Botswana Defence Force | Online Application Form 2024

Access the Botswana Defence Force (BDF) Online Application Form and apply for the latest vacancy. Botswana Defence Force (BDF) is pleased to announce to the general public that the latest vacancies exist for OFFICER CADET Posts. Apply for Privates Exist Online.

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Qualification

Potential Candidates should possess the following;

A Levels with a minimum of grade B in Mathematics, Sciences, and English Language
BGCSE or Equivalent with a minimum of 42 points and a minimum of grade B in Mathematics, Sciences, and English Language.

Botswana Defense Force Entry Requirements

Botswana Citizens are both male and female (with no dual citizenship).
Should be in possession of a valid National ID card (Omang).
Candidates must be Aged between 18 – 28 years
Be physically and mentally fit.
No adverse criminal records
Minimum height of 160 cm for males and 155 cm for females
Minimum body weight of 55 Kg for males and 45 Kg for females.
Female candidates must not be pregnant at recruitment.
Candidates should be unmarried with no dependents or legal obligation to support a child or children.

Key Personal Attributes

High sense of Duty, Integrity, Esprit de Corps, Courage, Discipline, and Loyalty.

Remuneration, Benefits, and Opportunities

BDF offers competitive remuneration and benefits packages commensurate with qualifications over and above the following;

Free accommodation and subsidized utilities
Professional and academic growth
Local and international exposure
20% BDF X-factor allowance
Free advanced medical cover

Minimum Qualification

Aspiring candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent and should indicate their preferred Career field and Code of interest in line with their qualifications. Candidates are ONLY allowed to apply for one (1) career field.

CODE	CAREER FIELD	QUALIFICATION(S)
001	Combat Operations	Management, Information Systems, Social Sciences, Humanities, Education, and any related Bachelors courses.
002	Engineering	Aviation, Computer and Telecommunications, Construction and Building, Mechanical, Auto Electrical, Industrial, and any related Engineering courses.
003	Aviation (Pilots)	Pilot Candidates: Possess a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent (Preferably with good passes in sciences, mathematics, and English at BGCSE or equivalent).
004	Logistics	Supply Chain, Hospitality, Quality Control, Clothing Design and Textile, and any related Logistics courses.
005	Administration and Management	Finance and Accounting, Law, Criminology, and any related Administration and Management courses.
006	Medicine and Health	Medical, Veterinary and any Health related courses.
007	Music	Fine Arts, and any Music-related courses.

Applicants from the following professions with less than three (3) years’ work experience and registered and licensed to practice with relevant statutory bodies may apply:

Medical Officers,
Dentists,
Physiotherapist,
Pharmacists,
Specialist Nurses,
Lawyers,
Veterinary Officers
Bio-Medical Engineers,
Clinical/Industrial Psychologist,
Chaplains (Ordained Ministers).

NB: Botswana Defence Force has established Mobile Recruitment Centres in the following areas; Gantsi, Kasane, Tsabong, Maun, Francistown, Palapye, and Gaborone as Main Centres. It is Compulsory that candidates should indicate their Place of Preference in their applications.

BDF Selection Process

All candidates will have to undergo a selection process that includes the following:

Physical Fitness Assessment (2.4 km Run, Push-Ups and Sit-Ups).
Comprehensive Medical Examination in accordance with BDF Recruitment Medical Standards.
Aptitude Tests, Interviews, and Group Tests.

Mandatory Training and Deployment

Successful candidates shall undergo 12 months of Basic Military Training. Upon completion of training, officers must be ready to serve in various geographic locations and environmental conditions. Certified copies of the National Identity Card (Omang), relevant educational certificates/documents, transcripts, CV, and references must be attached.

How to Apply for Botswana Defence Force Online

To get started, access the Botswana Defence Force Online Application Form and attach certified copies of relevant educational certificates/documents, transcripts, and National Identity Card (Omang). CV and references must be attached and forwarded to the link below:

Access https://online.bdf.org.bw/
Navigate and tap on Apply Now
URL redirects you to BDF e-Recruitment Portal
Fill in all required details
Preview and Submit

Only applicants with constraints in using the link above are allowed to send their application to the address below:

The Commander

Botswana Defence Force

Private Bag X06

Gaborone

Reference: O/CDT: VAC 1/2023 (the reference number changes every year and is unique)

NB: Kindly ensure that your contact details especially mobile phones are valid as they will be used for the invitation to the selection process.

Hand deliveries will not be allowed. Only shortlisted candidates will be responded to.