Nov 17, 2018

Country Security Manager , Syria

Location: Syria

1 year fixed term contract (with possible extension)

The starting salary package for this position is £44,904 GBP per annum, approx. 59,900 USD including all allowances

About the role
We are seeking a Country Security Manager (CSM) to manage the daily security requirement of the programme including work sites, bases, operational areas and internal guard force. The CSM will monitor and assess security conditions, and advise the Country Directors and Technical Operations Manager as appropriate. The post holder will also be responsible for developing and delivering safety and security training. This is a great opportunity to use your extensive technical knowledge and experience in security management to support an organisation working hard to improve the lives of communities in challenging environments.

About you

You will have considerable experience of security planning and implementation, preferably gained in the context of relief operations in insecure areas. In addition, you will also have experience and knowledge of the Middle East context, including high-risk front line exposure in the region and the ability to analyse the changing security environment is essential. In addition, you must have proven excellence in communication and liaison skills with an awareness of diplomacy and tact. Accredited training qualifications and HSE and security qualifications are highly desirable as is previous experience of working in an INGO. Areas of operations are often remote with basic amenities, so applicants will need to be able to deal with living and working in challenging environments. Verbal and written English is essential for this role, with Arabic language skills being beneficial. 

Benefits
Staff are rewarded with generous benefits:
Salary: The starting salary package for this position is £44,904 ($ USD 59,900) per annum and this increases with service.
Accommodation:  will be provided accommodation in-country.
Leave: We recognize our staff work hard and need the appropriate time out to stay motivated. We recognize our staff work hard and need the appropriate time out to stay motivated. You'll have a minimum of eight weeks out of the programme per year .
Flights: We provides three international flights home per year
Insurance: All international staff are automatically covered by organization comprehensive insurance package including: Personal accident and medical expenses insurance; Death by natural causes insurance and access to 24-hour medical assistance including evacuation and repatriation.

Please see the candidate information sheet in the application pack for further details on these benefits.

How to apply
Submit application to: xxxxxxxxxxx@xxxxxxxxxxxx.com

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