Security Officer Job at The Norwegian Refugee Council

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a non-governmental, humanitarian organization with 60 years of experience in helping to create a safer and more dignified life for refugees and internally displaced people. NRC advocates for the rights of displaced populations and offers assistance within the shelter, emergency food security, and water, sanitation and hygiene sectors.

The Norwegian Refugee Council has approximately 5000 committed and competent employees involved in projects across four continents. In addition, NRC runs one of the world’s largest standby rosters, NORCAP, with 650 professionals, ready to be deployed on 72 hours’ notice when a crisis occurs.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Security Officer 
Ref. nr.: 4104824641
Job Location: Yola, Adamawa
Travel: Some travelling must be expected
Job Type: Full time

Job Description

• NRC is looking for a Security Officer for our area office in Yola, Adamawa in Northern Nigeria. The purpose of the Security Officer is to implement Security activities in Adamawa and support the implementation of Security activities in other field offices
• NRC initiated country operations in Nigeria in June 2015, in order to respond to the critical and increasing needs in the country. NRC currently has a full team based in Maiduguri and a coordination office in Abuja. NRC is currently providing services across various sectors namely; Shelter and Non-Food Items (NFI); Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Promotion (WASH); Food Security; and Information, Counselling and Legal Assistance (ICLA) in order to address identified humanitarian needs.
• The Security Officer reports to the Area Manager - South.

Responsibilities

• Immediately report to Security Coordinator, Security TL and AM all threats to NRC staff, beneficiaries, activities or assets
• Immediately report to Security Coordinator and Security TL all breaches of safety and security procedures
• Helps support the establishment and/or maintenance of NRC Sub offices in the region.
• Implementation of NRC’s safety and security policies at office level
• Preparing security and risk assessments to identify safety and security needs in new areas for implementation
• Facilitating the training of staff in safety and security procedures
• Carry out emergency procedures and drills
• Liaise with stakeholders regarding safety and security information
• Compile relevant information for the preparation of regular security updates and reports
• Ensure vehicle and staff movements are monitored according to procedures and that necessary safety and security equipment are available and in good condition
• Performs any other duty assigned by the Area Manager.

Qualifications

• University Degree in any field, preferably in Security Management
• Knowledge of the context in North East Nigeria
• Knowledge of Hausa and Kanuri, knowledge of other local languages in Borno State is an added advantage
• Experience with start-up communications room

Education field:

• Administration / Organisation / Management
• Social science
• Office administration

Education level:

• College / University, Bachelor's degree

Personal qualities:

• Planning and delivering results
• Empowering and building trust
• Communicating with impact and respect
• Handling insecure environment
• A good sense of humour is an asset
• All employees of the Norwegian Refugee Council should be able to adhere to our Code of Conduct and the four organizational values: Dedicated, innovative, inclusive and accountable.

Language:

• English
• Hausa

We Offer

• Commencement: ASAP/September 2019
• Duration: 4 months (One year renewal)
• Salary/benefits: According to NRC’s general directions.
• Duty station: Yola, with frequent travels. Travel outside Yola is dependent on changing security conditions, especially for certain roads in the area.
• Approved health certficate will be requested before contract start.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Application procedures and CV registration:

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 Note: Nigerian Nationals