CARE International in Kenya is
looking for a well organized and highly motivated individual who is
result-oriented to fill the following position:
Job Title: Safety and Security Officer
Department / Project: Safety & Security / RAP
Supervisor: Safety & Security Coordinator
Location / Duty Station: Dadaab
Ref: SSO/06/2015
Grade: F Band 1
Job Summary & Purpose: Reporting to the Safety & Security Coordinator the Safety and Security Officer will assist in the smooth running of the Safety and Security department within the Refugee Assistance Programme, Dadaab.
S/he will be responsible for
supervision of contracted security guards services within their respective
camp, Food Distribution Points (FDP), programme sites and reporting of all
security situations to Safety & Security Coordinator (SSC) within and
around the camp.
In addition s/he will be responsible
for safeguarding the organization’s assets, detection and prevention of crime,
as well as carrying out investigations and submitting reports.
Responsibilities and Tasks
R1: Responsible for the Management of the Safety and Security of CARE staffs and property within respective/allocated camp/project sites and Food Distribution Points
Responsibilities and Tasks
R1: Responsible for the Management of the Safety and Security of CARE staffs and property within respective/allocated camp/project sites and Food Distribution Points
- Conducting daily security checks at the
camps/its environs and report to the SCC.
- Work with administration staff to ensure
appropriate steps are taken to safeguard office premises, equipment and
residential property (guards, locks, lighting, alarms, and fire
equipment).
- Ensure adequate supervision of the G4S
security guards in the camp.
- To continuously update the SSC or his delegate
on all security incidents and information of the region.
- To prepare camp based weekly security
situation report and send to SSC or his delegate.
- Assist the SSC in implementing Dadaab annual
operation plans by being in charge of specific camp based activities.
R2: Responsible for Gathering and Dissemination of security
information
- Gather all security information in her/his
respective camp, analyze and disseminate the same to staff in the
respective camp and share relevant security related information with
other IPs.
- Develop a network of contacts among local actors
to facilitate CARE work and enhance the security of its operations.
- Assist the SSC in conducting periodic and
appropriate safety and security related trainings for all CARE staff in
Dadaab.
- Conduct internal investigations as will be
required and give reports to the SSC.
- Liaise with Kenya police, UNHCR security, G4S,
Community Self Management Security Committee, the Section/Block leaders
and CDS Incentive Workers, in order to collect security information from
the community.
- Report on a regular/daily basis to Safety and
Security Coordinator or his delegated authority in order to inform
operational planning and decision making. Report on critical incidents,
trends, population movements, potential triggers, etc
R3: Security Management
- Perform security assessments and physical
survey in CARE camps, FDPs and project sites and submit report with
recommendations to SSC.
- Work with SSC or Delegated authority to
develop and regularly update the Safety and Security Management Plan and
tools in accordance with the nature of safety and security risks including
detailed threat assessment, standard operating procedures for personal
movement & transport, office, warehouse, telecommunications, incident
report sheets and asset protection.
- Promote team work and spirit through participatory
leadership in the delivery of safety and security services.
- Review safety and security procedures in
consultation with SSC.
- Implement safety and Security
Policies/Procedures.
- Supervise and enforce compliance to safety and
security standards and procedures.
R4: Contingency Planning
- Work with SSC to develop camp specific
contingency plans for incidents management events such as; Accidents,
ambush, car hijacking, Severe injuries and serious illness
(hospitalization or medivac), Kidnapping, Death of employee, Destruction
of essential assets.
- Establish relocation and emergency evacuations
plans for the camp.
- Review periodically past experiences and
practices and propose improvements based on analytical judgment.
R5: Participate in general food exercise
- Monitor food distribution exercises and advise
on issues related to safety and security.
- Ensures proper crowd control and continously
monitor the security situation during the distribution exercise.
- Ensures there is police presence during the
food distribution and during the salary payments of the Incentive Workers.
Authority
Spending Authority: N/A
Supervision: Refugee
Workers (Security Guards)
Decision Making: Makes
normal decisions on effective and efficient performance of responsbilities of
the position
Contact Key Relationships
External: UNHCR, WFP, IOM and other IPs, Privately Contracted Security Firm, Kenya Police, District Officer, other GOK Departments and Community Security Committees.
Internal: Camp Administrator and ALL care staff based in Dadaab.
Working Conditions
External: UNHCR, WFP, IOM and other IPs, Privately Contracted Security Firm, Kenya Police, District Officer, other GOK Departments and Community Security Committees.
Internal: Camp Administrator and ALL care staff based in Dadaab.
Working Conditions
The position is based in Dadaab (Ifo
or Dagahaley camp) as well as any other extension camps and other program
sites.
This is a non-family work station.
Hot weather is prevalent throughout the year with limited basic
amenities.
Road movement between the work
station and Garissa as well as inter-camp movement must be under police escort
(scheduled convoys), with strict adherence to safety and security instructions
all the time. It is a six days work station with a compensatory time off
according to CTO policy.
Due the nature of work, the incumbent is expected to be reachable on call 24 hours in the event of any emergency.
The incumbent shall reside in the CARE compound while executing official duties and shall obey and adhere to residential compound regulations.
Qualifications, Experience and Competencies
Due the nature of work, the incumbent is expected to be reachable on call 24 hours in the event of any emergency.
The incumbent shall reside in the CARE compound while executing official duties and shall obey and adhere to residential compound regulations.
Qualifications, Experience and Competencies
- Diploma in Criminology/Security
studies/Disaster management (a degree in the same field will be an added
advantage)
- 5 years working experience in security
setting; with 1 year in an NGO or international organization setting
and 3 years in the armed service (Police or Defense forces)
- Should demonstrate some experience at
supervisory level
- Have thorough knowledge and understanding of
Security Operations
- Must be in possession of a valid Certificate
of Good Conduct
Competencies;
- Excellent investigation skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and a team player
- Ability to write reports and communicate well
- MS office suite
Job Title: Safety and Security Coordinator
Ref: SSC/06/2015
Ref: SSC/06/2015
Department / Project: Refugee
Assistance Programme (RAP)
Supervisor: Director of Refugee Operations (DRO)
Supervisor: Director of Refugee Operations (DRO)
Grade: G
Band 4
Based in Dadaab
Job Summary: Reporting to the Director of Refugee Operations (DRO), the Safety & Security Coordinator (SSC) is responsible for ensuring that staffs are working within an environment consistent with accepted minimum safety and security standards.
Based in Dadaab
Job Summary: Reporting to the Director of Refugee Operations (DRO), the Safety & Security Coordinator (SSC) is responsible for ensuring that staffs are working within an environment consistent with accepted minimum safety and security standards.
This includes working with the DRO to
develop security plans and mainstreaming the individual and collective sense of
security and safety awareness and responsibility.
It also consists of
working with the DRO to identify security challenges and proposing risk
reduction measures in addition to developing, maintaining, updating and
implementing when necessary, security regulations and operating procedures
according to the changing situation in North Eastern Kenya.
The SSC will be the principal assistant to the DRO, in addition he/she will be expected to cover for camp based assistant security officers when they are out on leave/CTO or any other authorised leave.
Responsibilities and Tasks
R1: Coordination of safety and security services in Dadaab and areas of operations in North Eastern Province
The SSC will be the principal assistant to the DRO, in addition he/she will be expected to cover for camp based assistant security officers when they are out on leave/CTO or any other authorised leave.
Responsibilities and Tasks
R1: Coordination of safety and security services in Dadaab and areas of operations in North Eastern Province
- Monitor all security operations ensuring
timely intervention and resolution in areas of concern.
- Assist the DRO to gather all security
information in the NEP region, analyze and disseminate the same to the
relevant offices.
- Perform security assessments in Dadaab refugee
camps and regularly review safety and security procedures in consultation
with DRO.
- Plan, organize and coordinate security escorts
within and out of Dadaab whenever required for the operations.
- Monitor all staff and vehicle movement in
Dadaab area ensuring that there is effective tracking of the same.
- Manage the access control of the DMO compound
as well as Dagahaley, Hagadera and Ifo.
R2: Staff Management and Development
- Supervise Safety & Security staff in all
the two camps of Dagahaley and Ifo.
- Promote staff development through support,
coaching and mentoring.
- Assist the DRO in identifying Unit’s staff
development needs and design/identify appropriate interventions to address
the needs.
- Promote team work and spirit through
participatory leadership in the delivery of safety and security services.
- Conduct performance appraisal for Safety and
security staff in Dadaab.
- Assists the DRO in conducting regular safety
and security trainings of all CARE staff in Dadaab, i.e. contracted and
incentive staffs, ensuring the training is both relevant and helpful.
- Ensure all staff understand and fulfill
individual and collective responsibilities for safety and security.
R3: Security management
- Work with DRO to ensure that security planning
becomes an integral part of day-to-day operations.
- Work with DRO and Deputy Director Safety &
Security to develop and regularly update the Safety and Security
Management Plan and tools in including detailed Security Risk Assessments;
Contingency planning and Standard Operating Procedures.
- Work with administration staff to ensure
appropriate steps are taken to safeguard office premises, equipment and
residential property (guards, locks, lighting, alarms, and fire
equipment).
- Assists the Deputy Director Safety &
Security in formulation and implementation of safety and security
standards and procedures.
- Assists the Deputy Director Safety & Security
Manager in managing a security related budget that ensures prudent
utilization and effective monitoring of the same.
R4: Contingency planning
- Work with DRO and Deputy Director Safety &
Security to develop contingency plans for incidents management
events such as; Accidents, ambush, car hijacking, Severe injuries and
serious illness (hospitalization or medivac), Kidnapping, Death of
employee, Destruction of essential assets etc.
R5: Liaison and information sharing
- Liaise with other agencies on matters of
security ensuring that s/he is well versed with the general security
situation in Dadaab and that there is unity of purpose in tackling
security issues.
- Assists in updating and ensuring that a
security briefing pack is available for visitors and new staff coming to
Dadaab.
- Report on a regular/daily basis to Deputy
Director Safety & Security Manager and DRO in order to inform
operational planning and decision making. Report on critical
incidents, trends, population movements, potential triggers, etc
- Organize and circulate relevant safety and
security information to staff and provide an opportunity for
employees to voice security-related concerns.
- Review periodically past experiences and
practices and propose improvements based on analytical judgment.
R6: Conduct investigation as will be required
- Conduct internal investigations as will be
required.
Authority
Spending Authority: Ksh.400,000/=
Supervision: Supervises one Safety and security Officer, two Assistant Safety and Security Officers and two Radio Operators.
Decision Making: Makes important decisions relating to the effective and effective delivery of safety and security services at RAP.
Contacts / Key Relationships
External: UNHCR, WFP, LWF, Local Administrators and Kenya Police
Internal: Camp Administrators, ALL CARE staff
Working Conditions: The position is based at Dadaab Main Office (DMO) with frequent movements to Ifo and Dagahaley camps as well as any other extension camps and program sites.
Spending Authority: Ksh.400,000/=
Supervision: Supervises one Safety and security Officer, two Assistant Safety and Security Officers and two Radio Operators.
Decision Making: Makes important decisions relating to the effective and effective delivery of safety and security services at RAP.
Contacts / Key Relationships
External: UNHCR, WFP, LWF, Local Administrators and Kenya Police
Internal: Camp Administrators, ALL CARE staff
Working Conditions: The position is based at Dadaab Main Office (DMO) with frequent movements to Ifo and Dagahaley camps as well as any other extension camps and program sites.
This is a non-family work station.
Hot weather is prevalent throughout the year with limited basic
amenities.
Road movement between the work
station and Garissa as well as inter-camp movement must be under police escort
(scheduled convoys), with strict adherence to safety and security instructions
all the time. It is a six days work station with a compensatory time off
according to CTO policy.
Due the nature of work, the incumbent is expected to be reachable on call 24 hours in the event of any emergency.
The incumbent shall reside in the CARE compound while executing official duties and shall obey and adhere to residential compound regulations.
Qualifications, Experience and Competencies
Education:
Due the nature of work, the incumbent is expected to be reachable on call 24 hours in the event of any emergency.
The incumbent shall reside in the CARE compound while executing official duties and shall obey and adhere to residential compound regulations.
Qualifications, Experience and Competencies
Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Criminology/Security
Studies/Disaster Management or Military from a recognized
University/institution of higher learning.
- Diploma holders in a security related field
with 7 years of relevant work experience will be considered.
Experience:
- 5 years of relevant work experience gained in
either the Kenya Police or the Armed Forces and have attained the rank of
Inspectorate and above or its equivalent in the armed
forces.
Certificate: Certificate in Safety Procedures and First Aid
Competencies:
Competencies:
- Should have excellent investigation, report
writing and communication skills.
- Must be well organized and have ability to
prioritize.
- Must have strong interpersonal skills and be a
team player.
- Ability to work with less supervision in a
hardship area.
- Excellent computer skills in Ms-office.
- Strong assessment, evaluation and analytical
skills.
- Have thorough knowledge and understanding of Security
Operations
- Must be in possession of a valid Certificate
of Good Conduct
Applications
If you feel you meet the requirements
for any of these positions, send your application letter indicating the
reference number, title of the position along with an updated CV and
telephone contacts of three professional referees to:
The Human Resources & Development
Manager,
CARE International in Kenya,
Email: Vacancies@care.or.ke
to be received not later than 1st
July, 2015.
Only short listed candidates will be
contacted.
CARE is an equal opportunity employer and promotes gender equity.
Canvassing will lead to automatic
disqualification.
CARE International in Kenya does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process. (Application, interview, meeting, processing, training or any other fees).
N.B: The interested applicants must indicate their expected remuneration level.
