Posted on Fri 14th May, 2021 - hotnigerianjobs.com --- (0 comments)
Creative Associates International provides outstanding, on-the-ground development services and forges partnerships to deliver sustainable solutions to global challenges. Its experts focus on building inclusive educational systems, transitioning communities from conflict to peace, developing sustainable economic growth, engaging youth, promoting transparent elections and more. Creative is recognized for its ability to quickly adapt and excel in conflict and post-conflict environments.
We are recruiting to fill the position of:
Job Title: Senior Security and Operations Manager
Job ID: 2021-1950 Location: Northeast Nigeria
Background
Creative Associates International is a dynamic, fast-growing global development firm that specializes in education, economic growth, democratic institutions, and stabilization. Based in Washington, D.C., Creative has a field presence in more than 25 countries with a strong client portfolio that includes the U.S. Agency for International Development and the State Department, among others. Since its founding in 1977, Creative has earned a solid reputation among its clients and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike.
Position Summary
Creative is seeking a Senior Security and Operations Manager for an anticipated USAID-funded education project in Northeast Nigeria
The Senior Security and Operations Manager will be responsible for overseeing security considerations, including coordination, planning, and mitigation efforts, for the project, as well as managing project operational processes, including supervising the grants, procurement, logistics, IT, and HR teams
This position will coordinate closely with Creative HQ and Regional Security teams and the Creative HQ Field Operations team.
Reporting & Supervision:
The Senior Security and Operations Manager will report to the Chief of Party, with a dotted line relationship to Creative HQ/Regional Security and Creative HQ Field Operations.
Responsibilities
Security:
Provide security, safety and risk mitigation advice and recommendations to the COP
Ensure that project staff complies with project security procedures
Monitor and analyze the ongoing threat environment faced by the project and brief the COP accordingly
Distribute threat warnings to all staff as appropriate
Oversee movement control and coordination for the project, including driver and vehicle deployment and staff whereabouts
Oversee any security provider contracted by the project to ensure contractual compliance and performance of their duties
Report security incidents, violations and recommended corrective actions, as appropriate, to the COP, the appointing authority and the HQ Security Department
Ensure all new employee/contractor personnel receive appropriate security orientations and briefings
Verify that all security devices such as locks, alarms, access systems and physical force protection measures are operational or reported for repair
Work with the HQ/Regional Security Manager to maintain the project Crisis Response Plan in coordination with the COP
Serve as the liaison with the U.S. Embassy Regional Security Officer and/or equivalent U.S. Government personnel for project security matters, in coordination with the COP
Ensure that the Creative Sensitive Information (CSI) Plan is distributed to and is being followed by project staff.
Operations:
Ensure streamlined operations systems in line with Creative and donor rules and regulations
Provide oversight over administrative and logistical support to the portfolio of programs
Ensure an in-depth awareness of operational issues in the context
Oversees all operations as related to human resources, logistics, procurement, facilities and transportation
Establishes operations systems to ensure strong support for program goals and to provide flexibility to meet the changing security situation
Works with the Chief of Party to review operations and objectives, and ensures all aspects of project are compliant with USAID policies and Creative procedures
Manage and oversee staff responsible for arranging travel and logistics for staff and project equipment and inventory
Train, and mentor key team members in the areas of administration, logistics, human resources, procurement, budgeting and finance
Respond to requests from donor and supervisors as needed.
Qualifications
Undergraduate degree in Security Systems, Security, Operations, or related field required; Master’s degree preferred
At least 8 years of general work experience required
At least 4 years of security management experience in the context of international development; field-based security and crisis management experience
At least 3 years of experience supervising complex, high-speed, and challenging field operations in developing countries
At least 3 years of supervisory experience with groups of teams of staff required
Familiarity with Security, HR, finance, logistics, procurement and administrative systems
Experience implementing security policies, procedures and protocols
Experience with operations, logistics and subcontracts
Previous experience with USAID-funded projects and education projects
Demonstrated ability to handle confidential and/or sensitive information
Appreciation of and ability to work effectively in, diverse work environments
Previous work experience in hostile, post-conflict environments, preferably in West Africa
Fluency in written and spoken English required
Fluency in Hausa, Kanuri, or other languages spoken in Northeast Nigeria highly desired.