Australian High Commission
Papua New Guinea

140115 - PV - Security Administrative Assistant

15 January 2013

Position Vacancy

Security Administrative Assistant
LE4
Salary Range K54,731 – K72,567

The Australian High Commission (AHC) is seeking to recruit a suitable applicant with relevant experience for the position of Security Administrative Assistant within the Security Section:

Under the direction of Security Manager, the incumbent will be required to perform a range of administrative duties, including:

  • Be fully conversant with the operation of the AHC Security Operations Centre (SOC) and perform all duties in relation to the effective operation of the SOC.
  • Manage a computerised access control system;
  • Monitor, record and process security related invoices and report on office managed budgets and accounts;
  • Monitor and respond to any unauthorised or unusual activity and alarms as reported to AHC security or observed on the CCTVs or received through radio broadcasts;
  • As directed, raise and record purchase orders and liaise with service providers for the repair and maintenance of security equipment at the Chancery and the residences;
  • Control and record the issue and return of facility and residential keys and assist with the management of the key control system;
  • Update all operational data held in the SOC as necessary – this includes telephone numbers, fax numbers, radio call signs, visitor’s details and registers;
  • Provide escort/supervision duties to the service provider’s staff;
  • Establish and maintain productive working relationships with relevant contacts within the AHC and outside agencies including family members of A-based staff.

This is a security assessed position and to fulfil the full range of duties applicants must be Australian Citizens and be willing to undergo security vetting.

Selection Criteria

  • Good communication skills, both orally and in writing.
  •  Good organisational skills, problem-solving skills and sound judgement.
  • A strong commitment to provide quality client services in a team environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to work under limited supervision in a critical service environment.
  • Demonstrated experience with the full range of Microsoft Office programs and a capability to use other software packages.
  • An understanding of the role and function of the Australian High Commission in Papua New Guinea.

Applicants must briefly address how you meet each selection criteria and provide a covering letter and a copy of your resume.
 

Applications close COB Friday 31 January 2014 and must be posted or emailed to:

Human Resource Section
C/- Australian High Commission
Locked Bag 129
WAIGANI
N.C.D

By Email: [email protected]

Late applications will not be considered.
 

The Australian High Commission promotes a workplace free from discrimination and harassment and is a smoke and buai free environment. All recruitment is based solely on merit. Offers of employment are conditional on satisfactory medical and security clearances.