Safety And Security Officer

Save the Children is the leading independent organization creating lasting change in the lives of children in need around the world. Save the Children has been operating in Lebanon since 1999 and is recognized for its commitment to accountability, innovation and collaboration.  Save the Children currently implements programs in Child Protection, Education, CRC, Health and Nutrition, Food Security & Livelihood, Shelter, and Emergency Response throughout Lebanon.   Save the Children is seeking qualified candidates to fulfill the following positions, for its Lebanon Country Office, in the following locations Beirut, Tripoli, Akkar and Bekaa: ROLE PURPOSE:   As   a member of the Lebanon Safety and Security Team and while working under the   technical leadership of Manager Safety and Security position will ensure the safety   and security of SC staff, assets, programme operation and organizational   image by employing SC Security Policies and Procedures in their respective   area of responsibility.   SCOPE OF   ROLE:   Reports to:  While   Working under technical leadership of LB CO Country Security Unit, The reporting   line for the SO will be as follows :   Dotted Line to Security   Manager in the CO: The dotted line to the   Security Manager is considered a professional line with all topics related to   the security management tasks. Hence the following elements are part of the   dotted Line SMs responsibility: .) Develop and align the   Work plan (KPIs, Deliverables, Maintenance of operations, etc.) for the SO   with the Field Manager on Monthly Bases. .) Lead the SO in   relation to security and safety related knowledge and tasks .) Ensure the   deliverables and the quality agreed with the FM .) Evaluate the SO and   his performance in relation to security and safety related tasks   Solid Line to the   Field  Manager in the FO: The straight line to the   Field Manager is considered an administrative line with all topics related to   general administrative tasks. .) Align the Work plan of   the SO on monthly bases with the SM .) Be administrational   and disciplinary responsible on day to day bases for the SO (Disciplinary   Responsibility: Disciplinary measures against the SO can only be taken with   the agreement of the SM. In case of disagreements the next hierarchical line   will be involved.)   Straight Line to the SM   in the CO in case of Incidents/Emergencies: In case of an emergency   the dotted line to the SM in the CO will change into a Solid Line.   Dimensions: Save the   Children works throughout Lebanon with offices in Beirut, Zahle, Qobayat, and   Tripoli with a possibility of expansion as needed, and a current staff   complement of approximately 140 staff, which is also possible to increase   accordingly. Noting that Lebanon is at a high threat level as per SCI   security scaling. Staff directly reporting to this post: Security Assistant / Security Guards ( in case   found )   KEY AREAS   OF ACCOUNTABILITY:     Security Assessment of programme Area.   Conduct vehicle tracking and maintain proper   Vehicle tracking record.   Write daily Safety and Security SITREPs/reports.   Guard force management by selecting training and   supervising guards.   Upkeep and maintain all Fire fighting equipments,   Panic Alarm and emergency exit safety measures.   Keep posted Security Manager and all Staff from   time to time of changing safety and security situation across the country   (incidents).   Manage CCTV monitoring and keep it in functional   status.   Patrol and inspect property/office to protect   against fire, theft, vandalism, terrorism, and illegal activity.   Check for irregularities(e.g. fire hazards,   leaking water pipe, light left on, equipment malfunctions, unlock security   doors.) and report incidents or problems to the appropriate authority.   Update SOPs, Assessments, Pupils, Threat Analysis,   Risk Rating and Contingency Planning.   Update and maintain security plan/annexes on a   regular basis.   Update Emergency Contact Details and Emergency   Contact Tree/First Responders on a regular basis.   Ensure the issuance of Security ID cards to all   staff.   Orient staff and Guards on evacuation plans,   drills and   procedures regarding emergencies.   Report   and follow-up incidents when it is being reported with providing support to   effected staff members.   Coordinating   with all relevant line managers, ensure that all staff are briefed and   trained (including drivers and guards) regularly on personal security issues   and that security procedures are understood and respected at all times.   Coordination   with law enforcement agencies and other government sector when required.   Any   other duty as assigned by the S&S Line Manager .   Assessment   of all field Mission and Monitoring daily Securiity Situation on Daily Basis   and Inform staff through SMS/Email   Daily,   Weekly, Bi Weekly, Monthly, Yearly Security incident reports.   Assisting   in Crisis Management and delivering trainings to staff. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE Bachelor in security related field. Security Management Certifications from accredited institution (IOM, Red-R, ICRC, UN etc) 3 years experience and at least 2 years’ field based SSFP/Security Management experience in highly complex and insecure settings in preferably more than one area with teams of large numbers of staff Field Experience of Managing Security in insecure area or humanitarian emergency Crisis. A commitment to working constructively with members of other teams and a service oriented attitude Understands the complexity and values of non-profit organizations. Willingness and ability to dramatically change work practices and hours, and work with incoming surge teams, in the event of emergencies.   SKILL Strong Computer skills (Microsoft Office, GIS, Email, Internet) Good writing and presentation skills Good knowledge of political and security situation in Lebanon. Strong command of English and Arabic. Report Writing and communication Skill In English/Arabic. Training Delivery Skill.   FLEXIBILITY Demonstrated high-level interpersonal and cross-cultural skills including the ability to build collaborative relationships internally and externally with sensitivity to cultural, ethnic, social and political issues.