Jan 24, 2017

Security Advisor , Africa

Location: Maiduguri Nigeria
Closing date: 28 Feb 2017



As part of our activities in Nigeria, we are looking for a Security Advisor.

Under the supervision and the direction of the Head of Mission, the Security Advisor initiates all appropriate risk management protocoles/guidance/tools/support services, related to the safety and security, and the protection of assets in mission. S/He oversight all technical security support provided to the field in areas related to the security of staffs and activities (as assessments, contingency plans, scenario plannings, etc.).

The Security Advisor initiates to reducing the vulnerability of PUI employees and programs to the threats (potentials or reals) in its geographical areas of intervention/presence, by analysing the socio-political and security context and monitoring incidents/clashes (past or potential).
S/He serves as a technical resource for the Head of Mission, the Field Coordinator and even for the Deputy HoM for Programs, by providing risk assessments and analysis, security awareness trainings, security management technical support, safety and security guidances, and timely advisory information.
S/He acts as Security Focal Point for PUI’ security training activities in Nigeria, environmental analysis and development of security capacities.
S/He also works closely with the Field Coordinator and the Logistic Department at the field level to maintain a safe and secure


Education and experience:
Experience in the humanitarian context in higly insecure environments (min. 4 years)
Previous experience with NGOs and/or military, peacekeeping
Previous experience in the region
Previous experience as security officer / adviser
Knowledge of principles and current approaches to permissive/acceptance models of security management.

Knowledge and aptitudes:
Good writing skills
Advanced knowledge of the humanitarian context

Computer skills:

Pack Office: Proficient

Required Personal Characteristics:

Mandatory :
Context analytical skills
Capacity to handle high levels of insecurity on the field
Communication skills and ability to develop a network
Autonomy, ability to organise him/herself and his/her work
Flexibility, ability to adapt him/herself to changing context and various stakeholders

Appreciated:
Ability in representation tasks
Languages

English mandatory

French Desirable
Proposed Terms

Fixed-Term Contract – 6 months – renewable

Minimum Duration of commitment : 3 months

Starting date : 1st February 2017
Monthly gross income: from 2 200 up to 2 530 Euros depending on the experience in International Solidarity + 50 Euros per semester seniority with PUI
Cost covered: Round-trip transportation to and from home / mission, visas, vaccines…
Insurance including medical coverage and complementary healthcare, 24/24 assistance and repatriation
Housing in collective accommodation
Daily living Expenses (« Per diem »)


Break Policy : 5 working days at 3 and 9 months

How To Apply
Please, send your application (Resume and Cover letter) to xxxxxxxxx@xxxxxxxxxxxx.com 

Email available to paid up Members ONLY