• 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

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• List education, knowledge & skills, licenses preferred, and all experiences required to perform this position in a fully competent manner.

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

  List academic requirements (if applicable), technical skills, or other knowledge required as a minimum qualification for this position.

• Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field.

• Police/Law Enforcement Training.

List additional work experience required as a minimum qualification for this position.

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

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

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

• Computer literate (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

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

• Ability to communicate well in English and Amharic (verbal and written) – particularly in a crisis situation.

Applicant Types Accepted:

Local Applicants Only

How to Apply

Interested applicants should follow the below application link to apply: CLICK HERE

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