SECURITY GUARD for Peace Corps

Statement of Work

Type of position: Personal Service Contractor (PSC)

Grade: Grade 2
Hours: Full Time (48 hours per week)
Supervisor: Director of Management and Operations

1. Qualifications
Minimum of 2 years work experience as a Security Guard
Ability to read, write and speak English
National ID and Valid Labor Card
Experience working in a cross-cultural environment with U.S. citizens preferred
Additional experience in cleaning and maintaining office and residential buildings is preferred
Knowledge of the local community is preferred

2. Background
The mission of Peace Corps worldwide is to promote peace and friendship. Peace Corps was invited to Sierra Leone
in 1961. Hundreds of Peace Corps Volunteers have worked as teachers and health workers in Sierra Leone since
then. The work of a Peace Corps Contractor does not limit itself to the role: active support of the Peace Corps
mission is paramount to the job because contractors are representatives of Peace Corps in Sierra Leone.

3. Objective
Under the general coordination of the General Services Assistant - Facilities, this position supports Peace Corps
Sierra Leone and all duties related to thesafe operation of office buildings and premises. The incumbent must have a
high level of integrity to perform a combination of security and janitorial services under minimal direct supervision.

4. Tasks & Deliverables

Security: 40%
Report all security incidents to the General Services Assistant - Facilities.
Safeguard office supplies, supplies equipment, and vehicle(s).
Conduct the Regional Office or Training Site visitor screening in accordance with PC Sierra Leone
standard operating procedures.
Ensure ALL people visiting the Regional Office or Training Site are registered in the visitors logbook and
receive visitors' badge (if applicable). Inform visitors that badges must be worn/displayed at all times while
visiting the Regional Office or Training Site.
Monitor the Regional Office or Training Site compound area by patrolling the office and premises at least
once per hour, but not on a predictable schedule. Check all doors and windows to be sure that they are
locked and secure. Maintain a logbook of activities
Ensure that all lights, locks and flashlight are in good working condition.
Ensure that all the drive in/out gates and entrance/exit doors are secured at all times
Liaise with the local law enforcement authorities in the Region

Management of Regional Office or Training Site external yard and compound: 30%
Ensure that the Regional Office or Training Site external appearance is clean and attractive
Sweep and/or mop rugs and floors in all rooms on a daily basis.
 Dust shelves, windowsills, tables and other surfaces daily.
Clean windows and glass surfaces weekly.
Disinfect bathrooms (floors, toilet, sinks) every other day or as needed
Wash common cups and dishes used for public water dispenser.
Remove all trash and clutter from office and compound areas.
Empty trash receptacles on a weekly basis or as needed.
Assist in loading and unloading office supplies, materials and PC property etc.as needed

Volunteer Support: 20%

Interact with PCVs in a professional, pleasant, and trustful manner.
Assist in identifying shops/business as requested
Address Volunteer safety and security by adhering to Peace Corps policies and procedures.
Identify and immediately communicate Volunteer safety and security concerns / issues to the Safety and
Security Manager

Administrative Responsibilities: 5%
Assist the General Services Assistant - Facilities in being the official PC Sierra Leone representative and
contact person in the Region if appropriate.
Help maintain the Regional Office or Training Site, keeping the office stocked with cleaning materials,
equipment in working order, and ensuring the office operates to assist Volunteers.

Other: 5%
Other duties as assigned.
Staff support: Interact with PC staff in a professional, pleasant, and trustful manner.

5. Roles and Responsibilities

Every individual with any involvement in the operations of Peace Corps Sierra Leone, whether U.S. Direct
Hire, U.S. Personal Services Contractor, Foreign Service National, Foreign Service Personal Services
Contractor or Volunteer / Trainee has duties and responsibilities directly and/or indirectly associated with
Safety and Security. These duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
o Awareness and understanding of all directives of Peace Corps regarding Safety and Security.
o Awareness and understanding of emergency procedures at both home and office.
o Awareness and understanding of duties associated with the Peace Corps Sierra Leone Emergency
Action Plan.
Availability, at both home and office, of staff and Volunteer contact phone numbers and / or email
addresses in case the stated individual is directed to establish emergency contact and provide emergency
information.
May be required to courier cash and/or purchase orders to various vendors who furnish supplies and/or
services
Maintains current knowledge of the PC Office evacuation Plan, the PC Emergency Action Plan and how to
use fire extinguisher in order to ensure adequate level of safety and support for Peace Corps/Sierra Leone
Volunteers.
Ensure complete confidentiality regarding all information related to Peace Corps staff, volunteers and
Peace Corps/Sierra Leone operations.

6. Logistics & Level of Effort

The position is currently located at the Peace Corps/Sierra Leone Training Site in Port Loko.
 Work environment can be in the Freetown office or residence, upcountry training center or Regional Office
or Training Site, and in the field.
The incumbent must be available for after-hours assignments and responding to emergencies.
The incumbent performs duties during a 48 hour work week. The incumbent may be required to work in the
evenings, weekends, and holidays.