Fixed term contract: 6 months from 07/06/2026
PUI all around the world
With its 40 years of experience, Première Urgence Internationale :
- Supports close to 6 millions beneficiaries
- With more than 100 millions € yearly budget
- Present in 22 countries, on 5 continents
Thanks to the work and commitment of :
- More than 2000 national staffs
- Around 200 expatriates from 45 different nationalities
- And 90 employees at HQ
PUI works in 10 areas of intervention and distinguishes itself by the implementation of an integrated approach in its response. This method aims to identify and understand the needs of all those affected by a crisis. Our teams come together to bring a rapid global response to the basic needs of populations affected by humanitarian crises to help them regain independence and dignity.
Learn more on our history, our values, our areas of intervention.
What about the Security Coordinator ?
As Security Coordinator, under the responsibility of the Head of Mission, you will be responsible for the management, implementation and oversight of all security operations in support of staff and activities. For this purpose, you will be responsible for:
- Security Management: You will coordinate the security operations ensuring that security procedures are implemented and followed as per the Country Security Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Program Implementation: You will deploy, implement and update the Security Management System through capacity building, coaching control and safety & security awareness.
- Security Incidents Management: You will prepare a Security Incidents and Crisis Response Plan for all likely scenario of security threat. You will support the Head of Mission in managing and coordinating all security emergency providing a timely and coherent response to incidents as they arise.
- Evaluation and context monitoring: You will support and monitor assessment missions outside the usual areas of intervention.
- External coordination and representation: You will develop and maintain sustainable relations with armed forces.
The challenges that await you
- Ensure PUI staff safety for our ongoing operation
- Support information sharing on risks and incidents
- Train PUI field team on security matters
- Support access management
What you will need to succeed
- Training: You hold a Master’s degree in Geopolitics, Political Sciences, Security Management, Military Tactics or in any related field with emphasis on organizational development or risk management.
- Experience: You strengthened by minimum 2 years of experience in the humanitarian sector. An experience in security management or in a similar field would bring an added value. You already worked with Première Urgence Internationale? It would be a definite asset!
- Skills: You have a successful experience in operational unit or sub-unit command. You have excellent skills in information collection and analysis procedures, and a capacity to recognize potential threats and danger. You also have strong and proven management skills in times of crisis and emergencies and you have excellent planning and organizational skills. You master the production of policy and procedure papers supporting project operations in the country of operations. You have a detailed knowledge of security information, a high standard of computer literacy and you master Pack Office.
- Qualities: You are a good communicator, both in writing and orally, and you have a high sense of discretion and integrity. You demonstrate leadership skills, a sense of responsibility, alertness, flexibility, and are able to solve problems. You have a capacity to prioritize a heavy workload and to delegate accordingly. You are able to deal with difficult working situations, insecure environment with potential movement restrictions. You are able to build successful working relationships with contact outside of the project Security Section.
- Languages: English has no secrets for you! All the better, it is mandatory for this position. If you speak Arabic and/or French, it would be a definite asset.
A word from the manager
«By joining PUI team in Sudan, you will be participating in supporting the Sudanese population, currently affected by the biggest humanitarian crisis in the world. In a very complex context, it will be also a chance to work on all aspects of safety are security management»
PUI will offer you
- Status: Cadre with a Fixed-Term Contract
- Monthly Gross Income: 2 650,00 – 2 970,00 EUR depending on your experience in International Solidarity + 50€ per semester of seniority with PUI + Hardship allowance of 300€
- Insurance including medical coverage and complementary healthcare, 24/24 assistance and repatriation
- Housing in collective accommodation
- Daily Living Expenses (« Per Diem »)
- Break Policy: 5 working days at 3 and 9 months + break allowance
- Paid Leaves Policy: 5 weeks of paid leave per year + return ticket every 6 months
Applications will be closed by 01/06/2026
Our commitments
PUI is committed to preventing all forms of inappropriate behavior in the workplace, including harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity, and financial misconduct, while promoting the well-being of children and adults with whom PUI interacts.
PUI expects all employees to fulfill their professional duties and responsibilities in accordance with PUI’s Ethical Framework. All employees will receive appropriate training and commit to promoting, disseminating, and upholding the principles set forth in its Ethical Charter.
The holder of this position may potentially have access to personal data concerning children and vulnerable adults as part of their work (Category 2 in the safe recruitment risk classification). Consequently, all recruitments will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate background checks, which include criminal record and counter-terrorism financing checks.
Première Urgence Internationale considers the diversity of nationalities, genders, beliefs, backgrounds, and statuses within its Human Resources as a major asset for its humanitarian work. The organization is therefore committed to strictly upholding the principle of non-discrimination throughout its recruitment process.
We are dedicated to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organization and strongly encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Please note that Première Urgence Internationale shall not in any case request a financial contribution for administrative costs related to recruitment. Any such information would be fraudulent, please disregard it.
You recognize yourself in this profile and you adhere to our commitments? You feel ready to take up the challenge and to join PUI great family?
More Information
- Job City Sudan
