Feb 14, 2023

Security Coordinator , Mauritania

Hiring Organization: World Vision
Job Locations: Nouakcho, Mauritania


Major Responsibilities:
1- Strategy & Planning
Develop and implement the National Office security strategy in alignment with WV security policy so as to ensure the operational priorities of the National 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 focal persons in the country.

2. Security Operations
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.

3- 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..

4- Capacity Building and Technical Training
Coordinate the assessment, development and implementation of the national 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.

With the necessary support, conduct security training (fire safety, first aid, security awareness etc.).

5- Resou Reporting and Documentation
Provide a regular security report to the National 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

Other Competencies/Attributes:

Qualifications
Éducation/Connaissances/Compétences techniques et expérience

Education
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
Police/Law Enforcement Training

Other:
No previous criminal record or convictions

REQUIRED: 
Confirmed employment of the security officer is contingent on him/her passing the HEAT training course within 90 days of employment (probation period).
At least three (3) years experience in a proven security field (public, private, and government or NGO sectors).