With over 70 years of experience, our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith

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Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategy & Planning

• Develop and implement the Office security strategy in alignment with WV security policy so as to ensure the operational priorities of the Hub Office are appropriately supported.

• Ensure Security Risk Assessments, Context Risk Ratings and Core Security Requirement standards, processes and procedures are completed in accordance with current Safety Security and Resilience guidelines and training

• Provide leadership/ management of the security focal person’s in the region.

2. Security Operations

• Work with the Country Security Manager to carry out Security Risk Assessments as required/directed.

• Context Risk Ratings are established and updated as required

• Ensure Core Security Requirements are implemented in line with Context 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 hub 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 Hub Office.

• 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

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Minimum education, training and experience requirements to qualify for the position:

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field. Police/Law Enforcement Training.

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) At least three (3) years’ experience in a proven security field (public, private, and government or NGO sectors).  Choose appropriate:

• Operational

• Strategic / Managerial

Experience in operating in high security risk environment/ armed conflict situations.

License, registration, or certification required to perform this position:

If applicable, include language requirement(s) as a minimum qualification for this position.

Ability to communicate well in English, Afaan Oromo and Amharic (verbal and written) – particularly in a crisis situation. Computer literate (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Experience

List academic requirements, technical skills or other knowledge preferred for this position.

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.

List additional work experience preferred for this position.

Minimum (2) years’ experience working with UN Agency / NGO plus field security experience. Radio and/or Satellite phone communications experience, operations and management.

Work Environment

Include travel & work environment details.

Complete Travel and/or Work Environment statements if applicable.

•  This position requires regular travel between Hub Office and programming areas.

• International travel may also be required.

• Non-standard work hours due to the nature of the security occurrences – may be asked outside of normal office hours.

How to Apply

Interested applicants can send their CV with three references using the link: CLICK HERE

World Vision is a child-focused organization that is committed to safeguarding all children as well as adult beneficiaries and has zero tolerance for incidents of violence or abuse against children or adults, including sexual exploitation or abuse, committed either by employees or others affiliated with our work. Therefore, World Vision does not hire staff whose background is not suitable for working with children or vulnerable adults, even if their role does not interact directly with them.

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