Jun 17, 2009

Country Security Manager

Closing date: 11 Jul 2009
Location: Iraq - Baghdad

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES/SCOPE OF WORK:

The Country Security Manager primary responsibility is to work with all program staff and advise the Country Director on all matters related to staff and program security, ensuring IMC security policies are followed and local protocols are formalized and enforced for each site. The SM will be responsible for protecting sensitive and proprietary information, assets and program operations in the field, as well as briefing headquarters on all security activities, risk assessments, emergency situations, evacuation plans, security training and security audits. Excellent communication skills are essential for regular communication with IMC headquarters and related agencies.
1. Oversee security integration and implementation across the spectrum of IMC operations in Iraq
2. Frequent domestic travel by road and air in support of ongoing and new operations
3. Collaboration as a member of the country management team regarding ongoing and proposed program activities and security integration
4. Work closely with national colleges to ensure proper management of physical and travel related security framework is in place and functioning as well as oversight of guard force management
5. Manage security training program for all staff
6. Design and implement new site security plans, update SOPs, guidelines, contingency plans and ensure risk mitigation strategy is in place at all levels of operations
7. Be a key member of the Field Incident Team (FIT)
8. Produce assessments and recommendations and oversee the implementation of approved findings
9. Other Duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Previous experience as a field based security professional in Iraq is desired
2. 7 + years of expertise in international security operations in high-risk areas 3 years of which must have been with an NGO
3. Ability to conduct technical field security assessments and present analytical findings
4. Ability to motivate and mentor security and non security staff in a cross cultural environment
5. Emergency Management skills and the ability to manage multiple crisis is required
6. Excellent interpersonal and troubleshooting skills
7. Ability to adapt to different cultures, mentalities and circumstances
8. Trauma or advanced first aid training is required
9. HEAT training or equivalent is required
10. Should possess and be able to teach skills related to life in remote and hostile environments such as the use of HF/VHF radios, Satellite based communications, advanced first aid and trauma care, navigation and other related survival skills.
11. Familiarity with protective equipment and ballistics is required

How to apply

To officially begin the application process, please visit our website at http://www.imcworldwide.org and complete the online employment application form found under the tab "Work with IMC”