Jun 27, 2022

Security & Access Coordinator , Nigeria

Hiring Organization: Solidarités International
Job Location: Maiduguri, Nigeria

Closing date 26 Jul 2022

Job description:

Under the direct management of the Country Director, the Safety and Security Coordinator supports the Country Director in the adaptation of SI safety & security framework in Nigeria to the constant evolving context.

He/She also contributes to the monitoring of and reporting on the security context.

He/She aims to continuously build the capacity of the staff on security awareness and management and to diffuse an adequate security culture within the organisation.

He/She develops access strategies in all relevant areas of operation, current or prospective.
Your Profile
Specific skills and experience:Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
Minimum 5 years working with INGO specialized in humanitarian assistance.
Considerable and strong security planning and implementation work experience gained in the context of field relief operations in insecure areas
Substantial experience of working in conflict-affected areas and of associated risks to personal and organizational security
Security assessment/review experience and analytical and planning skills
Previous experience in Nigeria context is an advantage.


SI Will Offer You

A salaried position According to experience, starting from EUR 2400 gross per month (+ 10% annual leave allowance paid monthly i.e. 2640 euros gross per month) and a monthly Per Diem of USD 600. SI also covers accommodation costs and travel expenses between the expatriate’s country of origin and the place of assignment.

Breaks: During the assignment, a system of alternation between work and time off is implemented at the rate of 7 working days every three months.

Social and health cover Expatriates benefit from an insurance package which refunds all healthcare expenses (including medical and surgical expenses, dental care and ophthalmological expenses, repatriation) and a welfare system including war risks. Essential vaccination and antimalarial treatment costs are refunded.

LIVING CONDITIONS:

The Security & Access Coordinator will be based in Maiduguri, where all the coordination and regional teams are based.

In Maiduguri, the base offers a comfortable environment despite limited movements outside of the compound for security reasons. The Guest House offers good living conditions, with a private bedroom and bathroom and shared and comfortable common spaces. Electricity and internet are available at the office and at the GH at all times. Volleyball and badminton court, ping pong, and some gym equipment are available in the GH. All essential goods (food, hygiene etc..) can be bought locally in the small shops around the office, or in the pre-validated supermarket. Maiduguri has a good social life, even though the Covid-19 context has slowed it down. Visits to other NGOs are possible, as well as some pre-validated place.

Covid 19 :

SI recommends vaccination against Covid-19, using WHO approved vaccines. If possible, the vaccination should be done before departure in order to reduce the logistical constraints once on the ground.