Security Officer

About FHI 360:

FHI 360 is a non-profit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff include experts in health, education, nutrition, environment, economic development, civil society, gender, youth, research, and technology — creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 70 countries and all U.S. states and territories.

FHI 360 leads the implementation of the USAID funded Ethiopia Community Nutrition Activity. The Activity focuses on enhancing multisector coordination and accountability; improving nutrition practices and health-seeking behaviors; and strengthening delivery of quality nutrition services within USAID’s Feed the Future Zones of Influence.

Job Summary:

The Security Officer will discharge their assignment under the guidance of the FHI 360 Regional Security Manager. They will also work closely with the Chief of Party, the Director, Finance & Operations, the Regional Leads and the HR Officer in ensuring that all FHI 360 program staff and assets remain safe and secure from threats. They will give daily/weekly security updates on incidents, trends and risk mitigation strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supports the FHI 360 Security Team to develop, manage, and coordinate organization-wide security programs to address a variety of needs and issues.
• Interacts and coordinates with networks of security professionals and vendors to help safeguard the organization’s personnel, assets, and intellectual property.
• Prepares risk and threat assessment reports and mitigation recommendations for internal use.
• Participates in field assessments of new project implementation areas; documents the results using FHI 360 standard templates.
• Helps develop and establish the Country Security Plan and other security policies and procedures. Conducts security and political risk analyses.
• Conducts security/risk management training for staff. Following humanitarian principles, develops relationships with relevant authorities and community leaders to ensure access for ongoing programming.
• Interfaces with all levels of staff across functional areas to include Procurement, ISS, Human Resources, and Contracts and Grants.
• Monitors and analyzes the ongoing threat environment faced by the project and gathers and triangulates information regularly.
• Under the direction of the Regional Security Manager and/or Project Leadership, distributes threat warnings to all staff as appropriate.
• Ensures appropriate risk mitigation measures are taken to respond to the threats or changes in threats; includes physical protection measures, safe working routines, movement restrictions, protection equipment and security staff provision, as required.
• Oversees movement control and coordination for the project, transportation, and staff whereabouts for assigned geographic location.
• Oversees any security provider contracted by the project to ensure contractual compliance and performance of their duties, and act as the focal point of contact with the security provider.
• Escalates security incidents, violations, and recommended corrective actions, as appropriate, to senior management and the Regional Security Manager.
• Ensures all new employee/contractor and visitors personnel receive appropriate security orientations and briefings.
• Conducts routine security surveys and inspections of office and residential areas and premises; verifies all security devices such as locks, alarms, access systems and physical force protection measures are operational or reported for repair.
• Ensure that firefighting equipment are available on the premises. Maintains fire evacuation plan and conducts fire drills and training as necessary.
• Ensures visitor access and vehicle control systems are effective and appropriate for the threat environment.
• Required to assist with out-of-hours emergency response at the project, as required.
• Create and maintain project emergency staff contact tree and security messaging group.
• Maintain and enhance the travel management system to track the location and contact information for all staff, visitors, and consultants.
• Serve as the initial contact and coordinator for all emergency/staff incidents involving FHI 360 Nigeria staff and assets in the States, inform the Security Manager and recommend response actions.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned.

  Desired experience, skills and attributes:

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  • Working knowledge of security concepts, practices, and procedures as aspects of overall project design.
  • Ability to work with external agencies, including security counterparts in the host Government, United Nations, and peer INGOs.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment and work closely and communicate clearly with all departments, as well as outside organizations and companies.
  • Demonstrated long- and short-term planning skills, with the ability to identify resources and set priorities.
  • Ability to establish appropriate milestones and metrics to ensure effective follow-through on assigned initiatives.
  • Ability to respond quickly and effectively to crisis situations; ability to work under pressure.
  • Ability to analyze complex information and provide recommendations.
  • Strong and demonstrated program/project management skills.
  • Ability to prepare reports and provide information to management in a timely matter.
  • Ability to develop, administer, and evaluate security training.
  • Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
  • Articulate, professional and able to communicate in a clear, positive manner with clients and staff.
  • Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English and Amharic.
  • Ability to travel significantly within Ethiopia.

    Problem Solving & Impact:

    • Remains abreast of social, cultural, legal, and criminal issues and understand their potential impact on the organization.
    • Works on problems of diverse scope that require review of various factors.
    • Exercises good judgment with selecting methods and techniques to determine appropriate action.
    • Builds productive working relationships internally and externally.
    • Decisions may cause delays and affect a work unit or area within a department.
    • Works on problems of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors.
    • Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action.
    • Decisions may affect a work unit or area within a department.

      Supervision Given/Received:

      • Typically receives general instructions on routine work, detailed instructions on new projects or assignments.
      • Report to the Security Coordinator or Project Director.

        Education:

        • Bachelor's Degree or International Equivalent in security and protective services.
        • Training in security management – security analysis, emergency planning, and disaster response preferred.
        • A diploma / associate degree from a recognized military or police academy in combination with additional years of qualifying experience maybe accepted in lieu of a first level university degree.

          Experience:

          • Minimum of 3 years security management work experience in complex environments within Ethiopia.
          • Experience in incident reporting, incident mapping, compilation of security reports and assessments.
          • Experience in assessing security risks.
          • Experience in working with outside vendors.
          • Security Management or RedR certificate preferred.
          • Prior team lead experience preferred.
          • Prior work experience in a non-governmental organization (NGO), government agency, or private organization.

            Typical Physical Demands:

            • Typical office environment.
            • Ability to spend long hours looking at computer screen and doing repetitive work on a keyboard.
            • Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.

              Technology to be Used:

              • Personal Computer/Laptop, Microsoft applications (i.e., Office 365, SharePoint, Skype/Zoom/Teams), cell phone/mobile technology, and standard office equipment.

                Travel Requirements:

                • 10% - 25%

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