Director of Security at International Justice Mission (IJM)

Lead Field Office Security Strategies

• Develop and implement comprehensive security strategies and operational protocols for IJM Kenya Field Office personnel and property, witness protection, and evacuation and contingency plans;
• Conduct recurring reviews and inspections of security procedures, policies and systems;
• Collaborate with headquarters programs and field office leadership to ensure security strategies appropriately support IJM program priorities;
• Conduct protective service operations, lead protective operation planning and organize and train protective service details;
• Implement IJM global security protocols; and
• Maintain detailed records of field office security work and policies.

Threat Analysis & Response

• Identify and evaluate threats to the safety and security of field office staff and property and develop mitigation strategies;
• Provide guidance and recommendations to field office staff and leadership for the safety, security and protection of staff at all times;
• Prepare threat assessments and conduct safety and security reviews for IJM staff, clients and casework; and
• Develop, implement and review risk mitigation strategies and operational security plans for field work in collaboration with other IJM teams.

Operational Support & Crisis Management

• Ensure the security of IJM staff and clients;
• Establish and monitor office access control mechanisms for IJM premises;
• Assist in the selection/supervision of field office and contract security personnel;
• Ensure compliance with fire regulations and train office staff in fire/building evacuation plans;
• Provide on-the-ground leadership in response to critical incidents and input to field office leadership on crisis management;
• Provide on-the-ground leadership in response to emergent threats to IJM personnel and property;
• Develop and implement remedies to security risks and deficiencies;
• Monitor national and regional security incident reporting, maintain a database of incidents and ensure appropriate dissemination of information during emergencies;
• Develop, maintain and leverage key relationships with government, commercial and NGO security professionals in Kenya;
• Manage security requirements for special events, including visits by donors, IJM executives, etc;
• Conduct protective service operations when warranted by threat level;
• Maintain updated staff communication trees and recall rosters;
• Monitor the location and verify the safety of field office staff;
• Develop, maintain and manage a network of productive operatives and informants;
• Conduct surveillance detection and counter surveillance to identify possible threats to staff and clients;
• Gather intelligence pertinent to the security of the IJM office, clients or staff; and
• Ensure that concise, thorough and timely written reports are produced for all security-related activities.

Capacity Building

• Train field office staff in security strategies and operational and travel protocols;
• Ensure security and contingency plans are incorporated into all IJM programming and a culture of security awareness is inculcated among staff; and
• Facilitate regular communications on security matters to ensure field office staff are equipped with adequate knowledge, tools and resources to comply with security protocols and best practices.

IJM Internal Coordination

• Liaise with Field Office Director and Director of IJM Global Security to provide regular reporting and updates on security issues in Kenya; and
• Participate in IJM programs promoting professional growth and Christian spiritual formation.

Required Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in security management or related field;
• Master’s degree in security management or related field preferred;
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in managing security operations, preferably for non-profit or international organizations;
• Proven ability to design, successfully implement and review tactical security operations in the field;
• Expertise in the analysis of security threats, risks and vulnerability in Africa;
• Experience in crisis management preferred;
• Experience supervising security officers and contractors;
• Experience conducting protective service operations;
• Experience providing witness protection preferred;
• Experience working in a multi-disciplinary, cross-cultural environment;
• Experience in program management and strategic planning preferred;
• Strong oral and written communications skills;
• Fluent in oral and written English;
• Fluent in oral and written Kiswahili preferred;
• Computer literate with a high level of proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook;
• Valid driver’s license; and
• Valid certificate of good conduct for Kenyan nationals.

Critical Qualities

• Mature orthodox Christian faith as defined by the Apostles’ Creed;
• Committed team player, able to develop effective working relationships in multi-disciplinary, cross-cultural teams;
• Willingness to work under potentially hazardous conditions;
• Ability to work effectively under stress;
• Effective multi-tasker, attentive to detail and disciplined with priorities;
• Self-starter with strong initiative;
• Pro-active, creative problem solver;
• Unassailable honesty and integrity;
• Ability to work independently;
• Strong service ethic and a passion for IJM’s mission and goals; and
• Diplomatic and flexible.

Travel Requirements

• This position may require frequent travel within Kenya and some travel outside of Kenya.