The Security Specialist will be an integral part of the People Operations team. Reporting directly to the People Operations Lead and indirectly to country leadership, you will ensure effective security operations, risk mitigation and staff care to support our staff and keep operations up and running during periods of elevated risk in Amhara region and Addis Ababa. You will ensure the Health, Safety, and Security (HSS) for our teams and properties, be the point for staff questions related to HSS and lead on HSS improvements.
Responsibilities
- Security monitoring and advising
- Political risk analysis
- Improvement and monitoring of health and safety protocols
- Strategy, Budget and Team Contributions, including involvement in the Global Corporate Operations Working Group
- Perform other similar and related duties
Career Growth and Development
We have a strong culture of constant learning and we invest in developing our people. You’ll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your performance. We hold career reviews every six months, and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals. You’ll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.
Qualifications
Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for. For this role specifically, you will have:
At least four years of professional work experience, with at least two years experience working in a conflict environment
Demonstrated past contributions made to an organization’s security policies and protocols
Good understanding of the political and social media landscape in Ethiopia
Networking skills
Extreme proactiveness and rapid reaction to handling health, safety and security issues
Open availability and rapid response in emergency situations
