Employer: Samaritan Purse
Location: Goudel, Niger
Overview
Are you seeking a Security career with impact? Serve as a Country Security Manager with Samaritan's Purse in Niamey, Niger to oversee the safety and security of our staff and operations. With your expertise, we will be able to continue working to share the Good News of Jesus Christ while maintaining programming that meets the physical needs of the people we are serving. Join us and use your skills and passion to make an impact with an eternal purpose!
A day in the life of a Country Security Manager:
At Samaritan’s Purse, the Gospel really is the center of all we do! We start each day with a time of devotions and spend time praying for each other, our staff and volunteers who serve around the globe.
In the role of Country Security Manager, you will have the opportunity to:
Maintain your personal relationship with Jesus Christ and be an effective witness for Him
Develop and maintain relationships with diverse personnel who may impact security of SP personnel. These include, but are not limited to, local leaders, police, military, other NGOs, UN and government leaders
Analyze open source and confidential information to continually update the national and local threat levels
Maintain up to date information on political, economic and social status on a national level and report to the regional security manager and in country leadership on a regular basis
Develop, manage and train a team of national security officers
Monitor potential and present emergencies and keep all staff informed of events
Work closely with country leadership in advising on travel restrictions and program hibernations
Maintain disaster response plan, evacuation plan and other contingency plans as required
All other duties as assigned
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum of one year of management experience, preferably in a disaster location
Spiritual maturity; ability to lead direct reports in their growing relationship with Jesus Christ
Diplomacy and negotiating skills; coordinate with other agencies, build and maintain positive working relationships
Understanding of complex security situations and ability to advise program design accordingly
Ability to analyze information, develop a complete picture of security situations, and communicate effectively to leadership, in both verbally and written form
Flexibility and adaptability; critical thinking skills
Ability to communicate and interact well with people of different educational, linguistic, cultural and socio-economic backgrounds
Fluency in English (required)
12 credit hours of college-level Biblical Studies (required)
Type: Full Time
Restrictions: Family Accompaniment
Language Requirement: English (required)
Travel Expectations: TBD
Benefits
Medical, prescription, dental & vision coverage
Disability insurance
Term Life insurance
Retirement savings plan (after 1yr)
10 paid holidays (holiday observance will depend on the host country)
12 vacation days per year
Annual home leave
Samaritan's Purse Mission Statement:
Samaritan's Purse is a nondenominational evangelical Christian organization providing spiritual and physical aid to hurting people around the world. Since 1970, Samaritan's Purse has helped meet needs of people who are victims of war, poverty, natural disasters, disease, and famine with the purpose of sharing God's love through His Son, Jesus Christ. The organization serves the Church worldwide to promote the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ.
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Location: Goudel, Niger
Overview
Are you seeking a Security career with impact? Serve as a Country Security Manager with Samaritan's Purse in Niamey, Niger to oversee the safety and security of our staff and operations. With your expertise, we will be able to continue working to share the Good News of Jesus Christ while maintaining programming that meets the physical needs of the people we are serving. Join us and use your skills and passion to make an impact with an eternal purpose!
A day in the life of a Country Security Manager:
At Samaritan’s Purse, the Gospel really is the center of all we do! We start each day with a time of devotions and spend time praying for each other, our staff and volunteers who serve around the globe.
In the role of Country Security Manager, you will have the opportunity to:
Maintain your personal relationship with Jesus Christ and be an effective witness for Him
Develop and maintain relationships with diverse personnel who may impact security of SP personnel. These include, but are not limited to, local leaders, police, military, other NGOs, UN and government leaders
Analyze open source and confidential information to continually update the national and local threat levels
Maintain up to date information on political, economic and social status on a national level and report to the regional security manager and in country leadership on a regular basis
Develop, manage and train a team of national security officers
Monitor potential and present emergencies and keep all staff informed of events
Work closely with country leadership in advising on travel restrictions and program hibernations
Maintain disaster response plan, evacuation plan and other contingency plans as required
All other duties as assigned
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum of one year of management experience, preferably in a disaster location
Spiritual maturity; ability to lead direct reports in their growing relationship with Jesus Christ
Diplomacy and negotiating skills; coordinate with other agencies, build and maintain positive working relationships
Understanding of complex security situations and ability to advise program design accordingly
Ability to analyze information, develop a complete picture of security situations, and communicate effectively to leadership, in both verbally and written form
Flexibility and adaptability; critical thinking skills
Ability to communicate and interact well with people of different educational, linguistic, cultural and socio-economic backgrounds
Fluency in English (required)
12 credit hours of college-level Biblical Studies (required)
Type: Full Time
Restrictions: Family Accompaniment
Language Requirement: English (required)
Travel Expectations: TBD
Benefits
Medical, prescription, dental & vision coverage
Disability insurance
Term Life insurance
Retirement savings plan (after 1yr)
10 paid holidays (holiday observance will depend on the host country)
12 vacation days per year
Annual home leave
Samaritan's Purse Mission Statement:
Samaritan's Purse is a nondenominational evangelical Christian organization providing spiritual and physical aid to hurting people around the world. Since 1970, Samaritan's Purse has helped meet needs of people who are victims of war, poverty, natural disasters, disease, and famine with the purpose of sharing God's love through His Son, Jesus Christ. The organization serves the Church worldwide to promote the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ.
Apply Now