COOPI is looking for a Roster of Country Security Coordinators
COOPI is looking for experienced Security Coordinators who can be available on short notice for missions of varying duration in various countries. The pre-qualified candidates will be included in a permanent roster and will receive on-call assignments, after receiving training on COOPI’s safety procedures and tools. The missions will take place in the countries where the projects are being implemented and will have a variable duration ranging from 3 to 12 months.
Main responsibilities
The responsibilities will be identified and formulated for each individual mission and will be determined according to the priorities of the context. Non-exhaustively, the main responsibilities consist of:
- Developing the security management policy for the country, in collaboration with the Head of Mission
- Defining the needs, and possible recruitment and integration of the country’s security team, in collaboration with the Head of Mission
- Defining the roles and responsibilities of all mission personnel in terms of security management
- Continuous supervision, training, and coaching of the country staff involved in security management, including guards and drivers
- Developing, consolidating, and implementing operational procedures and security plans
- Monitoring the security situation in the country, promptly and effectively reporting risks to the Head of Mission and proposing mitigation measures
- Defining SOPs and related monitoring of staff movements in the country
- Monitoring and reporting on all security incidents involving COOPI personnel in the country
Requirements
Essentials
- Bachelor’s degree in relevant field or equivalent combination of experience and education
- Minimum of 3 years experience providing security support to international missions in Africa and developing countries
- Experience working and living in complex political environments or developing countries
- Ability to analyze multiple issues and develop specific recommendations
- Ability to plan, organize, coordinate and implement security operations in the field
- Flexibility and adaptability to rapidly develop relevant advice based on changing geopolitical context
- Proven ability in teaching and coaching in security domain
- Strong oral and written communication skills in English.
- Working knowledge of PC-based word processing and spreadsheet applications
- Able to work effectively in a multicultural environment
- Able to work independently and remotely
- Excellent organisational and management skills
Plus
- Fluency in French
- Previous experience with COOPI
We reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the application closing date, once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
Please note that only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Interviews will be conducted on rolling basis and the vacancy will be closed when filled, thanks for understanding.
COOPI Cooperazione Internazionale is an Italian secular and independent humanitarian organisation fighting against all forms of poverty to improve the world. Founded in 1965, today COOPI is present in 33 countries in Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean and the Middle East, with both emergency and development projects carried out by expatriate staff – an average of over 270 people per year – and national staff. The main institutional funders are the European Union – ECHO and INTPA – USAID, UN agencies, the Italian Government, local authorities and other European Governments.
How to apply
Please send your CV and Cover letter at the following link: https://coopi.org/en/job-position.html?id=5178&view=2