Earn 41m as Bodyguard (2 Positions) at United States US Embassy

Job Title: Bodyguard (2 Positions)

Organisation: United States US Embassy

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Salary: 41,384,371

Job Summary: The U.S. Mission in Uganda is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for 2 Bodyguard positions in the Regional Security Office. Incumbent serves as a Bodyguard (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 Kampala in order to protect him/her from harm.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Close Protective Services 70%
• 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 principal’s primary BG or BG team member accompanying the COM or designated protectee. Works on a daily schedule as provided by the BG Supervisor and 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. 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.
• Site Visits 20%
• 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 BGs 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.
• Liaisons 10%
• Incumbent establishes and builds relationships with mid-level and senior Kampala 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.
• This position may serve as a driver for the protectee (in emergencies, e.g., an incapacitated limo driver) and should have high skills of defensive driving techniques.

*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.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• All selected candidates must be able to obtain and hold a: Security Certificate; or Public Trust Security Clearance.

Key Requirements:

• Copy of Valid Driving License
• Copy of Academic Transcript

Education Requirements:

• Completion of secondary education, high school diploma, or the local equivalent.

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: Limited knowledge; speaking, reading & writing.
• Host-Country Language: Luganda or Swahili: 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 Uganda’s 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 and 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.
• Possess skills in the use of a firearm. Ability to operate a manual transmission vehicle.
• relationships with mid-level and senior Kampala officials from law enf

How to Apply:

All suitably qualified and Interested applicants should apply online at the link below.

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Deadline: 23rd August 2026

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Level of Education: high school

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 24