Hiring Organization: DevTech Systems, Inc. (DevTech)
Job Location: Mozambique
Employment Type: Full Time
Base Salary: TBA
Valid Until: open till filled
Title: Safety and Security Manager, USAID/Mozambique
Description:
About Us
DevTech Systems, Inc. (DevTech) is an international consulting firm and small business dedicated to development, with over 30 years of experience providing advisory services and technical assistance to government, private sector, and civil society stakeholders in more than 100 countries. We are a data driven organization that specializes in informing policy making by delivering focused data-driven evidence-based analysis products and services. DevTech core practice areas include: Economic and Data analysis, Monitoring and Evaluation, Education and Youth Development, Gender and Inclusive Development, and Public Financial Management.
Overview
DevTech is preparing a proposal response for a five-year MEL Service activity to improve USAID/Mozambique’s ability to design and manage evidence-informed activities. The main objective of the award is to establish a mechanism to strengthen USAID/Mozambique’s evidence-based decision-making by providing continuous, on-the-ground, specialized MEL support to the Mission and its implementing partners (IPs). The project will implement activities in all 11 provinces of the country with a focus in central and northern Mozambique based out of an anticipated project office in Nampula city.
DevTech is looking for a Safety & Security Manager to manage and coordinate Devtech’s security and safety programs, plans and policies relevant to the project including detailed security procedures that comply with Creative security policies. This will include emergency response drills and communication procedures for the project.
Responsibilities
Provide security, safety and risk mitigation and ensure that project staff complies with project security procedures;
Monitor and analyze the ongoing threat environment faced by the project and brief the leadership accordingly.
Distribute threat warnings to all staff as appropriate. Ensure that appropriate risk migration measures are taken by the project to respond to the threats or changes in threats faced by the project. This is to include physical protection measures, safe working routines, movement restrictions, protection equipment, and security staff provision, as required;
Oversee movement control and coordination for the project, including driver and vehicle deployment and staff whereabouts;
Oversee any security provider contracted by the project to ensure contractual compliance and performance of their duties, and act as the focal point of contact with the security provider;
Report security incidents, violations and recommended corrective actions, as appropriate, to the Chief of Party (COP), the appointing authority and the HQ Security Department;
Ensure all new employee/contractor personnel receive appropriate security orientations and briefings;
Verify that all security devices such as locks, alarms, access systems, and physical force protection measures are operational or reported for repair;
Ensure visitor access and vehicle control systems are effective and appropriate for the threat environment;
Work with the HQ Security Manager to maintain the project Crisis Response Plan in coordination with the COP and ensure that the contact information contained therein is always up-to-date;
Provide a weekly security report to project leadership and HQ Security Department;
Be able to assist with out-of-hours emergency responses at the project, if needed;
Serve as the liaison with the U.S. Embassy Regional Security Officer and/or equivalent U.S. Government personnel for project security matters;
Assist the project with business continuity planning, as required;
In conjunction with program staff, oversee administration and logistical support to program activities, including program events and general program workshops;
Manage project team in an open and respectful manner, working with local staff to build their competencies and capacity; and
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in a related field is desired;
A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in security management on donor-funded projects within Mozambique, with previous experience overseeing security.
Experience implementing security policies, procedures and protocols;
Previous experience with USAID-funded projects preferred;
Strong written and oral communication skills;
Proficiency in the use of computers and Microsoft Office software;
Demonstrated ability to handle confidential and/or sensitive information;
Appreciation of and ability to work effectively in, diverse work environments;
Field-based security and crisis management experience; and
Fluency in Portuguese required, with English language proficiency preferred
**Please note: Mozambican citizens are encouraged to apply.**
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or other status protected by applicable law.
NOTE: This job posting should not be construed to imply that the requirements are the exclusive standards of the position nor will it be the sole basis for any subsequent employee evaluations. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties as may be required by their supervisor.
Job Location: Mozambique
Employment Type: Full Time
Base Salary: TBA
Valid Until: open till filled
Title: Safety and Security Manager, USAID/Mozambique
Description:
About Us
DevTech Systems, Inc. (DevTech) is an international consulting firm and small business dedicated to development, with over 30 years of experience providing advisory services and technical assistance to government, private sector, and civil society stakeholders in more than 100 countries. We are a data driven organization that specializes in informing policy making by delivering focused data-driven evidence-based analysis products and services. DevTech core practice areas include: Economic and Data analysis, Monitoring and Evaluation, Education and Youth Development, Gender and Inclusive Development, and Public Financial Management.
Overview
DevTech is preparing a proposal response for a five-year MEL Service activity to improve USAID/Mozambique’s ability to design and manage evidence-informed activities. The main objective of the award is to establish a mechanism to strengthen USAID/Mozambique’s evidence-based decision-making by providing continuous, on-the-ground, specialized MEL support to the Mission and its implementing partners (IPs). The project will implement activities in all 11 provinces of the country with a focus in central and northern Mozambique based out of an anticipated project office in Nampula city.
DevTech is looking for a Safety & Security Manager to manage and coordinate Devtech’s security and safety programs, plans and policies relevant to the project including detailed security procedures that comply with Creative security policies. This will include emergency response drills and communication procedures for the project.
Responsibilities
Provide security, safety and risk mitigation and ensure that project staff complies with project security procedures;
Monitor and analyze the ongoing threat environment faced by the project and brief the leadership accordingly.
Distribute threat warnings to all staff as appropriate. Ensure that appropriate risk migration measures are taken by the project to respond to the threats or changes in threats faced by the project. This is to include physical protection measures, safe working routines, movement restrictions, protection equipment, and security staff provision, as required;
Oversee movement control and coordination for the project, including driver and vehicle deployment and staff whereabouts;
Oversee any security provider contracted by the project to ensure contractual compliance and performance of their duties, and act as the focal point of contact with the security provider;
Report security incidents, violations and recommended corrective actions, as appropriate, to the Chief of Party (COP), the appointing authority and the HQ Security Department;
Ensure all new employee/contractor personnel receive appropriate security orientations and briefings;
Verify that all security devices such as locks, alarms, access systems, and physical force protection measures are operational or reported for repair;
Ensure visitor access and vehicle control systems are effective and appropriate for the threat environment;
Work with the HQ Security Manager to maintain the project Crisis Response Plan in coordination with the COP and ensure that the contact information contained therein is always up-to-date;
Provide a weekly security report to project leadership and HQ Security Department;
Be able to assist with out-of-hours emergency responses at the project, if needed;
Serve as the liaison with the U.S. Embassy Regional Security Officer and/or equivalent U.S. Government personnel for project security matters;
Assist the project with business continuity planning, as required;
In conjunction with program staff, oversee administration and logistical support to program activities, including program events and general program workshops;
Manage project team in an open and respectful manner, working with local staff to build their competencies and capacity; and
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in a related field is desired;
A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in security management on donor-funded projects within Mozambique, with previous experience overseeing security.
Experience implementing security policies, procedures and protocols;
Previous experience with USAID-funded projects preferred;
Strong written and oral communication skills;
Proficiency in the use of computers and Microsoft Office software;
Demonstrated ability to handle confidential and/or sensitive information;
Appreciation of and ability to work effectively in, diverse work environments;
Field-based security and crisis management experience; and
Fluency in Portuguese required, with English language proficiency preferred
**Please note: Mozambican citizens are encouraged to apply.**
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or other status protected by applicable law.
NOTE: This job posting should not be construed to imply that the requirements are the exclusive standards of the position nor will it be the sole basis for any subsequent employee evaluations. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties as may be required by their supervisor.