Hiring Organization: Inkomoko
Job Location: Rwanda, Kigali - Kenya, Nairobi - Ethiopia, Addis Ababa
Responsibilities
Risk Assessment and Prevention (40% time):
Constant security audits and risk assessments to stay apprised of risks to staff and assets
Prepare and share threat assessment and security briefs to prevent incidents
Develop risk mitigation policies, and practices, aligned with local guidelines and realities
Train and support colleagues to detect risks and prevent harm
Ensure staff fulfill all company or country required health and safety guidelines while traveling and prepare advance travel briefs
Maintains dialog with local security authorities to understand all potential risks
Employee Safety & Welfare (40% time):
Implement safety, risk, and compliance training programs, including onboarding new staff
Support employee wellness programs, mental health, and vaccines (ie. COVID response, etc)
Manage the International SOS travel platform
Maintain the daily briefings for all staff from OSAC, etc
Train staff on all protocols related to child protection, refugee protection, gender protection
Maintain a constant two-way flow of information with colleagues, escalating as needed.
Harm Reduction (20% time):
Facilitate communication in any active incident to ensure as positive resolution as possible
Support investigations and reporting of incidents involving Inkomoko staff or assets.
Create and maintain a case log of any incidents, near misses, and follow-up.
Work with local authorities to report any incidents, including UNHCR, police, etc
Provide appropriate support for staff medical, emotional, and logistical needs after an incident
Ensure resources are available for emergency response (first aid, fire response, etc)
Minimum Qualifications
Inkomoko seeks a proactive, resourceful, self-motivated security and safety expert, who cares deeply about people. A successful candidate will demonstrate:
5 years in security, crisis management, or law enforcement required in East Africa
Industry expertise and excellent knowledge of health, safety & security management
Geographic experience in managing risks across diverse hardship locations
Expertise in concepts of duty of care for the organization’s responsibility
Expert understanding of the regional security environment
Experience in conducting risk assessments related to safety and security
Analytical, be able to visualize threats and issues from data
Results-oriented and able to deliver under pressure;
Excellent communication nd negotiation skills;
What You'll Get
This role is a tremendous opportunity to work in a high-growth, mission-driven organization. Our compensation includes both great culture and a competitive market-based package, including:
Incredible company culture, including deep investment in your learning and growth, and a commitment to inclusion and diversity
Opportunity to work with a talented, passionate, and committed team of professionals across the region
Ability to make a significant social impact and contribute to economic growth
Competitive salary, and potential KPI-based bonus
Favorable policies like health insurance, staff savings program, parental leave, sabbatical program, and more.
To Apply
If you have matching qualifications for the role, please submit your cover letter and CV.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Inkomoko is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Refugees, women, and persons who reflect the diverse communities we serve are strongly encouraged to apply. As a company, we have policies in place that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion at all levels.
NB: We do not employ staff whose background is not suitable. All employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all applicable background checks.
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Job Location: Rwanda, Kigali - Kenya, Nairobi - Ethiopia, Addis Ababa
Responsibilities
Risk Assessment and Prevention (40% time):
Constant security audits and risk assessments to stay apprised of risks to staff and assets
Prepare and share threat assessment and security briefs to prevent incidents
Develop risk mitigation policies, and practices, aligned with local guidelines and realities
Train and support colleagues to detect risks and prevent harm
Ensure staff fulfill all company or country required health and safety guidelines while traveling and prepare advance travel briefs
Maintains dialog with local security authorities to understand all potential risks
Employee Safety & Welfare (40% time):
Implement safety, risk, and compliance training programs, including onboarding new staff
Support employee wellness programs, mental health, and vaccines (ie. COVID response, etc)
Manage the International SOS travel platform
Maintain the daily briefings for all staff from OSAC, etc
Train staff on all protocols related to child protection, refugee protection, gender protection
Maintain a constant two-way flow of information with colleagues, escalating as needed.
Harm Reduction (20% time):
Facilitate communication in any active incident to ensure as positive resolution as possible
Support investigations and reporting of incidents involving Inkomoko staff or assets.
Create and maintain a case log of any incidents, near misses, and follow-up.
Work with local authorities to report any incidents, including UNHCR, police, etc
Provide appropriate support for staff medical, emotional, and logistical needs after an incident
Ensure resources are available for emergency response (first aid, fire response, etc)
Minimum Qualifications
Inkomoko seeks a proactive, resourceful, self-motivated security and safety expert, who cares deeply about people. A successful candidate will demonstrate:
5 years in security, crisis management, or law enforcement required in East Africa
Industry expertise and excellent knowledge of health, safety & security management
Geographic experience in managing risks across diverse hardship locations
Expertise in concepts of duty of care for the organization’s responsibility
Expert understanding of the regional security environment
Experience in conducting risk assessments related to safety and security
Analytical, be able to visualize threats and issues from data
Results-oriented and able to deliver under pressure;
Excellent communication nd negotiation skills;
What You'll Get
This role is a tremendous opportunity to work in a high-growth, mission-driven organization. Our compensation includes both great culture and a competitive market-based package, including:
Incredible company culture, including deep investment in your learning and growth, and a commitment to inclusion and diversity
Opportunity to work with a talented, passionate, and committed team of professionals across the region
Ability to make a significant social impact and contribute to economic growth
Competitive salary, and potential KPI-based bonus
Favorable policies like health insurance, staff savings program, parental leave, sabbatical program, and more.
To Apply
If you have matching qualifications for the role, please submit your cover letter and CV.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Inkomoko is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Refugees, women, and persons who reflect the diverse communities we serve are strongly encouraged to apply. As a company, we have policies in place that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion at all levels.
NB: We do not employ staff whose background is not suitable. All employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all applicable background checks.
Apply