Operational Support Officer - British Embassy, Bogota

About the role

The British Embassy in Bogota is recruiting an Operational Support Officer (Executive Officer grade, fixed-term, 35 hours per week, with possible renewal). The post provides operational support through information analysis, report production, dissemination of intelligence and document translation, supporting operational and investigative activities. It is based in Colombia.

Key responsibilities

• Gather, evaluate, collate and structure information from a variety of sources to support operational and investigative activity.
• Use analytical techniques, tools and resources to identify trends, patterns, risks and opportunities.
• Produce, quality assure and disseminate strategic, tactical and operational reports for local, national and international stakeholders.
• Support officers preparing operational briefings, presentations and intelligence updates.
• Manage, maintain and analyse operational data, ensuring accuracy, integrity and compliance with policies and procedures.
• Identify, assess and monitor operational, security and reputational risks, escalating concerns where appropriate.
• Support the development of operational strategies through research, analysis and evidence-based recommendations.
• Share information and intelligence with internal and external partners in line with information-sharing protocols.
• Translate documents, correspondence and operational material as required.
• Maintain accurate records and audit trails of information, reports and intelligence products.

Required profile

• 5-Eyes National status; British citizenship or citizenship of Australia, Canada, New Zealand or the United States, with at least 6 months of living and working in one of those countries in the past 5 years.
• Experience in information management, including report production and dissemination.
• Fluent written and spoken English and Spanish; proficiency level required.
• Legal right to live and work in Colombia.
• Desirable: valid UK Government security clearance and IT literacy.

Required skills

• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Excellent time management, organisation and communication skills.

What we offer

• Salary of COP 8,714,201 per month; salaries not subject to local income tax are abated by an equivalent amount.
• Generous vacation and leave time, flexible working patterns and learning and development opportunities.
• Applicants may be placed on a reserve list for up to 6 months if unsuccessful.

Applications close on 8 November 2026; candidates must complete the full online application form and pass a background check.