Country Security Manager at World Vision International

World Vision is a Christian humanitarian, development and advocacy organisation devoted to improving the lives of children, families and their communities around the world. Our over 34,000 staff members working in nearly 100 countries are united in helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith.

Through our work, every 60 seconds … a family gets water … a hungry child is fed … a family receives the tools to overcome poverty.

Here’s where you come in:

As the Country Security Manager, you will support the Response Director in ensuring that effective security measures for the Response Office programs are both appropriately planned for and addressed within the national context. Lead in the optimization of organizational security and the mitigation of operational risks for ministry effectiveness by establishing security systems and mechanisms for institutionalizing an organizational culture and practice of safety and security.

Requirements include:

• Relevant Bachelor’s degree (Master preferred) in Security Management, Risk Management, Strategic Studies, International Relations or Emergency Management. Or 3 years equivalent field experience in organizational Security Risk Management.
• Previous experience in the professional security arena (INGO, Corporate, Military, Law Enforcement, or Emergency Services).
• Confirmed employment of the security officer is contingent on him/her passing the HEAT training course within 90 days of employment (probation period)
• At least 5 years’ experience in a proven security or emergency service field (public, private, and government or NGO sectors in military, security or law enforcement services).
• Minimum three (3) years’ experience working with UN Agency / NGO
• Demonstrated experience in designing and delivering training.
• Demonstrated project management stills and the ability to work effectively under pressure (particularly in a crisis situation)
• Ability to communicate well in English & French (verbal and written) – particularly in a crisis situation.