Security Operations Officer (SMLP-2) – HRO-352 at Integrity Action

Terms of Reference
Security

• Act as the designated Security Focal Point for the SMLP-2 project, responsible for all aspects of in-country security management.
• Support the implementation of Integrity’s safety and security policies and procedures on the SMLP-2 project.
• Liaise with the Security Coordinators and other relevant SMLP-2 team members to ensure;due diligence and desktop security risk assessments (SRAs) for fieldwork in Somalia are made, suitable mitigations are applied, and risks are properly logged, tracked and updated.
• Regular engagement with Integrity’s Mogadishu based private security provider. Oversee the logistics of all in-country trips to Somalia.
• Coordinate safety and security related trainings for relevant project personnel.
• Conduct the initial review of fieldwork plans, oversee field visits and monitor field team movements. 
• Incident management and reporting of security incidents impacting the project to the COP.Provide pre-departure briefings for all visitors to Kenya, as well as a security briefing on arrival. Lead office orientations for new project personnel and visitors.
• Monitor the operating contexts of Kenya and Somalia on an ongoing basis, flagging key security-related developments to the COP and relevant team members. 
• Produce and regularly update fit-for-purpose contingency plans (such as hibernation, relocation, and evacuation plans), as well as other Security-related SOPs.

Procurement and Logistics

• Support preparation, planning and implementation of logistics activities to ensure they are compliant with USAID rules and regulations (AIDAR & FAR).
• Support preparation of purchase request forms (PRFs) and Purchase Orders (POs).
• Track all project assets/equipment that is issued to short-term staff and long-term staff and maintain an up-to-date asset register.
• Any other project-related duties as required and requested by the Senior Finance and Operations Manager (SFOP). 

Your Education and Experience
The Security Operations Officer must have: 

• At least 3-5 years of experience in security and administrative or operational support functions with an international organization.
• Excellent ability to communicate, work in a team, and collaborate with individuals with diverse technical backgrounds and with external stakeholders including government entities and international agencies.
• Previous experience managing international and local staff.
• Experience as a risk analyst and/or acting as a Security Focal Point for an international organization.
• Experience with implementing donor-funded programs in Somalia or fragile and conflict 
• affected settings. Familiarity with USAID policies and procedures is an asset.
• Familiarity with the operations of BHA programs and knowledge of IP activities in Somalia is highly desirable.
• Required Interpersonal Skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously effectively and efficiently with precision and adapt to changes in responsibilities and workloads.
• Must be professional, possess a high degree of urgency and self-motivation, and have a strong work ethic.
• Results-oriented approach to problem-solving.
• Strong communication skills, including note-taking for meetings.
• High professional standards for evaluation data and reporting.
• Accustomed to teamwork and able to sustain positive and frequent communications for a remotely managed monitoring team in a challenging, high-risk environment.
• Ability to work independently where necessary.
• Works well in a diverse team.