Nov 21, 2017

Field Security Assistant

Employer: World Vision (NGO)
Location: Uganda - Arua District Imvepi Settlement



Purpose of the position:

Provide administrative, operational and coordination support to the Response Security so to ensure effective implementation of the security function.

Key Outputs/Responsibilities.

Security Support

Provide security support to the area of operation in crisis situations and critical incidents.

Support contingency plans for Programme suspension, staff hibernation, relocation and evacuation plans.

Conduct periodic location Security Risk Assessments to ensure that all safety and security equipment are available and in serviceable condition.

Track staff movement during working hours to ensure safe travels

Conduct security investigations WHEN required.

Support Periodic review of Security risk rating in accordance with Core Security Requirements.

Continuously monitor the prevailing security context in the field and generate timely updates as required

Support the development of security plans and standard operating procedures, and monitor compliance

Security Operations

Provide support and coordination to Response Security Coordinator or Country Security Manager as may be requested

Networking and External Liaison/Engagement

Provide calendar and travel coordination support to Response Security Coordinator

Provide Coordination of security support to the Response High Profile Visitors when required.

Provide coordination and attend meetings with other INGO/UN partners in the Response as may be delegated from time to time.

Capacity Building and Technical Training

Keep calendar of training events

Coordinate and at times conduct security orientation and/or briefings for visitors as requested

Prepare and collate training materials

Coordinate communication with participants

Provide admin and logistical support for venues and materials

Reporting and Documentation

Keep a log and report of all security incidences and coordinate the follow-up

Provide Regular security reports to Response Coordinator as per WV policy

Qualifications: Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience

Diploma in security management or equivalent qualification or experience in a related field

No previous criminal record or convictions

Exposure to the security field (public, private, government or NGO sectors).

Radio and/or Satellite phone communications experience, operations and management

Excellent verbal communication skills in English

Experience in providing administrative support to security function

Ability to work effectively under pressure

Demonstrated administrative and coordination skills

Computer literate (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Demonstrated personal values, attitudes and behaviors that are consistent with World Vision Core Values

Previous Security related work experience

Has a working knowledge of core humanitarian principals as it is vital to WVI OCS function.

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