Surveillance Detection Coordinator Expired

The U.S. Embassy in Abuja is recruiting for a Surveillance Detection Coordinator in its Regional Security Office (RSO).

• Announcement Number: Abuja-2026-015

• Position Title: Surveillance Detection Coordinator

• Hiring Agency: Embassy Abuja (Regional Security Office)

• Open Period: 07/21/2026 – 08/04/2026

• Salary: USD $19,951 / Per Year

• Work Schedule: Full-time (40 hours per week)

• Duty Location: Abuja, Nigeria

• Program Oversight & Analysis: Provide daily operational oversight of the Surveillance Detection (SD) Program and deliver timely analysis of notable security events to the RSO.

• Data Management: Analyze, translate, and log daily security reports into the Diplomatic Security Information Reporting (myDSIR) database.

• Team Supervision: Directly supervise 1 SD Technician (if applicable) and 3 SD Supervisors, and indirectly supervise 9 SD Monitors across U.S. Government facilities and event venues.

• Minimum Requirement: Completion of secondary school education / high school diploma (or local equivalent).

• Total Experience: Minimum of two (2) years of military, police, or private security experience.

• Specialized Experience: Must include at least six (6) months of investigative experience and one (1) year of supervisory experience.

• English: Good working knowledge in speaking, reading, and writing.

• Local Languages: Good working knowledge in speaking, reading, and writing in Igbo, Yoruba, or Hausa.

• General knowledge of surveillance techniques, traffic patterns, pedestrian behavior, local facilities, and travel routes.

• Familiarity with local law enforcement capabilities and practices.

• Proven ability to manage and lead a security team effectively.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust security clearance.