The Safety and Security Officer will be responsible for security analysis and strategic planning support required by the team within the geographical locale in which operations are situated. The post-holder will likewise be responsible for outreach and coordination to local NGO networks, as required, to support coordinated engagement work within the relevant geographical locale.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in in Security Operations and Management / Criminology / Disaster Management / Public administration / International relations / Business or relevant field
- 2 - 5 years of security management experience with at least 3 years of security management experience with an INGO in NE is a must
- Relevant work experience in policy analysis, influence, strategic planning, communications, research, media, data gathering, and/or information management
- Excellent writing, editing, and analytical skills, and ability to formulate well-targeted strategic documents
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced and often demanding environment
- Fluency in English required, with demonstrated writing skills
- Computer literacy in using Microsoft Office and email/internet.
- Demonstrated understanding of complex emergencies, related security concerns, and appropriate responses to such emergencies
- Good context analysis skills.
- Excellent negotiation and representation skills and the ability to work comfortably with an ethnically diverse staff in a very sensitive environment.
- Effective skills in coordination, organization, and prioritization, as well as in Microsoft Office
- Demonstrated attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines, and work cooperatively with team members.
- Experience living and working in Nigeria, and experience in the Northeast
- Knowledge of Mercy Corps systems and procedures is highly
- English proficiency required; excellent written and oral
- Ability to speak Hausa or Kanuri and any other North East local languages (desired but not essential)
- Reports directly to: Senior Safety & Security Officer
- Works directly with: Senior Safety & Security Officer, Field Managers, Operations Manager, Team Leader, Program Managers, Field Teams
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 401k Matching
- Retirement Plan