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A key part of Canada’s foreign policy efforts, the International Development Research Centre (IDRC) supports research in developing countries to promote growth and development.
A key part of Canada’s foreign policy efforts, the International Development Research Centre (IDRC) supports research in developing countries to promote growth and development.
We are seeking a dynamic team player for the following position in our Regional Office for Sub-Saharan Africa:
Security and Office Administration Coordinator – Nairobi, Kenya
Permanent Position
As the Security and Office Administration Coordinator for IDRC’s Regional Office for Sub-Saharan Africa and under the supervision of the Manager, Local Operations, you will manage all matters related to the security of IDRC employees in Nairobi, and to the protection of assets at the regional office.
As the Security and Office Administration Coordinator for IDRC’s Regional Office for Sub-Saharan Africa and under the supervision of the Manager, Local Operations, you will manage all matters related to the security of IDRC employees in Nairobi, and to the protection of assets at the regional office.
In particular, you will develop and
implement a comprehensive security plan including the identification,
mitigation and continual assessment of risks inside and outside the
office.
As well, you will maintain security
readiness by accessing and disseminating security intelligence, coordinate
actions during an event or alert, oversee the performance of outsources
security guards at staff residential areas and ensure that IDRC-owned vehicles
are serviced on schedule and undertake a variety of security administration
matters.
You will also collaborate with the
Office Administration Assistant in the administration of the office in the
areas of procurement, financial information, relocation and general
support.
In addition, you will support liaisons
with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs/Kenya Revenue Authority for document
processing.
Overview of Qualifications
- Minimum of a two-year college diploma in a
relevant specialty from a recognised tertiary-education institution.
- Minimum of five years’ experience with a focus
on security and administration-related operations (i.e. working as a
security officer or manager in a reputable commercial or non-governmental
organization) which includes: developing and implementing security plans,
assessing, identifiying and mitigating risks, using security networks to
access and disseminate secruity intelligence to maintain security
readiness, conducting site and residential security surveys, coordinating
required acitions during a security event or alert, working on or with a
health and safety committee, providing security administration and office
support, and not less than two years of continuous driving experience.
- Superior English reading comprehension, oral
expression and written expression language skills are essential;
demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in Kiswahili is a must.
To be considered for this position,
you must possess Kenyan citizenship or have a valid work permit to work in
Kenya.
For more information about this
rewarding career opportunity and to apply, please visit our website at idrc.ca/careers.
Application Deadline: August 23, 2015 at Midnight EST
Beyond the opportunity to work with people who are passionate about their work, we offer competitive salaries and extensive benefits.
Application Deadline: August 23, 2015 at Midnight EST
Beyond the opportunity to work with people who are passionate about their work, we offer competitive salaries and extensive benefits.
