Security Manager at the Management Sciences for Health (MSH) Part Time

Job Title: Security Manager

Ref No: R859
Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Job Type: Full Time

Overview

• The Security Manager will work in close collaboration with the Project Directors and staff to ensure staff and property are safe.
• S/He will direct the development, implementation and monitoring of an effective strategy to mitigate risk, maintain continuity of operations and provide for the safety and security of all employees.
• S/he shall also serve as the subject matter expert on all safety and security related matters.
• S/he will be responsible for establishing policies and standards affecting safety and security of staff members, facilities and assets, and program activities.
• S/he will ensure security protocols and mechanisms are in place to address country programs’ unique security challenges.
• S/he will provide direction and technical support in developing and maintaining country programs’ context-specific field security plans.

Responsibilities

• Provide security advisory on effective physical and procedural security measures to staff in MSH focal states.
• Review staff travel schedules and projected travel itineraries to identify potential security and safety-related issues.
• Continuously monitor and analyze the security situation in the country to guarantee highest possible protection of staff and physical assets.
• Liaise with local law enforcement, diplomatic/international organizations and private security officers in close consultation with the Portfolio Director, to develop and strengthen contacts with local authorities.
• Develop and submit a Security Risk Assessment and Security Tree to the Portfolio Director.
• Report security intelligence, incidents and concerns to Senior Management and propose adequate security measurements in case of possible security threats to staff and assets.
• Provide security briefing to all newly arriving staff and visiting staff.
• Constantly monitoring the environment with the aim of issuing security advisory through the Portfolio Director, on matters that may affect the safety and security of staff.
• Conduct periodic security awareness briefings for staff.
• Organize security and fire/life safety training and briefing for staff.
• Ensure all security incidences and occurrences are well reported, coordinated and documented.
• Provide periodic security updates to all staff on project sites and the Country Office.
• Activate emergency response and provide necessary assistance and guidance to staff.
• Serve as the primary focal point for safety and security for MSH Nigeria.
• Conduct security/risk assessments, scenario planning, security plan development and crisis/contingency planning;
• Develop and implement security policies, protocols and procedures.
• Plan and coordinate security operations for specific events.
• Investigate and resolve crises.
• Analyze data to form proposals for improvements (e.g. implementation of new technology)
• Coordinate security operations or activities with public law enforcement, the Federal Fire Service and other agencies.
• Attend meetings, professional seminars, or conferences to keep abreast of changes or new technologies impacting security operations.
• Monitor security policies, programs or procedures to ensure compliance with internal security policies, licensing requirements, or applicable government security requirements, policies, and directives.
• Analyze and evaluate security operations to identify risks or opportunities for improvement.
• Conduct physical examination of property to ensure compliance with security policies and regulations.
• Communicate security status, updates, and actual or potential problems, using established protocols.
• Collect and analyze security data to determine security needs, security program goals, or program accomplishments.
• Create report and develop security KPIs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in International Relations, International Development, Criminal Justice, Security Administration or related area;
• NGO security, military or law enforcement background;
• Minimum of 9 years implementing security programs and a strong knowledge of security management in complex environments;
• Some familiarity with USAID, GF and other donor agencies policies and procedures;
• Experience using relevant technology and equipment;
• Experience working in conflict and post-conflict settings;
• Experience conducting training for small and large groups;
• Comprehensive knowledge of security issues in Nigeria
• Demonstrated understanding of complex emergencies, related security concerns and appropriate responses to such emergencies;
• Experience in reporting and emergency response planning
• Excellent knowledge of security protocols and procedures
• Solid understanding of budgeting and statistical data analysis;
• Working knowledge of MS Office;
• Exceptional communication skills for explaining complex security concerns, policies, protocols, and procedures to senior management, employees, consultants, volunteers and consistently apply them at all levels;
• Written and spoken fluency in English required; second language a plus;
• Willingness to travel to post-conflict and high-risk environments as required
• S/he must be physically fit.
• Must have good knowledge of security environments and hazards.
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Being analytical.
• Must be proactive.
• Being able to work with a team.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.