Field Security Officer with ref. WV-FSODI

Location	Duhok	Job Type	Permanent
Salary		Sector	NGO

To support the Zonal Manager, Response Director/Manager and Response Security Manager, in ensuring that effective security and fleet safety measures for the National Office/Response programs are appropriately planned for and addressed within the national context. The position will lead in optimizing organizational security, security risk management and be the Zonal focal point for managing day-to-day fleet operations.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Strategy & Planning

Assist the Response Security Manager in Implementing the Response security strategy in alignment with WV security policy so as to ensure the operational priorities of the Zonal Office is appropriately supported.
Ensure Security Risk Assessments, Context Risk Ratings and Core Security Requirement standards, processes and procedures are completed in accordance with current Office of Corporate Security guidelines and training.
Provide technical leadership and guidance to the Zonal Staff.

Security Operations

Work with the Zonal Manager and other managers as appropriate to carry out Security Risk Assessments as required/directed.
Ensure Zonal Context Risk Ratings are established and updated as required.
Ensure Core Security Requirements are implemented in line with Context Risk Ratings for the offices within area of responsibility.
Provide input and support to management in crisis situations and critical incidents
Conduct security investigations when required.
Conduct site visits with Operations team to conduct new area Security Risk Assessment to assist in expanding operational reach/portfolio.
Networking and External Liaison/Engagement
Represent WV at local NGO security network meetings and ensure information from these groups is disseminated to relevant staff.
Build ongoing networks for sharing security information and coordination,
Capacity Building and Technical Training
Coordinate the assessment, development and implementation of the response office capacity building plan for Zone Staff based on local security risk assessments.
Seek to develop a culture of security awareness and monitor staff compliance.

Support Fleet Operations

Coordinate with National Office Transport Officer in all matters relating to journey management within operational zone.
Manage the drivers on a day-to-day basis.
Facilitate requests for transport from staff to conduct World Vision business, or with the proper approval
Prioritize transport requests where necessary in cooperation with the Zonal Manager and Transport Officer.
Ensure the vehicle tracking system is in place and up to date.
Ensure that proper vehicle management policies and fleet safety guidelines are followed.
Ensure proper management of vehicle first aid kits, and associated safety equipment in the vehicles is checked regularly and maintained
Perform any other tasks as required by the Supervisor.

Reporting and Documentation

Provide a regular security report to the Response Security Manager and National Security Coordinator.
Ensure that all security incidents are reported and documented in accordance with WV Security Policy and Incident Management Notification Protocol
Build the capacity of the field-based security focal persons where present.
Collect, analyze and disseminate security information appropriately.
Maintain all required security and fleet related documents, to be reviewed and updated regularly and/or when needed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

At least three (3) years’ of progressive work experience in a proven security field (public, private, and government or NGO sectors)
Experience in operating in high security risk environment / armed conflict situation.
Experience of incident reporting, incident mapping, information collation and analysis functions, compilation of security reports and assessments.
Excellent coordination and reporting skills, with the ability to organize a substantial workload.
Competency in Internet and Microsoft Office systems including Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
No previous criminal record or convictions.
Bachelor’s degree in a security related field (e.g. security management, political science, international relations)
Formal security qualification or advanced security management training.
Valid passport and driving license
Ability to work effectively under pressure (particularly in a crisis situation)
Practical knowledge of tools, mechanisms and procedures for personal and organizational security
Experience in delivering security related training.
Knowledge of fleet operations and journey management
Demonstrated personal values, attitudes and behaviors that are consistent with World Vision Core Values
Evidence of the following is desirable:
Police/Law Enforcement or military training.
Advanced Degree in Security Studies or related subject.
Radio and/or Satellite phone communications experience, operations and management
Fleet Management and Fleet Operations
First Aid qualified

Work Environment

The position requires ability and willingness to travel domestically up to 50% of the time.
Willingness to travel internationally as required.
Non-standard work hours due to the nature of the security occurrences – may be asked outside of normal office hours.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Strategy & Planning

Assist the Response Security Manager in Implementing the Response security strategy in alignment with WV security policy so as to ensure the operational priorities of the Zonal Office is appropriately supported.

Ensure Security Risk Assessments, Context Risk Ratings and Core Security Requirement standards, processes and procedures are completed in accordance with current Office of Corporate Security guidelines and training.

Provide technical leadership and guidance to the Zonal Staff.

Security Operations

Work with the Zonal Manager and other managers as appropriate to carry out Security Risk Assessments as required/directed.

Ensure Zonal Context Risk Ratings are established and updated as required.

Ensure Core Security Requirements are implemented in line with Context Risk Ratings for the offices within area of responsibility.

Provide input and support to management in crisis situations and critical incidents

Conduct security investigations when required.

Conduct site visits with Operations team to conduct new area Security Risk Assessment to assist in expanding operational reach/portfolio.

Networking and External Liaison/Engagement

Represent WV at local NGO security network meetings and ensure information from these groups is disseminated to relevant staff.

Build ongoing networks for sharing security information and coordination,

Capacity Building and Technical Training

Coordinate the assessment, development and implementation of the response office capacity building plan for Zone Staff based on local security risk assessments.

Seek to develop a culture of security awareness and monitor staff compliance.

Support Fleet Operations

Coordinate with National Office Transport Officer in all matters relating to journey management within operational zone.

Manage the drivers on a day-to-day basis.

Facilitate requests for transport from staff to conduct World Vision business, or with the proper approval

Prioritize transport requests where necessary in cooperation with the Zonal Manager and Transport Officer.

Ensure the vehicle tracking system is in place and up to date.

Ensure that proper vehicle management policies and fleet safety guidelines are followed.

Ensure proper management of vehicle first aid kits, and associated safety equipment in the vehicles is checked regularly and maintained

Perform any other tasks as required by the Supervisor.

Reporting and Documentation

Provide a regular security report to the Response Security Manager and National Security Coordinator.

Ensure that all security incidents are reported and documented in accordance with WV Security Policy and Incident Management Notification Protocol

Build the capacity of the field-based security focal persons where present.

Collect, analyze and disseminate security information appropriately.

Maintain all required security and fleet related documents, to be reviewed and updated regularly and/or when needed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

At least three (3) years’ of progressive work experience in a proven security field (public, private, and government or NGO sectors)

Experience in operating in high security risk environment / armed conflict situation.

Experience of incident reporting, incident mapping, information collation and analysis functions, compilation of security reports and assessments.

Excellent coordination and reporting skills, with the ability to organize a substantial workload.

Competency in Internet and Microsoft Office systems including Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

No previous criminal record or convictions.

Bachelor’s degree in a security related field (e.g. security management, political science, international relations)

Formal security qualification or advanced security management training.

Valid passport and driving license

Ability to work effectively under pressure (particularly in a crisis situation)

Practical knowledge of tools, mechanisms and procedures for personal and organizational security

Experience in delivering security related training.

Knowledge of fleet operations and journey management

Demonstrated personal values, attitudes and behaviors that are consistent with World Vision Core Values

Evidence of the following is desirable:

Police/Law Enforcement or military training.

Advanced Degree in Security Studies or related subject.

Radio and/or Satellite phone communications experience, operations and management

Fleet Management and Fleet Operations

First Aid qualified

Work Environment

The position requires ability and willingness to travel domestically up to 50% of the time.

Willingness to travel internationally as required.

Non-standard work hours due to the nature of the security occurrences – may be asked outside of normal office hours.

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