NGO Jobs in Kenya
Department: Logistics
Contract duration: Open ended
Duty Station: Nairobi
Starting Date: ASAP
ACTED is an independent international, private, non-partisan and
non-profit organization thatoperates according to principles of strict
neutrality, political and religious impartiality, and
non-discrimination.
ACTED was created in 1993 to support populations affected by the
conflict in Afghanistan. Based inParis, France, ACTED now operates in 30
countries worldwide, with over 200 international and 4000national
staff.
ACTED sectors of intervention include emergency relief, food security, health promotion, economic development,education &
training, microfinance, local governance & institutional support, and cultural promotion.
For more information, please visit our website at
www.acted.org.
ACTED Kenya/Somalia is looking for experiencedself-driven and self-oriented professionals to fill the following position;
Security Officer
Reporting to the Logistics Officer, her/his duties will include:
To provide efficient security and safety support toACTED’s programmes in
Kenya and Somalia including the safety and security of all ACTED staff,
eligible dependants, resources, assets, facilities, programmes, and
projects while ensuring compliance with ACTED’s security policies and
SOPs.
Contribute to the development and updating of the Country Safety &
Security Plan, collecting contributions from the field teams, and
submitting it to the Country Director’s review.
The operationalization of the Security & Safety Plan, in particular
putting in place the necessary systems and equipment (Communication
equipment, Vehicles, Stocks, etc.).
The implementation of security & safety measures decided by the Country Director.
Conduct regular threats and risks assessments, identify and implement
appropriate risk mitigation measures for all operational areas.
Conduct periodic appropriate security assessments of premises and
equipment and advice on shortfalls in security preparedness with
recommended improvements and solutions.
Provide timely and accurate security advice to Coordination and disseminate crucial security information to all staff.
Immediately report all security-related incidents involving ACTED staff and eligible dependents to the Country Director.
Provide all staff with regular security briefings and updates and ensure
that all staffs adhere to security policies and procedures.
Provide training and capacity building for staff members in order to
increase thelevel of technical ability and skills in terms of safety and
security. Ensure that staff members are proficient in the use of safety
and security equipment, including communications equipment, vehicle
emergency equipment and personal security safeguards required for work
in the field.
The organisation of security & safety briefing to all newly recruited staff joining ACTED.
Responsible for security monitoring, liaison with national authorities,
law enforcement, UN Agencies, and NGOs to ensure a smooth flow of
security information.
Monitor all national/international staff movement and facilitate security clearances for areas where required.
Be a member of the Crisis Management Team and responsible for the practical organisation of any relocation or evacuation.
Provide advice on selection and procurement of appropriate equipment for
security (vehicles, telecommunications equipment, etc.);
Provide advice on the security of transportation and logistics.
Responsible for complying with all the reporting requirements within the
various sub departments to the country department team, HQ as well as
donor requirements within the FLAT process.
Provide inputs to donor reports, as required.
Ensure proper filing/file maintenance of security related documents.
Act as the security focal point for the Nairobi Office; supervise the
securityguards performance in Nairobi; in cooperation with the
Administration, maintain an updated staff lists, including details of
visitors.
Establish and implement access control mechanisms (visitor/vehicle screening) as necessary.
Collaborate with other tasks within the logistics department, including the procurement of security equipment.
This position will require frequent travel to ACTED’s areas of intervention in Kenya and Somalia.
Qualifications/Skills Required
Bachelor degree in Arts, Social Sciences, Management, or a related
security field. However, a diploma backed by strong relevant technical
experience will also be considered.
Previous experience of working in a conflict/post-conflict or crisis environment with NGOs is an asset;
In-depth knowledge of security management and risk management;
Three years relevant experience, preferably in a security management environment.
Strong analytical as well as administrative skills
Computer literate.
Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to establish effective work relations at all levels,
Excellent communication skills.
Strong analytical and conceptual skills.
Ability to manage varied workloads, and deal constructively with stress and working long hours.
Proven ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines and work with limited supervision, pro-active and a good team-player.
Being conversant in Somali language will be considered an advantage.
Application Procedure
Qualified persons with the required skills are invited to submit their
applications accompanied by detailed curriculum vitae, three work
related referees, contacts and expected salary to
kenya.jobs@acted.org and received on or before 5.00PM on 24October 2013
Kindly note that due to the urgency of the position, CVs will be
shortlisted on on-going basis. ACTED reserves the right to hire prior to
the application deadline. Please note that only the shortlisted
candidates will be contacted.
ACTED is an Equal Opportunity Employer, qualified female applicants are highly encouraged to apply.
