Mission
The Security Coordinator supports the Country Coordinator with all security, safety and access management related matters by ensuring a continuously updated security and access analysis, the design, update, dissemination and implementation of all necessary security documents, tools and measures in all MdM areas of intervention in Ukraine, in line with MdM standards.
Geographical scope of intervention
The successful candidate will be based in Dnipro with frequent travels to other MdM bases including North, South and Eastern Ukraine.
Organisation chart
The successful candidate will be part of the coordination team and will report directly to the Country Coordinator.
Functions
Information Management:
Collect and disseminate relevant security information in a timely manner, including analysis of possible implications for current or future access to MdM areas or intervention, as well as programming and reputation and provide recommendations accordingly.
Ensure security information is stored and accessible both soft and hard copies.
Participate, and represent MDM in Ukraine based security information networks and other forums
and maintain close collaboration with other organizationsโ security coordinator and focal points.
Security management
In close coordination with the team, regularly update security management documents and tools included in the security plan, such as context analysis, risk analysis, scenario planning, contingency plans, standard operating procedures (SOPs), security rules and other relevant documents and tools.
Propose measures to constantly improve MdM security management in Ukraine, by creating/updating and following-up on the implementation of a security management action plan in line with MdM principles, strategy and resources.
Support coordinators to implement agreed security procedures, ensuring that all staff are familiar with and adhere to the policy and procedures of MDM and are informed of changes in security levels or procedures.
Monitor regularly the compliance of security standards in bases and operational locations, alert and propose corrective measures when needed.
Conduct or closely support security assessment of MDM facilities and locations of intervention.
Liaise with relevant security authorities in ensuring MDM fulfils security-related regulations such as obtaining necessary clearance letters when applicable.
Participate in program design in close cooperation with the Field Coordinators and Logistic department and ensure that the country budget covers security needs.
Be the main focal point at mission level for the implementation of the MDM Security Portal. Ensure the setup, awareness, and dissemination in the use of the Security Portal to all relevant staff (logistics, field coordinators, general coordinator)
Be a key member of the incident management team, support the Country Coordinator and advise on the response to internal security incidents.
Security Training
Identify safety, security, and access learning and development needs for country program staff and internal or external providers for these training needs.
Based on an assessment of training needs, develop, support, facilitate and/or deliver security and safety training to all staff members.
Provide effective and accurate general security briefings for existing staff, new staff and visitors.
Any additional security-related duties as determined by the General Coordinator and HQ Security Focal Point.
Minimum requirements
Requirements
Language: Excellent written and spoken English. Russian/Ukrainian is an asset.
Computer requirements: Office pack user level. Dataset management and mapping software skills desirable.
Experience
At least 3 years in senior security management or advisory positions, or similar, for INGOs in highly volatile conflict environment, preferably in similar contexts.
Competence profile
Excellent communication, networking and interpersonal skills.
Capacity to remain calm under pressure not losing sight of strategic priorities. High level of responsibility, professionalism and flexibility.
Cultural awareness and adaptability.
Understanding of the humanitarian principles and the international humanitarian law. Strong organizational and time management capacity.
Strong analytical skills.
Self-motivation and capacity to work under pressure and with limited management oversight. Alignment with principles, values, mission and ethics of Mรฉdicos del Mundo.
Strict compliance with the safety protocols stablished for the country and MdM mission.
Availability
March 2024
Salary
Medicos del Mundoโs Salary charts.
Category: Group 4 R&R policy applicable.
Hazard allowance policy applicable.