Mar 19, 2018

Field Security Officer (FSO), Afghanistan

Employer: International Development Law Organization (IDLO)
Location:  Afghanistan  , Kabul



ABOUT IDLO The International Development Law Organization (IDLO) enables governments and empowers people to reform laws and strengthen institutions to promote peace, justice, sustainable development and economic opportunity. We contribute to creating stable and inclusive societies where every person can live free from fear and want, in dignity and under the rule of law. To learn more about IDLO, please visit our website www.idlo.int or follow us on Twitter @IDLO. THE ROLE Under the supervision of the Security Manager, Afghanistan, the Field Security Officer shall assist and oversee the security risk management in IDLO Afghanistan, ensuring that the appropriate measures and policies are in place and that emerging security and safety issues are responsively addressed. Particularly, the incumbent shall be responsible for the following key duties:  Oversee security risk management and daily operations in the country office in Afghanistan, ensuring that these are adapted to the local security environment and capable of responding to emergent security concerns;  Assess project designs in terms of exposure and risk and determine the appropriate risk mitigation measures;  Advise IDLO employees on risks associated with projects (and movement) in the locality in order to establish heightened awareness and uniform compliance to strengthen a culture of security in the offices;  Collaborate with security representatives of international organizations, diplomatic services, security contractors in the locality and with local government security forces to ensure that a support network is in place to respond to emergencies and that information on threats can be constantly accessed;  Review security procedures and guidelines are in line with the Security Risks Management Policy Framework and the in-country Security Risk Assessment and recommend changes in order to sustain effectiveness;  Build local security personnel and IDLO program staff capacities related to security and safety, and risk mitigation;



IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE Academic qualifications  Undergraduate degree in social science or related field, with related technical security management training from military or police academy is required. Work experience  Minimum of 6-7 years of professional experience with law enforcement, military, intelligence, public or private security organization and in a similar position for an international organization is required.  Experience in hardship locations is required. Experience working in Somalia or the East Africa region is an advantage.  Experience in performing rigorous security analysis and be able to produce policies, reports or other operational recommendations are highly desirable. Languages  Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of Dari or Pashto would be an advantage. Specific knowledge, skills and competencies  Demonstrated knowledge of the development of security policies and procedures consistent with operations in a high risk environment within an international organization.  Ability to develop detailed security advisories, reports and notifications for senior management in country and the Security Advisor at Headquarters.  Excellent written and verbal communication skills.  A self-starter, able to identify improvements to working practice, make recommendations and implement change.  Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work constructively with several internal service departments.  Proven ability to see through tasks set and deliver results.  Proven ability to develop and foster productive working relationships across a globally-based organization;  Ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines, flexibility and an entrepreneurial spirit;  Keen sense of ethics, integrity, credibility, and commitment to IDLO’s mandate.



TERMS AND CONDITIONS The successful candidate will be offered a Consultancy Contract (SEA) for an initial period of twelve (12) months, with the possibility of an extension based on satisfactory performance and funding availability. The FSO will be based in Kabul, Afghanistan and may be required to travel to other location, as determined by the Supervisor. IDLO shall offer the ideal candidate a fixed lumpsum monthly fee of USD 13,500.- Payment will be made upon receipt of deliverables and upon approval by the supervisor.



HOW TO APPLY IDLO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in all areas of its operations. We welcome and encourage diverse applications. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply via our website: www.idlo.int/jobs and submit the completed IDLO Personal History Form (PHF), resume and cover letter. DISCLAIMER AND CLOSING DATE The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the employee assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. IDLO reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities or even to cancel the recruitment to meet business and organizational needs as necessary. Application deadline: March 10, 2018 (23:59hrs Rome Time).