Field Security Coordinator | SNNPR

Major Responsibility

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.

Security Operations

• Work with the Response Manager/ Country 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.

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.

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.

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.

Required Education, training, license, registration, and certification

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

Required Professional Experience

• At least three (3) years’ experience in a proven security field (public, private, and government or NGO sectors).  Choose appropriate:
• Experience in operating in high security risk environment/ armed conflict situations
• Ability to communicate well in English (verbal and written) – particularly in a crisis situation.
• Computer literate (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Experience:

• 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.