054 Gestionnaire Pays des Opérations de Sécurité et de Sûreté

Lead security operations and risk management for Mercy Corps in DRC.

Overview

Lead security operations and risk management for Mercy Corps in DRC.

You have:

  • Degree in security, political science, international relations, risk management or equivalent.
  • Minimum 5 years of security management experience in high-risk humanitarian contexts, including 3 years in a management position.
  • Demonstrated expertise in risk analysis, crisis management, physical security, and communications security.
  • Excellent knowledge of humanitarian principles and international legal framework.
  • Fluency in French is mandatory; fluency in English is a major asset; knowledge of Swahili, Lingala or other local languages is a significant asset.

Potential interview questions

Can you describe a time you successfully implemented a security strategy in a high-risk environment? This question aims to assess your practical experience in developing security strategies. Share a specific instance, detailing the challenges faced and the outcomes achieved.
How do you handle negotiations with local authorities or armed groups to ensure humanitarian access? The interviewer wants to evaluate your negotiation skills in complex contexts. Pro members can see the explanation.
What steps do you take to ensure compliance with security regulations and humanitarian principles? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe your experience managing a crisis situation in the field. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you ensure effective communication and coordination with your team during security incidents? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What factors do you consider when conducting risk assessments? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you provide an example of how you've trained and mentored security staff? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you integrate protection issues into your security planning? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Added 28 days ago - Updated 1 day ago - Source: mercycorps.org/careers/national