JOB PURPOSE
Develop and implement security policies, protocols and procedures to guarantee security standards are respected.
Plan and monitor all security related activities in the mission. Recruit, train and supervise security personnel.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Overview of the implementation of security policies, protocols and procedures
- Control budgets for security operations and monitor expenses
- Recruit, train and supervise security focal persons and staffs in coordination and in the field bases
- Guarantee that all the mission staff understand the importance of the security tools in order to work in a safe environment
- Develop context and situation and risk analysis in order to ensure the correct update of the Security and Safety plan
- Ensure networking and attend meetings with other INGO Security Manager and officers
- Support the Incident Management team in country as focal point in case of crisis management
- Prepare reports for management on security status and incidents and breaches
- Analyze data to form proposals for improvements (e.g. implementation of new technology)
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Education & Professional experience
- University Degree in relevant field (Social Sciences, Psychology, Social Work, Human Rights, International Humanitarian Law or other fields related to social development and humanitarian work)
- Master’s degree in human Rights, International Humanitarian Law or other fields related desirable
- Professional experience
- Minimum 3 years of working experience as Security Manager in a humanitarian/recovery context or relevant working experience in safety, security and risk analysis
- Professional requirements
- Good understanding of humanitarian safety practices, procedures and principles and their application
- Experience, based on evidence, of humanitarian negotiation (with national authorities, local authorities, non-state actors, military forces) and humanitarian access in complex emergencies
- Experience in reporting and emergency response planning
- Personal requirements
- Moral integrity
- Teamwork and communication skills
- Networking skills
- Languages (English, Hausa or Kanuri)
How to apply
Interested candidates should complete this Form and attach their CV with Cover Letter following this format “Surname_ Position you applied for”.
ONLY applicants whose competencies meet the requirements of the position will be contacted.
Application Deadline: apply not later than Thursday, 26th March, 2026 at 12:00 PM.
INTERSOS is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups, and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply.
Please note: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. INTERSOS reserves the right to close the advertisement before the stated closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.
INTERSOS has a PSEA Policy that the successful candidate will be expected to comply with and promote.
For more information about INTERSOS, go to https://www.intersos.org/en/what-we-do/nigeria/
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