Recruiter: CTG
Location: Mogadishu , Somalia
Closing date: 09 Aug 2019
Background information – Mine Action Cluster
Our clients Office for Project Services is an operational arm of the clients, supporting the successful implementation of its partners' peace building, humanitarian and development projects around the world. Our client supports partners to build a better future by providing services that increase the efficiency, effectiveness and sustainability of peace building, humanitarian and development projects. Mandated as a central resource of the client provides sustainable project management, procurement and infrastructure services to a wide range of governments, donors and our clients organizations. With over 8,000 personnel spread across 80 countries, our client offers its partners the logistical, technical and management knowledge they need, where they need it. By implementing around 1,000 projects for our partners at any given time, our client makes significant contributions to results on the ground, often in the most challenging environments.
Somalia Mine Action supports mine and explosive remnants of war (ERW) clearance activities, awareness programming, contamination survey and coordination for mine action activities throughout Somalia. Somalia Mine Action works closely with other our client Agencies, local communities and humanitarian and development actors to ensure a sustainable and effective response to explosive contamination in Somalia, with priority on improving the lives of people living in affected communities, and ensuring national capacity development for a long term solution to the problem. In Somaliland and Puntland, capacity development has been carried out for the Somaliland Mine Action Centre SMAC, the Police EOD, the Puntland Mine Action Centre and the Puntland EOD. The Programme has an office in Nairobi to provide managerial and support functions for the Regional Offices in Somalia.
The Security Officer will work under the guidance and supervision of our client Somalia Head of Security. S/he will provide a comprehensive range of specialized and administrative support services for the management of security and safety operations. The Security Officer promotes a client-oriented approach consistent with our client rules, regulations and Security Management System.
Duties and Responsibilities
The incumbent is responsible for the following duties and responsibilities:
Maintain up to date knowledge of events relating to the security and political environment in Somalia;
Develop and maintain a comprehensive knowledge of the operational environment, including the scope and scale of our client operations;
Conduct field security visits and risk assessments in close coordination with our client Department of Safety and Security, in support of mine action and explosive management related activities;
Maintain and update Security Standards of Operations (SOPs) and ensure our client personnel and compounds are in compliance;
Maintain and monitor our client warden system list to ensure accountability for all staff in the event of a security emergency; prepare security situation reports, and maintain quality control and quality assurance of security files, presentations and reports;
Upon Head of Security request, conduct security briefings to all our client Personnel upon initial arrival, local security training as necessitated by changes in the security environment, and are kept informed of matters affecting their security;
Attend Security Management Team (SMT) meetings and other working groups on behalf of our client Security, including taking meeting minutes and circulating upon Head of Security clearance;
Maintaining continual liaison with our client Safety and Security, Host Government and other actors through regular inter-agency consultations, networking, mutual support, and information sharing;
Prepare and conduct our client road/field missions within Mogadishu and Somalia in support of our client programme activities;
Support in coordinating security operations for specific events and visits;
Conduct mission related /tactical training for drivers and staff, including the use and maintenance of security equipment including secure communications equipment;
Provide security advice to staff in an emergency situation and ensure the appropriate level of security measures is followed, to support programme delivery, staff safety and security of organization property;
Provide support to the Head of Security with establishing policies, plans and procedures for crisis situations and emergencies;
Provide support in the recruitment, training and supervision of local security officers;
Provide support the Head of Security in managing the flow of communication between Security Office, sections and our client Safety and Security;
Any other duties as assigned by the Head of Security.
Competencies
Partnering - Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role).
Results Orientation - Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries.
Solution Focused - Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving.
Effective Communication - Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.
Leading Self and Others - Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.
Integrity & Inclusion - Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.
Agility - Open to change and flexible in a fast-paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements.
Required Qualifications
Education:
An advanced university degree (Masters’ or Equivalent) with a focus on security management and or related disciplines with 2 years of relevant work experience; Or
First level university degree (BA or equivalent) with a focus on security management and/or related disciplines with 4 years of relevant work experience.
High school diploma with a combination of relevant professional security training and 8 years of experience may be accepted in lieu of a formal degree.
Experience:
Relevant experience as outlined above refers to international security management, law enforcement, conducting Safety and Security Assessments, close protection or military experience.
Experience in a similar operating environment such as Iraq, Syria, Afghanistan, Libya or Somalia is desired
Internationally recognized driving license is required.
Language Requirements:
Fluency in English (spoken, written and reading) is required.
HOW TO APPLY:
Candidates interested in applying for this role need to register on CTG website as a candidate & apply for this role using this link: https://recruitmentctg.force.com/xcdrecruit__Site_ExternalPositionDetail...
Location: Mogadishu , Somalia
Closing date: 09 Aug 2019
Background information – Mine Action Cluster
Our clients Office for Project Services is an operational arm of the clients, supporting the successful implementation of its partners' peace building, humanitarian and development projects around the world. Our client supports partners to build a better future by providing services that increase the efficiency, effectiveness and sustainability of peace building, humanitarian and development projects. Mandated as a central resource of the client provides sustainable project management, procurement and infrastructure services to a wide range of governments, donors and our clients organizations. With over 8,000 personnel spread across 80 countries, our client offers its partners the logistical, technical and management knowledge they need, where they need it. By implementing around 1,000 projects for our partners at any given time, our client makes significant contributions to results on the ground, often in the most challenging environments.
Somalia Mine Action supports mine and explosive remnants of war (ERW) clearance activities, awareness programming, contamination survey and coordination for mine action activities throughout Somalia. Somalia Mine Action works closely with other our client Agencies, local communities and humanitarian and development actors to ensure a sustainable and effective response to explosive contamination in Somalia, with priority on improving the lives of people living in affected communities, and ensuring national capacity development for a long term solution to the problem. In Somaliland and Puntland, capacity development has been carried out for the Somaliland Mine Action Centre SMAC, the Police EOD, the Puntland Mine Action Centre and the Puntland EOD. The Programme has an office in Nairobi to provide managerial and support functions for the Regional Offices in Somalia.
The Security Officer will work under the guidance and supervision of our client Somalia Head of Security. S/he will provide a comprehensive range of specialized and administrative support services for the management of security and safety operations. The Security Officer promotes a client-oriented approach consistent with our client rules, regulations and Security Management System.
Duties and Responsibilities
The incumbent is responsible for the following duties and responsibilities:
Maintain up to date knowledge of events relating to the security and political environment in Somalia;
Develop and maintain a comprehensive knowledge of the operational environment, including the scope and scale of our client operations;
Conduct field security visits and risk assessments in close coordination with our client Department of Safety and Security, in support of mine action and explosive management related activities;
Maintain and update Security Standards of Operations (SOPs) and ensure our client personnel and compounds are in compliance;
Maintain and monitor our client warden system list to ensure accountability for all staff in the event of a security emergency; prepare security situation reports, and maintain quality control and quality assurance of security files, presentations and reports;
Upon Head of Security request, conduct security briefings to all our client Personnel upon initial arrival, local security training as necessitated by changes in the security environment, and are kept informed of matters affecting their security;
Attend Security Management Team (SMT) meetings and other working groups on behalf of our client Security, including taking meeting minutes and circulating upon Head of Security clearance;
Maintaining continual liaison with our client Safety and Security, Host Government and other actors through regular inter-agency consultations, networking, mutual support, and information sharing;
Prepare and conduct our client road/field missions within Mogadishu and Somalia in support of our client programme activities;
Support in coordinating security operations for specific events and visits;
Conduct mission related /tactical training for drivers and staff, including the use and maintenance of security equipment including secure communications equipment;
Provide security advice to staff in an emergency situation and ensure the appropriate level of security measures is followed, to support programme delivery, staff safety and security of organization property;
Provide support to the Head of Security with establishing policies, plans and procedures for crisis situations and emergencies;
Provide support in the recruitment, training and supervision of local security officers;
Provide support the Head of Security in managing the flow of communication between Security Office, sections and our client Safety and Security;
Any other duties as assigned by the Head of Security.
Competencies
Partnering - Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role).
Results Orientation - Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries.
Solution Focused - Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving.
Effective Communication - Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.
Leading Self and Others - Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.
Integrity & Inclusion - Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.
Agility - Open to change and flexible in a fast-paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements.
Required Qualifications
Education:
An advanced university degree (Masters’ or Equivalent) with a focus on security management and or related disciplines with 2 years of relevant work experience; Or
First level university degree (BA or equivalent) with a focus on security management and/or related disciplines with 4 years of relevant work experience.
High school diploma with a combination of relevant professional security training and 8 years of experience may be accepted in lieu of a formal degree.
Experience:
Relevant experience as outlined above refers to international security management, law enforcement, conducting Safety and Security Assessments, close protection or military experience.
Experience in a similar operating environment such as Iraq, Syria, Afghanistan, Libya or Somalia is desired
Internationally recognized driving license is required.
Language Requirements:
Fluency in English (spoken, written and reading) is required.
HOW TO APPLY:
Candidates interested in applying for this role need to register on CTG website as a candidate & apply for this role using this link: https://recruitmentctg.force.com/xcdrecruit__Site_ExternalPositionDetail...