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26 Aug 2012

Full-Time FHI 360 – Program Officer III, Security Manager

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Position Description:
The position holder will be the key focal person for security management in the FHI 360 Nigeria country office and will be responsible for threat, vulnerability and risk assessment, security analysis, security networking and security management.  Will work closely iwht the Globla Security Director and the Associate Director for Administration.  The Program Officer III, Security Manager will:
  • Develop appropriate relationships which will foster the establishment of a security- risk related information gathering network.
  • Develop a set of policies and procedures that include minimum security guidelines, security protocols and safety guidelines.
  • Work closely with the Country Director, and COPs and security contacts to ensure adherence to the security standards, which will be monitored and reviewed regularly and updated as necessary.
  • Will provide ongoing advice and guidance in relation to such things as establishing curfews where needed.
  • S/he will liaise with sub contracted security companies to ensure smooth and timely provision of guard forces, personal security details etc as required.
  • Conduct a baseline threat, risk and vulnerability assessment for each FHI 360 Nigeria program and/or update as necessary.
  • Develop and update as Safety and Security Contingency Plan (SSCP) which will include evacuation plans.
  • Ensure adequate dissemination and training on the SSCP to FHI 360 Nigeria staff, visiting staff, consultants and partners.
  • Conduct office and residential security surveys, and recommend physical security measures for FHI owned and managed property.
  • Coordinate emergency preparedness trainings including evacuation, first aid and firefighting trainings to both international and national staff.
  • Hold security meetings to provide an avenue for staff to voice security related concerns.
  • Record and report immediately, all significant threats to staff and security and all security and safety incidents to the national, zonal and state offices.
  • Perform other relevant duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements: 
BS/BA or International equivalent in international relations/affairs, International politics, Political science, Risk and prevention and other job related field with a minimum of 8 plus years experience in risk and security management or other closely related area. Master’s degree preferred or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.  Demonstrated ability working on complex activities simultaneously. Ability to supervise, maintain confidentiality and use sound judgment on sensitive matters.  Ability to develop effective work plans and priorities in order to meet business objectives.  Demonstrated expertise in building effective relationship with key stakeholders.  Good report writing and documentation skills.  Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.  Ability to manage tight deadlines and deliver high volumes of work with minimal or no supervision.  Ability to travel on a regular basis (up to 30%).
Interested candidates may register online through FHI 360′s Career Center at www.fhi360.org/careercenter or through the Employment section at www.fhi360.org. Please submit CV/resume and cover letter including salary requirements. Please specify source in your application.

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