Regional Security Manager Job at Food for the Hungry

• This position reports directly and functionally to the Africa Regional Director with a technical dotted line to the Global Security Director.
• This position manages / oversees an operational budget.

 

 

The Africa Regional Security Manager position will provide dedicated safety and security expertise and support in the Africa region that is in the best interest of FH’s global security strategy, leadership, and individual staff members. The Africa Regional Security Manager (referred to as Regional Security Manager) is expected to provide safety and security expertise and standards application across the FH Africa region, to include but not limited to: risk assessment and analysis, risk treatment plans, contingency plans, monitoring and evaluation, training and development, incident management, policy implementation, and strategic innovation.

 

The FH Africa region includes: Burundi, DR Congo, Ethiopia, Kenya, Mozambique, Rwanda, South Sudan, and Uganda.

 

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Percentages are approximate and other duties may be assigned.

 

Key Result #1 - Support the implementation of FH’s minimum operating security standards (MOSS) (50%).

1. Evaluates and monitors application of the security policy and procedures within the region;
2. Creates a regional risk assessment, risk treatment plans, monitoring systems, and evaluates the consequences of risk and risk treatment plans;
3. Monitors change in context across the region and triggers for mitigation;
4. Develops, from conception to implementation, a community acceptance strategy framework that can be applied across the region;
5. Oversees and coordinates country security plan updates, ensuring countries maintain realistic and current risk assessments, mitigation measures, and contingency plans;
6. Ensures risk assessments for new project or emergency response locations are conducted accurately and timely;
7. Identifies training opportunities for regional and country staff, and ensures staff has adequate time to engage in appropriate level training opportunities;
8. Provide in-country surge capacity for fields when required.

 

Key Result #2 – Influence and Leadership (25%).

1. Provide technical advice and support to the Regional Director and Country Directors on security issues, and its likely impact to programs;
2. Provide technical oversight and strong support to the country security managers / focal points;
3. Train, coach, and mentor staff at all levels on integrated security and leadership development, in order to strengthen their skills in their own professional area. This is toward the goal of mainstreaming / integrating security management into all project designs, country strategies, and departmental policies and procedures;
4. Lead an internal regional security focal point network for the purpose of coaching, peer support, and personal development;
5. Represent FH externally and in interagency forums.

 

Key Result #3 – Incident Management (25%).

1. Provide early warning updates and mitigation expertise to the country offices;
2. Manage the incident impact on the region;
3. Monitor incident reporting;
4. Support the Global Security Director and Country Directors with incident response, reporting and post-incident action and follow-up;
5. Conduct yearly drills and scenario exercises to build incident response capacities in the field;
6. Lend expertise to country security managers during and after incident.

QUALIFICATIONS - To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty/function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Vibrant personal relationship with Jesus Christ and Christian commitment to serving the poor and in full agreement with FH’s Christian foundation and beliefs as expressed in our Vision, Mission, and Values;
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with staff at all levels, and has proven success working in team environment;
• Substantial prior experience as a trainer. The ability to develop, implement, facilitate, and impart learning to a diverse range of audiences;
• Strong analytical (tactical & strategic), organizational, and problem solving skills, and an eye for detail;
• Advanced level knowledge of communications technology, including VHF, HF radio systems, satellite communications, cell phone mediums, etc.;
• Strong experience with staff capacity development and knowledge transfer;
• Strong experience in liaising with all levels of government, International Organizations, and Non-Governmental Organizations;
• Proficient in MS Office Suite;
• Able to lift up to 25 pounds on a regular basis;
• Able to do repetitive hand motions on a keyboard for up to 8 hours per day;
• Strong written and oral communication skills, strong interpersonal skills;
• Strong project management skills and process improvement;
• Ability to travel on rocky roads, stand for long periods of time;
• Ability to travel up to 50% a year (domestically and internationally), including insecure countries and locations;
• Medical fitness to live and travel in rural and urban areas with extreme conditions and limited medical support.

 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE University degree in security management, international studies, or a similar discipline; 5 years of related experience; or combination of education and experience in the NGO security field with demonstrated capabilities in training, analysis, and strong security planning.

 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES This position does not have direct supervisory responsibility. The Country Security Managers will have a technical dotted line relationship to the Regional Security Manager.

LANGUAGE SKILLS Proficiency in spoken and written English. Kiswahili or French preferred. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or government regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.