Safety & Security Coordinator at Women for Women International

Location: Jos, Plateau

Purpose

• The Safety & Security Coordinator is responsible for implementing security measures and procedures, and for ensuring compliance with WfWI security policies on behalf of the Country Director.
• He or she is also responsible for acting as the primary security liaison with the WfWI HQ Director of Safety & Security and any in-country security resources that are available. Examples of these would include the INSO, US Mission, the OSAC Country Council, and security team members from other implementing partners and international organisations.
• This is a key role of the SSFP who acts as the local threat monitoring staff member, assessing threats to the project including Terrorism, Kidnapping, Crime, Civil Unrest and Geo-Political instability.

Responsibilities
Safety & Security:

• Serve as the WfWI focal point for safety & security and liaise closely with the WfWI HQ Director of Safety & Security.
• Ensure that all staff and activities comply with the country office and global safety and security policies and procedures.
• An effective and secure communications plan is established and functioning communications equipment for all offices and field offices is maintained.
• Effective safety and security management systems are in place, enabling programs while mitigating safety and security risks.
• A Safety and Security Management Plan with appropriate contingency plans are developed and maintained, with contingency plans being practiced annually.
• All facilities are managed and equipped to operate safely and securely.
• All staff receive safety and security trainings, orientations, briefings appropriate to their roles and as determined by the assessed risks in the operational environment.
• All safety and security incidents are reported to the designated authority in a timely manner (not exceeding 24 hours) and follow up actions are carried out in accordance with the relevant procedures.
• Effective crisis management systems are in place to respond to any critical event in accordance with WfWI crisis management policies, procedures and templates.
• Liaise with government security bodies as needed to ensure WfWI compliance with security requirements and approvals.
• Conduct regular threat & risk assessments to identify security measures required in all WfWI, guest houses and training centers.
• Ensure vehicle and staff movements are monitored according to procedures and that necessary safety and security equipment are available and in a serviceable condition.
• Prepare security updates and reports as required.
• Monitor flash notices and regular reports from UNDSS/INSO and share with staff as needed; attend security coordination meetings.

Transport Management:

• Ensure that drivers follow all safety and security procedures and that drivers maintain their vehicles to expected standards.
• Oversee usage protocol of all vehicle tracking devices and report any serious incidents immediately to the CD & HQ Director of Safety & Security.
• Obtain necessary travel clearance /access permission from local authorities where applicable.
• Ensure safe and adequate transport provision to all international staff and visitors.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Safety/Security Field with Management or related field. A Master’s degree is an added advantage.
• 5 years of relevant work experience in the Safety and Security field with a NGO or UN
• Working knowledge of threat assessments, risk mitigation and ability to work on acceptance strategy at all levels.
• Advanced level of understanding of various communications technologies, including VHF and HF radio systems, satellite phones, cell phones, etc.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work under high pressure
• Builds and maintains effective relationships, with their team, colleagues and external partners and suppliers
• Highly organized and detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Language fluency in English (reading, writing and speaking) and local language (Hausa) skills are required
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook)
• Strong commitment to WfWI's mission and values
• Ability to work outside of working hours as needed
• Ability to travel is required.