Assistant Security Manager

Contract: 12 months contract

We are looking for a motivated team player to take up the position of Assistant Security Manager to support the Somalia Security Manager in the implementation and management of Organisational policies / procedures in our field and Nairobi Offices.

Some of the key responsibilities in brief will include:

• Preparation and delivery of high quality reports, analysis and security alerts both verbal and written.
• Develop and deliver innovative security trainings for Somalia/Somaliland staff in the field and Nairobi Office.
• Assist the Security Manager in Somalia/Somaliland incident response procedures.
• Brief visitors, equip, track, update and on occasion escort them.
• In the field SC operates a large number of staff that move between multiple locations through varying threat environments.
• Deputise the Security Manager while he is on leave or field trips.

Person Specification

• 1st Degree or High Diploma in a related field.
• At least 2 years working experience in the field in the area of Somalia security.
• Ability and willingness to travel within Kenya, Somaliland and Puntland essential.
• Acknowledged international qualifications in NGO security training
• The ability to work harmoniously in a multi-national / multicultural environment.
• The ability to work independently, conduct concurrent activities without supervision.

For additional information on the job description, working context, person’s specifications, please visit: www.somaliangoconsortium.org

Our selection processes reflect our commitment to the protection of children from abuse. Our people are as diverse as the challenges we face.

For further information please write to g.mathieson@scuk.or.ke, and for applications you can forward to: jobssomalia@scuk.or.ke.

Save the Children is an equal opportunities employer and highly encourages Women to apply.

Application Closing Date: Tuesday, 6th October 2011, 15:00 p.m.

Only short listed individuals will be notified.