Lone Wolf
01-30-2010, 04:01 PM
World Vision is a Christian relief and development organization dedicated to helping children and their communities worldwide reach their full potential by tackling the causes of poverty. World Vision helps transform the lives of the world's poorest children and families in nearly 100 countries, including the United States. Our non-profit work extends assistance to all people, regardless of their religious beliefs, gender, race, or ethnic background.
Job Description
Position Location: East Africa Region - Nairobi, Kenya / Southern Africa - Johannesburg, South Africa / West Africa - Dakar, Senegal
Provide technical leadership and direction in regional security management and assist national offices to implement a sound security strategy and practices into World Vision operations so as to enhance the safety & security of World Vision staff, assets & programmes and to minimise operational risks to World Vision.
NOTES: 3 openings. International Candidates Will Be Considered
Requirements
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge & Skills Relevant undergraduate degree; and/or work experience in the professional security arena (military, law enforcement or security). Sound knowledge of the security risk assessment process, security & contingency planning and crises management in the humanitarian context Understanding of implementing Minimum Operating Security Standards (MOSS), or equivalent Excellent oral and written (English) communication skills Solid interpersonal, negotiating and networking skills Strong analytical (tactical & strategic), organizational and problem solving skills Ability to work under pressure
Experience A minimum of 3 years experience in NGO or UN Security Management A minimum of 5 years work experience in the professional security arena (military, law enforcement or security) and working with culturally diverse teams Prior work experience in African countries is preferred Proven experience in liaising with all levels of Government, IO & NGO's Competent in the use of Microsoft Office computer programs including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Work Environment Ability to travel extensively in Africa (minimum of 12 weeks) Ability to work with other virtual teams across various time zones
*For more details and to apply, please visit www.wvi.org International Employment page under Africa and submit online application.
Job Description
Position Location: East Africa Region - Nairobi, Kenya / Southern Africa - Johannesburg, South Africa / West Africa - Dakar, Senegal
Provide technical leadership and direction in regional security management and assist national offices to implement a sound security strategy and practices into World Vision operations so as to enhance the safety & security of World Vision staff, assets & programmes and to minimise operational risks to World Vision.
NOTES: 3 openings. International Candidates Will Be Considered
Requirements
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge & Skills Relevant undergraduate degree; and/or work experience in the professional security arena (military, law enforcement or security). Sound knowledge of the security risk assessment process, security & contingency planning and crises management in the humanitarian context Understanding of implementing Minimum Operating Security Standards (MOSS), or equivalent Excellent oral and written (English) communication skills Solid interpersonal, negotiating and networking skills Strong analytical (tactical & strategic), organizational and problem solving skills Ability to work under pressure
Experience A minimum of 3 years experience in NGO or UN Security Management A minimum of 5 years work experience in the professional security arena (military, law enforcement or security) and working with culturally diverse teams Prior work experience in African countries is preferred Proven experience in liaising with all levels of Government, IO & NGO's Competent in the use of Microsoft Office computer programs including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Work Environment Ability to travel extensively in Africa (minimum of 12 weeks) Ability to work with other virtual teams across various time zones
*For more details and to apply, please visit www.wvi.org International Employment page under Africa and submit online application.