Staff and Programme Security Coordinator
The Staff and Programme Security Advisor will advise country offices (CO) on how to reduce risks faced by CAREpersonnel, assets and programs.
This will be achieved by, but not limited to the provision of
professional security approaches, the development of capacity in respect of
security awareness, preparedness and management, which will strive to support
programme implementation.
In coordination with the regional security advisors and the CARE
Security Unit s/he will be responsible to train and support staff to ensure
that any risks are minimized.
S/he will demonstrate a high level of socio-cultural, political
and economic understanding of the many contexts where CARE works.
S/he will also develop a solid working knowledge of CARE's
programmes in order to provide guidance and direction for safety and security
which supports CARE's vision and mission.
S/he will be required to travel to CARE's operational areas,
including volatile and dangerous locations to assist COs in addressing
deteriorating security, develop all security plans, and provide technical
assistance.
S/he will report directly to the Country Director, but shall
submit situational reports to the regional security advisor and CSU as deemed
appropriate by CSU.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Planning
and preparation
- Procedures
and protocols
- Act
in a crisis
- Advise
and report
- Management
and capacity building
Required:
- 5
years experience in assisting international organizations in developing
security strategies for their operations
- 3
years experience working/living in developing countries
- Strong
assessment, evaluation, analysis and strategic planning skills
- High
level of experience in developing security related technical tools
guidelines and systems
- Excellent
oral and written communication skills
- Demonstrated
ability to manage under stressful conditions
Desired:
- Bachelor's
Degree in a field related to humanitarian work or security risk management
- Our
diversity is our strength; we encourage people from all backgrounds and
experiences, particularly women, to apply.
The closing date for this posting, if listed, is approximate.
Job postings may be removed from CARE’s career website at any time.
How to apply:
Closing Date: 14th May 2012
