates must be able to obtain and hold a: security certificate; or public trust security clearance. All 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 upon receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.

Education Requirements: High/Secondary school diploma (BAC) is required. Host government Driver’s License to operate up to Sport Utility Vehicle is required.

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 three years’ experience as a commercial bodyguard, civilian or host government police or military is required. Language: English: Limited Knowledge speaking/reading/writing. This may be tested. French: Fluency speaking, reading & writing, may include the ability to translate.

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 of medical, fire, hostile attack, defensive and emergency driving procedures. Must be familiar with Burkinabe police, gendarmerie, 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. Must have a valid driver license. Must be able to demonstrate judgment and basic safe driving skills in both oral and practical examination. Must be able to operate an armored vehicle (if available) and pass the defensive driving training. 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 and as needed basis. Proficient in first aid and use of an 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. Possess skills in the use of a firearm. 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 top

Benefits and Other Info:

Benefits: 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 ORDER Appointment Eligible Family Member (AEFM) / U.S. citizen Eligible Family Member (USEFM) who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*
• AEFM / USEFM Foreign 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 CONSIDERATIONS The 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 top

How to Apply:

How to Apply: All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a Public Trust Security clearance. How to apply: Create an account on the Electronic Recruitment Application (ERA) Website at https://erajobs.state.gov/dos-era/bfa/vacancysearch/searchVacancies.hms Choose Announcement Number Ouaga-2026-005 Bodyguard and complete the online application. Upload any additional documentation that supports or addresses the requirements listed above (e.g. resume, cover letter, degrees certificates, wok permits & SF 50 if applicable) into the Electronic Recruitment Application system. click on the " Apply to This Vacancy" to submit your application. For more information on how to apply, visit the Mission internet site https://bf.usembassy.gov/jobs/

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: Residency Permit (if applicable) Work Permit (if applicable) High/Secondary school diploma (BAC) is required. Host government Driver’s License to operate up to Sport Utility Vehicle is required. Work attestations Driver's License Others In addition, Eligible Family Member (EFM) Applicants must submit: Copy of Sponsor's Travel Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent) Passport copy DD-214 - Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable) SF-50 (if applicable)

Next Steps: Applicants who are invited to take a language or skills test, or who are selected for an interview will be contacted via email or telephone call. For further information - the complete position description listing all of the duties, responsibilities, required qualifications, etc. may be obtained by contacting the Human Resources Office. Thank you for your application and your interest in working at the U.S. Mission in Ouagadougou/Burkina Faso. Back to top