- Mentor, coach, and support the two National Security Managers
- Develop, update, and maintain standard operational procedures (SOPs) and Contingency Plans for security operations within the Country Program. Conduct on a regularly basis, Security Risks assessments and update policies related to Country Program security level. Ensure security is part of all new staff orientation and all visitors traveling receive security briefings.
- Participate in recruitment, management and evaluation of security service providers and personnel.
- Advise on security and safety policies and procedures in line with the Country Program’s National Government and CRS’ guidelines, policies, and procedures. Establish and update as necessary a system that monitors security reports for immediate CP action as appropriate.
- Provide coordination, management, and direction in all areas of security capacity building including preparedness, training, orientation, learning, technical assistance, and advises on specific security situations.
- Gather and analyze security information and provide recommendations to the Country Program leadership as required.
- Ensure all trips and movement are conducted in line with CRS Safety and Security Standards by creating and maintaining an effective system for tracking all CRS travel and movement.
- Establish and maintain effective liaison with local police, security forces, embassies and other relevant organizations.
- Ensure compliance with Fire Safety standards and preparedness, including availability, placement and adequacy of relevant equipment and signage, as well as appointment and training of Fire Marshals, conducting fire-drills, etc.
- Minimum Requirements:
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in a related field. Master’s Degree preferred.
- Minimum of five years of experience in security management. Preferably with experience in Ethiopia and/or Sudan, and experience developing and implementing security management systems at an INGO or UN agency.
- Strong management and analytical skills.
- Strong customer service and effective communication skills (good listener, positive, supportive, clear, constructive, and accessible) both written and verbal.
- Excellent Knowledge of MS Office package (Excel and Word) and mapping software.






