My client an international NGO who has operations in over 30 countries across the globe is now seeking a Security Officer for their operations in Afghanistan.
You will be reporting to the Country Manager and you will be responsible for all security matters and arrangements in country. This will involve advising all of the properties, field offices and personnel on security matters.
Therefore your duties will include the following tasks and objectives:
• Co-ordinate the Security mission throughout the various offices in Afghanistan.
• Develop budget proposals and oversee implementation of approved budget.
• Develop and institute security procedures.
• Advise and oversee physical security measures.
• Provide threat/risk assessment and recommendations.
• Crisis management including evacuation and emergency plans
• Establish liaison system with other NGOs and local security forces
• Provide briefings on security situations
• Provide security training, including vehicle security training for drivers
To be eligible for this role you will need the following skills and abilities:-
• Experience in management, particularly in the areas of security and crisis management.
• A background in security is essential.
• Basic IT skills (Word, Excel, etc.)
• Experience in training (development of syllabi, program, etc.)
• Experience in firearms instruction.
• Experience in driving instruction.
• Experience of operating within a diplomatic setting an advantage.
• Team building abilities.
• Must be adaptable, flexible and capable.
The ideal individual would be a SNCO/WO/Officer who has a strong training background, coupled with both operational knowledge as well as commercial experience within either an NGO or company.
As this is a management/training role you will be working a normal week, however you will need to be available for emergencies or crisis and other ad hoc assignments. There is no rotation and there will be 5 weeks leave per year, with two home flights per year and all accommodation, food, insurances etc will be covered by the client.
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