RECRUIT PRIVATES

BE THE SHIELD OF THE NATION, JOIN THE BOTSWANA DEFENCE FORCE

Vacancies exist in the Botswana Defence Force for both male and female young Batswana who are prepared to serve their country on a permanent and pensionable basis.

The following qualitative requirements shall apply:

• Aged between 18-24 years
• Be physically fit
• No adverse criminal record
• Candidates should be in possession of the National Identity card (Omang)
• Minimum entry height of 165cm
• Must be in possession of BGCSE certificate with a minimum of 24 points
• Any other qualification would be an added advantage

SELECTION PROCESS

Shortlisted candidates should be prepared to:

• Undergo a physical fitness assessment.
• Undergo a comprehensive medical examination.
• Submit original copies of their certificates for authentication.
• Success candidates will have to undergo 6 months Basic Military Training.

BENEFITS:

• Free accommodation and subsidised utilities (water, gas & electricity)
• Optional contributory medical aid scheme (Govt pays 50% and employee pays 50%)
• Compulsory contributory pension fund (Govt pays 15% and employee pays 5%)
• Leave concession after every 2 years

REMUNERATION

BDF offers a remuneration which is commensurate with qualification and skills.

Leave Days per Annum: 25 Days

KEY SKILLS AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Be a team player,
• Be ready to serve in a variety of geographic locations and environmental conditions.
• Be loyal and trustworthy
• Be Creative
• .Quality decision making skills
• Perseverance.
• Problem solving skills.
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Certified copies of educational certificates, references and Omang must be enclosed in the application and forwarded to;

The Commander
Botswana Defence Force
Reference: Pvts – Recruit Vacancy 1/14
Private Bag X06
Gaborone

Closing date: 14 November 2014

No hand deliveries will be allowed. Only successful candidates will be responded to.

For further inquiries please contact the Recruitment Board at 3662135.