Security Officer Afghanistan Kandahar

Support implementation of security functions at Area Office

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Overview

Support implementation of security functions at Area Office

You have:

  • Minimum 3 years of experience in security management or related fields.
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
  • Fluency in English and local languages, both spoken and written.
  • Proven ability to work in a challenging security context.

Contract

This is a Professional contract, Grade 5 (NRC) contract. More about Professional contract, Grade 5 (NRC) contracts.

Purpose of the Job:

The purpose of the HSS Officer is to support the HSS Coordinator, to implement the security functions at Area Office/ Field Offices-when needed, and support the program on HSS related issues.

You can read more about this position at JD & NRC Grade Structure

Generic responsibilities:

  • Ensure adherence with NRC Afghanistan Security Management Plan and SOPs
  • Implement delegated HSS tasks according to plan of action
  • Prepare and develop status reports as required by management
  • Ensure proper filing of documents
  • Ensure security support to projects targeting beneficiaries most in need, and explore and asses new and better ways to support program teams
  • Promote and share ideas for technical improvement

Specific responsibilities:

  • Provide technical support to the area office on HSS policies, procedures, guidelines and planning for staff safety, operational security and program continuity in Kandahar ;
  • Ensure compliance to NRC Security Management Framework within the SMP and all annexes. Work with Security Coordinator to develop, consolidate and implement operating procedures and contingency plans;
  • Evaluate, review, and update the hibernation and evacuation plans for NRC Kandahar and ensure that the practical preparations are in place and known to all staff involved.
  • Conduct security risk assessments of areas of operation, offices and residences. Follow up on actions to be taken to ensure compliance with minimum safety and security standards.
  • Undertake continual assessments of equipment like, Thuraya, VHF/HF etc., and the protocols by which that equipment is used, to ensure that minimal conditions for security are being met.
  • Alert security focal point/s of important events, by monitoring internet, TV and radio news in English and local languages, as well as via security alert systems.
  • Develop ongoing relationships with local authorities as needed and other key stakeholders in the ground.
  • Work to ensure that NRC, its mission, and work in the province is known and accepted.
  • Work to encourage stakeholders to work with the NRC in ensuring that staff and programs are safe and allowed to continue humanitarian activities over the province.
  • Provide security input and advice in assessments to consider new NRC programs in new geographic areas.
  • In coordination with Security Coordinator liaise with relevant security actors e.g., NGO Security Focal Point, other NGO security coordinators, UN, local community stakeholders, Governors, etc.

Potential interview questions

Can you describe a time when you had to assess a security risk? This question assesses your experience and approach to security risk management. Provide a specific example of a risk assessment you conducted, the situation, actions taken, and the outcome.
How do you ensure compliance with security protocols amongst staff? This question evaluates your methods of training and guiding team members on security compliance. Pro members can see the explanation.
What techniques do you use to build relationships with local authorities? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Added 3 years ago - Updated 1 year ago - Source: nrc.no