Associate Security Officer
Job Vacancy | Thursday, December 5, 2024
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- Reference Number 240832 Position Level NS 1 Department Corporate Services Department Division Security and Emergency Services Unit Location Asian Development Bank Headquarters Date Posted Thursday, December 5, 2024 Closing Date Saturday, December 28, 2024 11:59 p.m. (2359 Manila Time, 0800 GMT)
Join Our Mission to Foster Prosperity in Asia
Are you ready to make a lasting impact on the future of Asia and be a catalyst for positive change? We are thrilled to offer a unique opportunity to become an important part of the prestigious Asian Development Bank (ADB). At ADB, our mission is simple yet powerful: to alleviate poverty and promote sustainable development in the Asia-Pacific region.
Organizational Setting and Reporting Relationship
The position of Associate Security Officer is assigned to the Organizational Resilience and Security Division (CSRS) within the Corporate Services Department (CSD). You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines, with frequent travel to the Business Continuity Facility Security Operations Center (SOC) at the Philippine Clark Office, Clark Global City.
You will report to the designated International Staff and oversee a large shift-based team of consultants, vendors, and contractors across two SOC locations.
Your Role
As an Associate Security Officer, you will manage the daily operations of ADB's Security Operations Centers (SOCs) at Headquarters and Clark Office, ensuring 24/7 monitoring and response capabilities. You will integrate crisis management, business continuity, and organizational resilience into SOC functions, overseeing the execution of emergency response and crisis communication, contributing to the planning and coordination of ADB's Organizational Resilience (OR) and Business Continuity (BC) programs.
You will:
- Lead SOC operations in both HQ and Clark Office to ensure seamless 24/7 monitoring, incident response, and operational continuity across ADB's global footprint by overseeing shift schedules, monitoring staff availability, and providing regular performance updates, and participating in the Duty Officer roster.
- Provide guidance for the assessment, analysis, and response to global, regional, and local security, safety, and emergency incidents, while monitoring, issuing early warnings, situation reports, and coordinating with field security, HQ security, and emergency services.
- Enhance SOC operations by updating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), ensuring high-quality SOC products such as reports and emergency communication messages, and assisting in vendor management tasks, including budget reviews, procurement activities, and program implementation.
- Serve as a liaison between the SOC, emergency services, and organizational resilience teams to ensure cohesive and proactive management of security risks and incidents and coordinate the review, testing, and implementation of business continuity and crisis management exercises.
Qualifications
You will need
Bachelor's degree in international relations, political science, social science, business administration, engineering, accounting, management, or other relevant field, with advanced training in political risk, crisis communication, disaster recovery, or security. At least 6 years of relevant work experience with exposure to Security Operations Centers or similar operations centers, Business Continuity, Organizational Resilience, and Crisis Management activities preferred. Demonstrated leadership and managerial skills, with experience in supervising teams, coordinating activities, and ensuring operational effectiveness. Familiarity with information technology, data management, emergency communication, and procurement systems, with experience project management, crisis management tools and rapid notification systems. Able to collaborate with colleagues and seek guidance when needed. Work both as part of a team and independently. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, coupled with planning, critical thinking, and analytical abilities. Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for National Staff level 1.Benefits
ADB offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. The salary will be based on ADB's standards and comparator markets, taking into account your qualifications and experience.
Paid leave (including parental) Medical and health benefits Life and other insurance plans Staff development Retirement planAdditional Information
ADB will be rolling out a new job grading structure on 1 January 2025, which may result in a change of the position grade and title with no change in the terms of reference. By proceeding with your application, you acknowledge and accept all changes resulting from the new job grading structure.
About Us
Asian Development Bank (ADB) is an international development finance institution headquartered in Manila, Philippines and is composed of 69 members, 49 of which are from the Asia and Pacific region. ADB is committed to achieving a prosperous, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable Asia and the Pacific, while sustaining its efforts to eradicate extreme poverty. ADB combines finance, knowledge, and partnerships to fulfill its expanded vision under its Strategy 2030.
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