Location: Beirut, Lebanon, with travel to the field offices
LANGUAGES
Arabic
Deadline : March 7, 2017
The Security is committed to implementing and maintaining the highest standards of security and contingency planning in order to ensure the safety of all Mercy Corps staff and Mercy Corps programming.
GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY:
The Security Manager’s responsibility is to monitor the security situation in Lebanon, conduct risk assessment, authorize field visits, assist in track staff movements, participate in enforcing security and safety procedures, and provide sound and timely advice to Mercy Corps staff and management on safety and security matters.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Ensure the implementation of safety and security policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs);
Assist the Security Adviser in Reviewing and updating of Security Management Plan (SMP), Contingency Plans and SOPs;
Monitor staff field movements and authorize field visits;
First point of contact for field staff on safety and security concerns;
Maintain an accurate record of Mercy Corps international staff and visitors in Lebanon, including those from the Lebanon and Regional offices.
Responsible for delivering security briefing as part of the induction process for new staff and visitors;
In coordination with the Operations Management, represent MC at INGO and other security related meetings;
Draft, maintain and operate an intra office security and emergency communication tree;
Monitor national, social, political and security issues and inform senior staff of issues that affect, or may affect, Mercy Corps Programs; assist the Security Adviser when working with Mercy Corps Programs and Senior Management in order to evaluate current and future programming based on current local security situation and adjust where needed
Assist Security Advisor for risk assessment and analysis
In coordination with the Operations Management, liaise with other humanitarian and emergency actors on safety and security matters;
Assist Security Adviser in preparation of training on security and safety procedures, security awareness, first aid and fire safety for staff;
Assist in the management of security and safety incidents provide timely and accurate incident reports and analysis;
Track safety-related incidents and developments;
Assist Security Adviser with the maintenance and execution of contingency plans such as hibernation/evacuation to include all facilitation and coordination with relevant personnel
Report to Security Advisor and carry out other activities as requested.
The Security Manager will conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Mercy Corps and to not jeopardize its humanitarian mission.
Other duties as assigned.
ACCOUNTABILITY:
Accountable for following Mercy Corps Global Security Manual and in-country security policies
REPORTS DIRECTLY TO:
Operations Director
WORKS DIRECTLY WITH:
Security Management; Country Director; Senior Management; Program Management; Area Managers and Operations Staff
KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:
Degree in a relevant field is desired.
5 years of experience in direct security management and implementation;
Previous work experience in INGOs is a plus
Strong organizational skills;
Ability to interact effectively with international and national personnel.
Excellent oral and written English skills.
High computer skills on MS Office programs.
A demonstrated ability to multi-task and process information into action.
Ability to work under pressure and with very short deadlines
SUCCESS FACTORS:
Conscientious with an excellent sense of judgment
Ability to work simultaneously on multiple tasks
Willingness and ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people
Ability to work as part of a team and coordinate with project personnel
Good spoken and written English
Computer literate and strong organizational skills.
Experience required:
5 to 10 years
The Security is committed to implementing and maintaining the highest standards of security and contingency planning in order to ensure the safety of all Mercy Corps staff and Mercy Corps programming.
GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY:
The Security Manager’s responsibility is to monitor the security situation in Lebanon, conduct risk assessment, authorize field visits, assist in track staff movements, participate in enforcing security and safety procedures, and provide sound and timely advice to Mercy Corps staff and management on safety and security matters.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Ensure the implementation of safety and security policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs);
Assist the Security Adviser in Reviewing and updating of Security Management Plan (SMP), Contingency Plans and SOPs;
Monitor staff field movements and authorize field visits;
First point of contact for field staff on safety and security concerns;
Maintain an accurate record of Mercy Corps international staff and visitors in Lebanon, including those from the Lebanon and Regional offices.
Responsible for delivering security briefing as part of the induction process for new staff and visitors;
In coordination with the Operations Management, represent MC at INGO and other security related meetings;
Draft, maintain and operate an intra office security and emergency communication tree;
Monitor national, social, political and security issues and inform senior staff of issues that affect, or may affect, Mercy Corps Programs; assist the Security Adviser when working with Mercy Corps Programs and Senior Management in order to evaluate current and future programming based on current local security situation and adjust where needed
Assist Security Advisor for risk assessment and analysis
In coordination with the Operations Management, liaise with other humanitarian and emergency actors on safety and security matters;
Assist Security Adviser in preparation of training on security and safety procedures, security awareness, first aid and fire safety for staff;
Assist in the management of security and safety incidents provide timely and accurate incident reports and analysis;
Track safety-related incidents and developments;
Assist Security Adviser with the maintenance and execution of contingency plans such as hibernation/evacuation to include all facilitation and coordination with relevant personnel
Report to Security Advisor and carry out other activities as requested.
The Security Manager will conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Mercy Corps and to not jeopardize its humanitarian mission.
Other duties as assigned.
ACCOUNTABILITY:
Accountable for following Mercy Corps Global Security Manual and in-country security policies
REPORTS DIRECTLY TO:
Operations Director
WORKS DIRECTLY WITH:
Security Management; Country Director; Senior Management; Program Management; Area Managers and Operations Staff
KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:
Degree in a relevant field is desired.
5 years of experience in direct security management and implementation;
Previous work experience in INGOs is a plus
Strong organizational skills;
Ability to interact effectively with international and national personnel.
Excellent oral and written English skills.
High computer skills on MS Office programs.
A demonstrated ability to multi-task and process information into action.
Ability to work under pressure and with very short deadlines
SUCCESS FACTORS:
Conscientious with an excellent sense of judgment
Ability to work simultaneously on multiple tasks
Willingness and ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people
Ability to work as part of a team and coordinate with project personnel
Good spoken and written English
Computer literate and strong organizational skills.
Experience required:
5 to 10 years
Education :
Bachelor Degree
LANGUAGES
Arabic
Very Good English
Very Good French:
How To Apply:
Email application to : xxxxxxxxx@xxxxxxxx.com
Email application to : xxxxxxxxx@xxxxxxxx.com
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