Recruitment: Apply For Jhpiego Recruitment 2023

The Senior Security Manager oversees the safety & security aspects of Jhpiego’s projects funded by the US government, private foundations, and other donor’s.S/he will ensure that security strategy for the Nigeria Country Office is developed, implemented, monitored, and reviewed; consistent with Jhpiego policies, standards, and requirements. Ensure proper security coordination of all Jhpiego offices and field locations in Nigeria.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the CD in establishing an effective Safety, Security and Emergency Management Team (SSEMT)/Local Incident Management Team (LIMT);
• Communicating the membership and function of the Safety, Security and Emergency Management Team /LIMT to all stakeholders;
• Develop, review and ensure effective implementation of the Jhpiego Nigeria Security Management Plans including a security plan in assigned offices, together with key staff.
• Prepare timely security updates, based on information from internal and external sources including the US Government, to support policy and procedure reviews as well as to mitigate risks to programming.
• Monitor implementation of safety and security protocols and promptly advise the CD of any non-compliance and/or concerns/issues.
• Undertake regular site assessments of Jhpiego properties and implementation areas, communications equipment, and options; report on findings and implement necessary improvements under the guidance.
• Ensure adequate supply and maintenance of necessary safety and security-related equipment at all offices and international staff residences.
• Under the supervision of CD, develop and implement a regular process of review and revision of security plans, policies, protocols, procedures & standard operating procedures, etc. in collaboration with RSM Consulting (or Jhpiego’s security contractor).
• Maintain regular contact with other agency security focal points, including NGOs, UN, USAID, and local authorities related to security issues and concerns especially in program implementation areas.
• Under the direction of CD, provide direct support and advice on response related to safety/security incidents to all staff of Jhpiego – Nigeria.
• Provide safety and security orientation for all new staff, short-term technical assistance, expert staff/visitor/ guests, and update training for existing staff.
• Maintain an updated Jhpiego staff contact list and security notification tree and test the tree regularly.
• Conduct regular site visits to state offices and field sites to assess safety/security arrangements.
• Implement and ensure effective monitoring of a personnel and vehicle tracking system in each office.
• Conduct regular mock drills in all offices (e.g. fire drill, evacuation, etc.)
• Be readily available at all times to the Country Director and field staff to advise on security developments.