Security Manager at Pro-Health International

Job Summary / Responsibilities

• Develop and implement security policies, protocols and procedures
• Control budgets for security operations and monitor expenses
• Recruit, train and supervise security officers and guards
• Attend meetings with other managers to determine operational needs
• Plan and coordinate security operations for specific events
• Coordinate staff when responding to emergencies and alarms
• Review reports on incidents and breaches
• Investigate and resolve issues
• Create reports for management on security status
• Analyze data to form proposals for improvements (e.g. implementation of new technology)
• The Security Officer is responsible for supporting the Northeast Nigeria Security director of programs, and Bauchi State program officer to ensure that safety and security is mainstreamed into all field operations across Northeast Nigeria and that the high-quality information is available for decision making.
• In collaboration with the Travel Team, monitor movement and provide security guidance to national staff on the current situation in operational areas.

Minimum Qualifications / Skills

• Minimum of 6 years’ experience in the field of community engagement, risk management, safety and security management or other related fields
• Degree in Criminal Justice, Peace and Security Studies, Political Science or a related-field
• Minimum of two years working in a security-sensitive environment
• BSc or HND, further education in security administration or similar field will be an asset
• Proven experience as security manager or similar position
• Experience using relevant technology and equipment (e.g. CCTV)
• Experience in reporting end emergency response planning
• Excellent knowledge of security protocols and procedures
• Solid understanding of budgeting and statistical data analysis
• Working knowledge of MS Office
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Outstanding organizational and leadership skills
• Committed and reliable.