Sep 21, 2017

Safety and Security Officer

Employer: Save the Children
Location: Somalia
Closing date: 27 Oct 2017


The role

Serves as the area safety and security focal person for Mindanao, supporting the Senior Manager with the safety and security of all staff reporting to the field office. The scope of the role includes supporting on day to day security management; contingency planning and preparedness; and to implement and constantly review the effectiveness of the approved Safety and Security Management Plan for the field office.

Functions include: assess and regularly monitor security and safety situation in the field to determine appropriate action; maintain a network for exchange of reliable information on-the-ground situation; ensure safety and security standards are observed in the office, vehicles and project activity sites; lead in preparedness and execution of contingency safety and security procedures from staff security briefings to evacuation; submit incident reports; and manage day to day security including tracking of movements of staff and visitors and provide updated consolidate information to the senior management.

This role will require working closely with the Senior Manager, Safety and Security Manager, Logistics (Fleet) and Admin Teams.

Qualifications and experience
Previous experience in implementing and managing safety and security situations for large groups of staff
Can work well in highly stressful situations
Conscientious and thorough when following processes
Good communicator with excellent written and spoken English
Computer literate and adept in the use of MS Office software, particularly Excel for the management of trackers and contact lists
Highly organized, with good attention to detail and developed ability to prioritize multiple tasks to meet tight deadlines and organize work
Team player, good at building cross-team relationships
Previous experience of working for an NGO is desirable

Contract length: Fixed-Term position from Sept. 16, 2017 to Dec. 31, 2017 based in Cotabato City

The Organisation We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.

We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:
No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
Violence against children is no longer tolerated We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive workplace where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.

Application Information: Please apply using a cover letter and up-to-date CV as a single document. Please also include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations. A copy of the full role profile can be found at

We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.