CARE works in 87 countries around the world to support over 900 poverty-fighting development and emergency projects.

Our Mission
To serve individuals and families in the poorest communities in the world

Our Vision
We seek a world of hope, tolerance and social justice, where poverty has been overcome and people live in dignity and security.

Job Summary:
The Field Security Officer (FSO), under supervision of Regional Security Manager (RSM) is mainly responsible for assisting CARE Country Offices (COs) within assigned sub-regions in the implementation of staff safety and security protocols and procedures. This will include, but not be limited to, promoting staff safety and security awareness, professional approaches, preparedness and management, in support of program implementation.

S/he will work in conjunction with Country Office Safety and Security (SS) Managers (SSM), Advisors (SSA), National Security Officers (NSO), Focal Points (SSFP) and Country Directors (CD) within their assigned sub-region in ensuring a consistently acceptable standard of risk management to minimize the likelihood and impact of potential threats. The Field Security Officer is subject to deployment to any location in Africa, including volatile locations, to assist in addressing security and safety concerns, assist in developing appropriate plans and/or provide technical assistance

Key Responsibilities:

•   Assist CO SS staff in developing contextual understanding of their areas of operations as guided by the RSM and in consultation with program staff.
•   Assist CO SS staff in preparing, conducting and reporting risk assessments.
•   Monitor proper implementation of the Safety and Security Management Plans (SSMPs)
•   Assist CO SS staff to prepare for major events and critical incidents where SS is concerned.
•   Assist CO SS staff to organize and facilitate SS awareness training for staff members.
•   Monitor that CARE SS protocols and operating procedures are in place, are up to date and are being used. Advise CO SS staff and RSM of any gaps.
•   Monitor that effective communications and equipments are properly used and are following international protocols
•   Monitor that SS protocols are followed and respected by all staff members especially with regard to travel, medical and personal safety
•   Report any non-compliance or deviation to CO SS staff, CD and RSM.
•   Provide guidance to CO SS staff in updating information on SS situation to the CD and RSM and monitor closely any potential risk to the staff or assets of CARE.
•   Assist in emergency evacuation in any of the CARE offices if in potential danger.
•   Advise CO SS staff and CDs on appropriate action during a critical incident.
•   Assist in investigation of SS incidents where any CARE member may be involved.
•   Advise CO SS staff on situational report and assessment formats and procedures.
•   Monitor that CO SS staff submit regular reports such as Monthly Security Report.
•   Monitor that all staff are aware of and understand SS protocols and procedures.
•   Communicate SS-related information updates and/or alerts to CO SS staff.
•   Monitor any gap in logistic support and advise CO SS staff on appropriate action.
•   Monitor cost effectiveness and efficiency with regard to SS logistics.
•   Perform any other assignment related to support to CO SS staff  as required by the RSM

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Bachelor's degree with specialist technical training in safety and security such as NGO security, public safety, military or police training; Education qualification may be relaxed for experienced candidates;
•   At least a minimum of 3 years’ experience in security, preferably in NGO sector or development organization in safety and security program
•   Experience working outside country of residence in safety and security context working with same or other NGO agencies is required.
•   The ideal candidate will also need solid technical skills in information collection, investigations, analysis, assessments and reporting.
•   Experience in specific safety and security training in NGO context. Qualification as a trainer in safety and security.
•   A Minimum of 3 years experience in assisting humanitarian or development organization in safety and security program
•   Safety and security management – information collection, investigations, analysis, assessments and reporting
•   Excellent in written and oral French and knowledgeable in English; For ECSARO – Excellent in written and oral English.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates should submit their applications and detailed CVs to the HR Officer, CARE International in Ghana or electronically to:-

hr.ghana@co.care.org. PLEASE INDICATE CLEARLY IN THE SUBJECT LINE THE POSITION YOU ARE APPLYING FOR.

Closing Date: 17 March, 2015

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

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