Security Manager at Widows and Orphans Empowerment Organization (WEWE)

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• S/he will lead the development of the security platform.
• S/he will develop comprehensive and realistic security protocols for program operations to ensure that they are in compliant with WEWE’s safety and security policies and procedures.
• S/he will work closely with the project technical and operations teams to create tailored processes to protect project staff and assets
• S/he will supervise and manage direct-line security advisors and ensure appropriate professional standards, growth, and performance.
• S/he will build and enhance security relationships.
• S/he will establish relationships with local law enforcement, civil authorities, and development organizations to obtain the most current information affecting the security of the program.
• S/he will liaise with local security forces, beneficiaries, and members of the team and establish a network of contacts who can provide information regularly.
• S/he will coordinate with the management, continue rigorous liaising and networking with appropriate international security sources other donors, and their projects.
• S/he will make recommendations for security enhancements and modifications and ensure that approved recommendations are implemented.
• S/he will conduct incident and situation reporting. Reach out to staff and contacts for local and regional updates on security.
• S/he will transmit security alerts for emerging situations and report all security-related incidents involving WEWE staff.
• S/he will provide reports as requested to the senior management team that capture major events and any impact on staff or program delivery.
• S/he will be guided with threat information and recommendations on travel before any field trips outside of the station, including providing area-specific emergency contact information (local hospitals, police stations, etc.).
• S/he will manage and continuously upgrade the WEWE’s security management program.
• S/he will conduct scenario training and test exercises and ensure emergency continuity.
• S/he will facilitate training as required, and periodic drills at each project office.
• S/he will strengthen project staff security skills and habits.
• S/he will recommend staff training programs and monitor completion and compliance. This includes regular briefings, security guidelines, communication procedures, travel precautions, emergency procedures, and movement restrictions (as needed).
• Perform other functions assigned by the supervisor

Qualification Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
• Strong contextual knowledge of the security environment in Nigeria.
• Five (5) or more years of experience in security management and oversight of security platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to generate and leverage network connections to promote an accurate understanding of risk and strengthen knowledge of country context.
• Proven effectiveness in conducting liaison activities in complex and high-risk environments.
• Prior professional experience working in law enforcement or the military coupled with private sector work experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of U.S. government and USAID processes and regulations is preferred.
• Well-connected with local Nigerian authorities and international NGOs operating in Nigeria, as well as possessing a high ability to build strategic relationships and expand network.
• Proven expertise in Nigerian security issues, including current threat environment, security policy, key actors, risk assessment, and best practices.
• Experience providing security oversight to an international donor program is desirable.
• Ability to report to and coordinate with multiple stakeholders, both internal and external.
• Experience in training civilians on safety and security measures.
• Excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills.
• Fluency in English is required.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent technical writing skills
• Good interpersonal skills: must function well in a team setting.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Training facilitation skill is a plus.