May 11, 2023

Security Liaison Officer - Iraq

Job Location: Basrah ,Iraq

Expiry date: 2023-05-24
Sector: Oil & Gas
Job ref: 3438

Looking to hire Security Liaison Officer for an international oil and gas operator in Basrah. Candidates must have a minimum of 2 years of security experience, preferably with an international PSC. English and Arabic fluency is a must.

Role Synopsis

Responsible for supporting Information and Assessments Analyst with relevant information, analysis and products in support of business operations in Southern Iraq.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Production/ Delivery:
Provide daily support to Information and Assessments Analyst as required
Assist in the production of routine and bespoke products through the provision of evaluated information
Daily monitoring of traditional media and social media in Basra and across Iraq to provide a daily synopsis of relevant information to line manager
Provide timely and accurate reporting of incidents and security activity in Basra
Provide verbal translation for line manager as required
Assist Information and Assessments Analyst and other security department members in developing and delivering training for the company’s personnel as directed
If other dedicated staff are unavailable, produce and update access letters for the company assets and personnel as requested by line manager

Liaison:
In conjunction with Information and Assessments Analyst, maintain an effective relationship with Community Engagement team
Maintain a relationship with BOC Follow Up Section for the sharing of information on all relevant issues
Assist FLOs to manage and develop relationships with the BaOC Commander and staff for the sharing of information related to security threats
Regular engagement with key Basra International Airport staff on issues related to procedures and movement
Conduct regular engagement and maintain effective relationships with BOC Security Staff and other Security Staff, including those based at outstations

Coordination:
Attend the weekly Field Security Management meeting
Attend other meetings as directed by line manager
Enable and support VIP visits to HQ, Basra International Airport and other locations as directed by line manager
Maintain and manage relationship with ISCO staff in Basra and other off concession sites
As directed line manager, support security in compiling access requests and resolving access issues for Staff and Security Contractors at locations throughout Basra

Key Challenges:
Support line manager with timely, relevant and insightful information
Ability to be ‘on call’ and to work outside of office hours to respond to specific or urgent requests
Flexibility to support requests from other Security Department members as directed by line manager
Ability to adapt to changes in work practices and activity.

Key Criteria
Iraqi national – long term Basra resident would be advantageous
Fluent written and spoken Arabic.
Excellent written and spoken English – experience in verbal and written translation
A minimum of two years employment with a foreign commercial entity in Iraq
A minimum of two years security experience, preferably with an international PSC
Experience in electronic data management and data input
IT literate – proficient in the use of Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Google Earth and Outlook
Strong understanding of western commercial values and risk management principles
Possession of driving license and access to a vehicle
Willing and able to travel throughout Basra province on a daily basis
Willing and able to be ‘on call’ for occasional tasks outside normal working hours
Ability to demonstrate a high level of diligence, initiative and accuracy with limited supervision
Excellent presentation skills and confident public speaking
Detailed understanding local cultural sensitivities, particularly in the area of information sharing
Previous experience in Oil and Gas industry security or a similar environment is preferable
Long term experience working within an analytical environment in Iraq, preferably Basra, is desirable


Rotation
7 days on/ 7 days off

*Only applicants meeting the strict criteria outlined above will be contacted as part of the shortlisting process.

How To Apply
Please send your CV to : ooooooo@ooooooo,com (Email is available to subscribers Only )