Sep 5, 2022

Country Security Manager - Central African Republic

Hiring Organization: CARE
Job Location: Bangui, Central African Republic

Job requisition id: R10486

Applicant Types Accepted:Local and International Applicants (IA's) Accepted
Employee Contract Type:International Assignment - Fixed Term (Fixed Term)
Base Salary: TBD

Job Description:
Purpose Of Position: 

To support the Response Director in ensuring that effective security measures for the Response Office programs are both appropriately planned for and addressed within the national context. Lead in the optimization of organizational security and the mitigation of operational risks for ministry effectiveness by establishing security systems and mechanisms for institutionalizing an organizational culture and practice of safety and security.

Major Responsibilities:
List statements describing the final results of this position and method of accomplishments, and how results/performance are reviewed and measured. Begin with the most important accountabilities.


ROLE DIMENSION / DESCRIPTION
Strategy & Planning

Develop and implement the Response Office security strategy in alignment with WV security policy so as to ensure the operational priorities of the Response Office are appropriately supported.
Ensure Security Risk Assessments, Country Risk Ratings and Core Security Requirement standards, processes and procedures are completed in accordance with current Office of Corporate Security guidelines and training
Provide leadership/ management of the security team in country.
Response Office is aligned with all current World Vision security policies and strategies.

30%

Security Operations

Work with the Response Director and Regional Security Director to carry out Security Risk Assessments as required/directed.
Country Risk Ratings are established and updated as required
Ensure Core Security Requirements are implemented in line with Country Risk Ratings
Provide input and support to management in crisis situations and critical incidents
Conduct security investigations when required.
Response Office is applying all current security requirements in accordance with World Vision security policy and procedures.

20%

Fleet Management

Strengthen Standardization and enforcement of fleet management procedures, guidelines and processes;
Analyze and disseminate information from fleet management system for management decision.
Ensure that all organization’s motor vehicles and motorcycles are properly insured in accordance with the set policies.
Promote and spearhead safety driving /riding of motorcycles and motor vehicles in the organization.
Management of fleet and logistics related contracts for goods and services
Analyze vehicle status and cost upkeep, provide recommendations on vehicle disposal and replacement.
Support the implementation of the security management plan for the country program through providing adequate transport planning and support.
Response Office Fleet Management is well managed in accordance with World Vision Fleet policy and procedures.

15%

Networking and External Liaison/Engagement

Represent WV at local NGO security network meetings and ensure information from these groups is disseminated to relevant staff.
Build ongoing networks for sharing security information and coordination with the UN agencies, the Govt and other relevant partners.
Security Relationships with other NGO’s and relevant partners are established and maintained.

15%

Capacity Building and Technical Training

Coordinate the assessment, development and implementation of the Response office capacity building plan for security management based on local security risk assessments.
Seek to develop a culture of security awareness and monitor staff compliance.
Buy in a stronger organizational security culture by assessing staff security training needs.
Response staff are trained in alignment with the Office of Corporate Security and current international good practice standards.

10%

Reporting and Documentation

Provide a regular security report to the Response Office, Region and Office of Corporate Security.
Ensure that all security incidents are reported in accordance with WV Security Policy.
Conduct performance reviews of the field-based security focal persons.
Collect, analyze and disseminate security information appropriately
All documentation is prepared in a clear and concise manner and disseminated in accordance with World Vision policies and procedures.

10%

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Minimum education, training, and experience requirements to qualify for the position:
(The following knowledge, skills, and abilities may be acquired through a combination of formal schooling, self-education, prior experience, or on-the-job training.)

Education
Relevant Bachelor’s degree (Master preferred) in Security Management, Risk Management, Strategic Studies, International Relations or Emergency Management. Or 3 years equivalent field experience in organizational Security Risk Management.

Preferred
Previous experience in the professional security arena (INGO, Corporate, Military, Law Enforcement, or Emergency Services).

Experience
No previous criminal record or convictions - Essential
REQUIRED: Confirmed employment of the security officer is contingent on him/her passing the HEAT training course within 90 days of employment (probation period) - Essential
At least 5 years’ experience in a proven security or emergency service field (public, private, and government or NGO sectors in military, security or law enforcement services).
Operational experience
Strategic / Managerial experience- Essential
Minimum three (3) years’ experience working with UN Agency / NGO

Preferred
Radio and/or Satellite phone communications experience, operations and management - Desirable
Demonstrated experience in designing and delivering training. - Essential
Demonstrated project management stills and the ability to work effectively under pressure (particularly in a crisis situation) - Essential
Ability to communicate well in English & French (verbal and written) – particularly in a crisis situation - EssentialValid Passport and Driving License 
  • Local
  • International
First Aid qualified- Desirable
Computer literate (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) - Essential
Professional - behave in professional manner at all times and demonstrate ability to represent the organization well at interagency meetings - Essential
Demonstrated personal values, attitudes and behaviors that are consistent with World Vision Core Values