World Vision Regional Security Coordinator Job in Karen

World Vision Regional Security Coordinator Job in Karen
March 28, 2015 Job Description
World Vision International Vacancy: Regional Security Coordinator
Reference:
750-15R25013
Location: Karen, Nairobi, Kenya
Category: Security
Job Type: Fixed term, Full-time
*National position based in the candidates home country in the East Africa Region where WV is registered.
Purpose of Position: To support the Regional Office in ensuring that security directives as received from SDO, RSD and OCS are realized at National Office level across the EA region and that security capacity is built, monitored and maintained within each national context.
Lead in the optimization of organizational security and the mitigation of operational risks for ministry effectiveness by working with the RSD and National Office Security Managers on security systems and mechanisms for institutionalizing an organizational culture and practice of safety and security.
Key Responsibilities:
Capacity Building and Technical Training:
Coordinate the assessment and implementation of OCS mandated Core Security Requirements at NO level and develop capacity building plan for security management based on local security risk assessments.
Implement SAINT training for all staff operating in red and orange rated areas
Provide support to RSD in the implementation of SRMT training for each NO in region
Security Operations:

Work with Regional Security Director and Field Security managers/ Directors to:
carry out Security Risk Assessments as required/directed.
update Country Risk Ratings as required
provide input and support to management in crisis situations and critical incidents
conduct security investigations as and when required.
stand in for CSM/RSDs when on leave/ under recruitment or when required.
Planning:
Under guidance from the RSD, assess if Security Risk Assessments, Country Risk Ratings and Core Security Requirement standards, training, processes and procedures are completed in accordance with current Office of Corporate Security guidelines and training
Networking and External Liaison / Engagement:
Assist in building NO capacity to effectively participate in NGO security networks and ensure information from these groups is disseminated according to agreed protocols.
Build ongoing networks for sharing security information and coordination in conjunction with the RSD
Reporting and Documentation:
Support RSD in the development of security reports to the Region and Office of Corporate Security.
Follow up on security incidents as directed and ensure reports are generated in accordance with WV Security Policy.
Support RSD in the collection, analysis and dissemination of security information
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Bachelors degree or equivalent experience.
Police/Law Enforcement or military training
No previous criminal record or convictions
Confirmed employment of the security officer is contingent on him/her passing the HEAT training course within 90 days of employment (probation period)
At least 5 years experience in a proven security or emergency service field (public, private, and government or NGO sectors in military, security or law enforcement services).
Operational experience / Crisis Management.
Training delivery/Capacity building experience
Strategic / Managerial experience
Minimum three (3) years experience working with UN Agency / INGO
Radio and/or Satellite phone communications experience, operations and management
Demonstrated experience in designing and delivering training.
Demonstrated project management skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure (particularly in a crisis situation)
Ability to communicate well in English (verbal and ritten) particularly in a crisis situation
Valid Passport and Drivers
First Aid qualified
Computer literate (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Professional – behave in professional manner at all times and demonstrate ability to represent the organization well at interagency meetings, evidence that they have managed a team.
Demonstrated personal values, attitudes and behaviors that are consistent with World Vision Core Values
How to Apply
CLICK HERE to apply onlineApplication Deadline Date: 31-Mar-15