Humanitarian Access and Security Coordinator at Action Against Hunger | ACF-International

Action Against Hunger is the world’s hunger specialist and leader in a global movement that aims to end life-threatening hunger for good within our lifetimes. For 40 years, the humanitarian and development organization has been on the front lines, treating and preventing hunger across nearly 50 countries. It served more than 21 million people in 2018 alone.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Humanitarian Access and Security Coordinator

Location: Abuja
Employment Type: Contract
Duration: 12 months

Mission

• Under the supervision of the Country Director, your primary responsibility is to ensure the security and safety of staff, activities, and facilities. As a key advisor to the management teams, you will provide technical expertise in context analysis, risk mitigation, strategy implementation, and problem-solving.
• More precisely, you will be responsible for the following missions:
  • Provide technical support to the Country Director on all policies, procedures, guidelines, and planning related to staff safety, operational security, and program continuity.
  • Collaboratively evaluate, review, and support updates to the Security Risk Analysis (SRA) and associated Security Management Plans (SMPs) for ACF Nigeria.
  • Ensure compliance with ACF's Security Management Framework (SMF), including gender-sensitive security components.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with local authorities, INGOs, UN agencies, and other key stakeholders in Nigeria.
  • Promote awareness and acceptance of ACF's mission and operations within the areas of intervention.
  • Identify, establish, and manage appropriate measures to ensure the safety of ACF facilities.
  • Manage and implement a capacity-building plan for the Safety and Security team, including tailored training methods.
  • Ensure the regular training of ACF staff, stakeholders, and counterparts on safety and security measures.

Requirements
Profile:

• You hold a Master's Degree in Security, International Relations, or a related field, with at least 5 years of experience in Humanitarian Program Management and/or Logistics roles in volatile and high-stress environments.
• You have proven expertise in planning, organizing, and executing humanitarian security operations, with a strong understanding of humanitarian principles, the NGO code of conduct, and the specific roles tied to NGO field and operational contexts.
• Your skillset includes excellent analytical, critical thinking, and reporting abilities, combined with strong communication skills. You possess a solid understanding of local, regional, national, and international safety and security policies.
• You also have a strong background in leadership and team development
• Knowledge of communications technology including satellite communications and cellular mediums is an advantage.
• Fluency in English (both verbal and written) is essential for this role.

Application Closing Date
22nd February, 2025.