Apply: Plan International Security Advisor

By Development Diaries
March 17, 2021

Deadline: 23 March, 2021

Location: Bangui, Central African Republic

Plan International is seeking to fill the role of Security Advisor.

Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organisation that advances children’s rights and equality for girls.

Responsibilities

Analyse the parameters of the working environment by assessing the nature of the threats and Plan International vulnerabilities in relation to the country security situation
Collect necessary data and information to develop a comprehensive security risk assessment
Monitor political, social, economic and military situation and identify trends relevant to security situation
Contribute to the development of a safety and security culture within the mission by addressing and helping staff to address safety and security-related issues
Ensure security planning becomes an integral part of day-to-day operations and is integrated into the development of future programmes including appropriate budgeting
Assist with the strategic and operational analysis and assessments, and with the refinement of programme strategies
Perform security risk assessments or evaluation missions to the field and regularly review safety and security procedures according to Plan International security policy and SOPs
Ensure the country office meets minimum standards and complies with policies and procedures
Develop appropriate SOPs depending on the nature of specific threats such as UXOs, landmine, I.T., or for cash management
Ensure safety and security dimensions are factored into all operational activities such as programming (including budget), advocacy and communication
Develop a network of contacts among local actors to facilitate Plan International work and enhance the security of its operations
Coordinate amongst all actors (state, military, UN, NGO, civil society, etc.) on all matters pertaining to safety and security
Ensure timely and accurate reporting of safety and security incidents
Identify staff safety and security training needs and coordinate them, ensuring staff members have the necessary equipment and are able to use them accordingly
Ensure project proposals and operational plan budgets include safety and security plans
Ensure all incoming visitors receive the travel security advisory in advance before travelling and that appropriate security briefing and information are given upon arrival in the country
Ensure all staff understand and fulfil individual and collective responsibilities for safety and security
Supervise and enforce (including disciplinary action) compliance with safety and security standards and procedures
Create and maintain a network of contacts (INGOs and NNGO’s, embassies, civil society, etc.)
Monitor the international, national and local media
Keep an incident database
Create and maintain a mapping representation system of the security and context evolution information
Prepare reports and/or make presentations on security context analysis and (in)security developments
Identify, investigate, or resolve security breaches
Update the country team with the most relevant security-related information
Prepare a weekly, monthly and year security report related to the evolution of context and incidents
Prepare and disseminate the relevant security alerts and warnings

Requirements

Degree in International Humanitarian Law, Security Management, Logistics, Disaster Risk Management, Duty of Care, Compliance, or a related field
Verbal and written communication skills
Five years, minimum, of experience in humanitarian sector
Ability to work independently and as a team member who demonstrates leadership and is able to support and train local and international staff
Ability to communicate clearly and sensitively with internal and external stakeholders as a representative of Plan International
Ability to operate effectively under extreme circumstances including stress, high security risks and harsh living conditions
Awareness and sensitivity to gender and diversity
Knowledge of the minimum standards for child protection in humanitarian action, sphere and the Red Cross/NGO code of conduct
General finance, administration, information management and telecommunication skills and proficiency in information technology/computer
Fluency in French and English
Multiple language skills desirable