Field Security Coordinator

Number of Employees Needed: 2(Two)

Work Location: Afar(Semera), North East Hub(Kombolcha)

Contract Duration:  1 year with possibility of extension

1. Strategy & Planning

• Develop and implement the Response Office security strategy in alignment with WV security policy so as to ensure the operational priorities of the National Office are appropriately supported.
• Ensure Security Risk Assessments, Country Risk Ratings and Core Security Requirement standards, processes and procedures are completed in accordance with current Office of Corporate Security guidelines and training
• Provide leadership/ management of the security focal person’s in country.

2. Security Operations

• Work with the Response Manager/ Response Security Manager to carry out Security Risk Assessments as required/directed.
• Country Risk Ratings are established and updated as required
• Ensure Core Security Requirements are implemented in line with Country Risk Ratings
• Provide input and support to management in crisis situations and critical incidents
• Conduct security investigations when required.

3. Networking and External Liaison/Engagement

• Represent WV at local NGO security network meetings and ensure information from these groups is disseminated to relevant staff.
• Build ongoing networks for sharing security information and coordination.

4. Capacity Building and Technical Training

• Coordinate the assessment, development and implementation of the national office capacity building plan for security management based on local security risk assessments.
• Seek to develop a culture of security awareness and monitor staff compliance.

5. Reporting and Documentation

• Provide a regular security report to the Response Office, region and Office of Corporate Security.
• Ensure that all security incidents are reported in accordance with WV Security Policy.
• Conduct performance reviews of the field-based security focal persons.
• Collect, analyze and disseminate security information appropriately.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field. Police/Law Enforcement Training.
• At least three (3) years’ experience in a proven security field (public, private, and government or NGO sectors).
• Experience in operating in high security risk environment/ armed conflict situations.
• Minimum (2) years’ experience working with UN Agency / NGO plus field security experience.
• Radio and/or Satellite phone communications experience, operations and management.

Other Competencies/Attributes

• No previous criminal record or convictions
• REQUIRED: Confirmed employment  of the security coordinator is contingent on him/her passing the HEAT training course within 90 days of employment or approved OCS equivalent   (probation period)
• Demonstrated experience in designing and delivering training.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively under pressure (particularly in a crisis situation)
• Valid Passport and Driver License
• First Aid qualified
• Practical knowledge of tools, mechanisms and procedures for personal and organizational security.
• Professional - behave in professional manner at all times and demonstrate ability to represent the organization well at interagency meetings
• Demonstrated personal values, attitudes and behaviors that are consistent with World Vision Core Values.

How to Apply

Interested applicants must require to apply before the closing date of this announcement Only to the link

• https://worldvision.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/WorldVisionInternational/details/Field-Security-Coordinator_R5263: For North East Hub(Kombolcha)
• https://worldvision.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/WorldVisionInternational/details/Field-Security-Coordinator_R5264 : For Afar(Semera)

World Vision Ethiopia is a child focused Organization and is striving to keep children safe and is committed to ensuring that only those who are suitable to work with children are considered for this position.

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