Feb 25, 2015

Country Security Manager , Africa

Employer: ACTED
Location: Timbuktu, Tombouctou, Mali
Reference : CSM/MAL/SA
Contract: Fixed term


Country: Mali
Duration 6 months
Starting date: ASAP


Position profile
Under the direct supervision of the Country Director, key responsibilities include:
- Serve as security focal point
- Ensure all new staff are accurately briefed on security procedures;
- Provide all staff with regular security briefings and updates and ensure that all staff follow security procedures;
- Ensure that ACTED’s security management plans are relevant and constantly updated as appropriate and that all staff know their roles and responsibilities;
- Liaise with UN agencies, NGOs and other external actors to gain security information and analysis in the region;
- Conduct regular security and risk assessments for all operational areas
- Write regular security management reports with situational analysis and recommendations;
- Ensure that field communications needs are met and that staff are trained in the use of radios and other communications equipment as necessary.

Qualifications
• At least 2-3 years of working experience in insecure environments; preferably in Africa, Asia, or the Middle East;
• Extensive experience in security management and procedures;
• Demonstrated communication and organizational skills;
• Ability to train, mobilize, and manage both international and national staff
• Flexibility and ability to multi-task under pressure;
• Ability to work well in unstable and frequently changing security environments;
• Willingness to work and live in often remote areas under basic conditions;
• Proven ability to work creatively and independently both in the field and in the office;
• Advanced proficiency in written and spoken English
• Knowledge of local language and/or regional experience highly desirable

Conditions
- Salary defined by the ACTED salary grid; educational level, expertise, hardship, security, and performance are considered for pay bonus
- Additional monthly living allowance
- Free food and lodging provided at the organisation’s guesthouse/or housing allowance (depending on contract length and country of assignment)
- Transportation costs covered, including additional return ticket + luggage allowance
- Provision of medical, life, and repatriation insurance + retirement package

Submission of applications
Please send, in English, your cover letter, CV, and three references to jobs@acted.org
Ref : CSM/MAL/SA

How to Apply
http://www.acted.org/en/country-security-manager-mali