Safety and Security Consultant at Heifer International

Objective 

• The Consultant will assist in the development of security and safety policy and protocols for program operations in Nigeria; keeping program teams informed with up-to-date local information that affects security and safety procedures and day-to-day operations.
• Additionally, s/he will be responsible for supporting security operations in the field.

Duties and Responsibilities
The Consultant shall work under the guidance of the Country Director and will undertake the following task:  

• Conduct comprehensive assessments/studies on security infrastructure and operations as well as workplace safety 
• Maintain strategic relationships with key government ministries and the Nigerian security sector, including developing relationships with local security professionals, NGO/IP security managers, and security forces for the purpose of enhancing intelligence-gathering capabilities and support networks 
• Develop and guide the adoption of appropriate safety and security policies and standards, as well as standard operating procedures (SOPs), tools and templates for the effective implementation of developed policies and standards 
• Contribute to the overall management of safety and security, including but not limited to the production of plans and budgets; participation in security threat assessment and the production of regular security advisories; as well as the organization of regular meetings on safety and security. 
• Provide expert guidance, advice and support in terms of overall safety and security 
• Provide guidance and lead efforts to create a safe work environment, as well as develop and implement safety training and awareness activities for all staff 
• Provide daily & weekly security updates on incidents, trends and risk mitigation 
• Monitor the local environment in the areas of operation and recommend changes in security posture when necessary 
• Develop a security risk mitigation plan for identified risks associated in the areas of operation 
• Identify existing security coordination platforms in the areas of operation (especially those used by existing donor agencies), their membership, and requirements for Heifer International to be accepted as a member 
• Perform all other duties on safety and security as may be required. 

Essential Skills, Knowledge and Experience 

• Bachelor's Degree or International equivalent in Criminology or Criminal Justice, Political Science, Homeland Security, Security Administration or related field. 
• Typically requires 10 years of working with law enforcement/ in a Security function coupled with experience working with international donors, INGOs, or other humanitarian security experience directly related to Nigeria or West Africa 
• Demonstrated experience in implementing security strategies, policies, procedures and standards.
• Must be proficient in producing and presenting security reports and briefings using Microsoft Word, PowerPoint Presentations.
• Demonstrated good understanding of the security context in Nigeria.
• Proven expertise in Nigerian security issues, including current threat environment, security policy, key actors, risk assessment, and best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to produce security deliverables and documentation, such as security risk assessments, site assessments, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and briefing documents.