SAFETY & SECURITY OFFICER

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