Latest Security Vacancies At
The United Nations (UNDP Abuja), NGO, a conglomerate etc
Security Advisor at the Northern Nigeria Education Initiative Plus
(NEI+) –
Creative Associates International (UPDATED)
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 15 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.
We are recruiting to fill the
position below:
Job Title: Security
Advisor
Location: Abuja
Project Summary:
The Northern Nigeria Education
Initiative Plus (NEI+) project works to improve the quality of and access to
education in Northern Nigeria, equitably and sustainably.
Position Summary:
The Security Advisor in Abuja
works with the HQ Security Manager to manage and coordinate all Creative
security and safety programs, plans and policies relevant to the project
including detailed security procedures that comply with Creative security
policies. This will include emergency response drills and communication
procedures for the project. Reporting & Supervision. This position is
housed in Abuja, Nigeria, reporting to the Chief of Party (COP). The position
regularly interacts with HQ Security Manager and collaborates with project
staff. The incumbent may supervise local security manager in select technical
areas.
Primary Responsibilities
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. Ensure that appropriate
risk migration measures are taken by the project to respond to the threats or
changes in threats faced by the project. This is to include physical protection
measures, safe working routines, movement restrictions, protection equipment
and security staff provision, as required. 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, and act as the focal
point of contact with the security provider. 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.
Ensure visitor access and vehicle control systems are effective and appropriate
for the threat environment. Work with the HQ Security Manager to maintain the
project Crisis Response Plan in coordination with the COP, and ensure that the
contact information contained therein is always up-to-date. Provide a weekly
security report to the COP and HQ Security Department. Be able to assist with
out-of-hours emergency response at the project, if needed. 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. Assist the project with business continuity planning, as required. Ensure
that the Creative Sensitive Information (CSI) Plan is distributed to and is
being followed by project staff. Manage the Office Manager, Office Assistant,
Drivers, IT specialist, Janitors and all other administrative staff;In
conjunction with program staff, oversee administration and logistical support
to program activities, including program events and general program workshops.
Manage project team in an open and respectful manner, working with local staff
to build their competencies and capacity.
Desired Skills and Experience:
Bachelor's Degree in a related
field, or equivalent experience. A minimum of 5 years of security management
experience in the context of international development. Familiarity with
Security, HR, finance, logistics, procurement and administrative systems.
Experience implementing security policies, procedures and protocols. Previous
experience with USAID-funded projects. Demonstrated ability to work well in
teams and in a collaborative environment. Excellent organizational skills,
detail-oriented and flexible work style. Strong written and oral communication
skills. Proficiency in the use of computers and Microsoft Office software.
Ability to multitasking, Demonstrated ability to handle confidential and/or
sensitive information. Appreciation of and ability to work effectively in,
diverse work environments. Field-based security and crisis management
experience. Previous work experience in hostile, post-conflict environments
Work experience abroad, preferably in the international development arena.
Application Closing Date: 30th November, 2015.
How to Apply:
Interested and qualified
candidates should send a short Cover letter and CV
to: recruiting@crea-neiplus.com
Note: Local and regional
candidates are encouraged to apply.
Candidate should indicate the position for which he is applying for in
the Subject of the email.
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Chief Security Officer (CSO) at Hamilton Lloyd and Associates
Hamilton Lloyd and Associates -
Our client is a leading Logistic Service Provider Company. Due to internal
expansion processes, they have decided to employ qualified candidate to fill
the position below:
Job Title: Chief Security
Officer (CSO)
Location: Lagos
Job Descriptions: To take lead
of the Security Teams and their various activities. To set dynamic security
standards, rules , regulations and code of practices across the relevant areas
and ensure strict compliances .Take full charge of the security of the company
for maximum protection of both human and non- human assets and safeguard the
activities of all the stakeholders. On regular basis, to critically assess the
risk exposures of the Company and come out with the best measures of handling
& combating them. To secure a strategic alliance with all the Government
enforcement Agencies across the country. To take lead in intelligence gathering
and feed the management regularly. To play a liaison role with other
stakeholders ( Clients) security Units to build an harmonized relationship that
will assist in information sourcing or gathering which will enhance the Company
watch words - Unequaled Prompt Service Delivery. To report monthly to the
management on any security related matters. To carry out a quarterly checks to
all the Company accredited Transporters to ensure strict compliance with the
set risks management models and reports within the 2week of the exercise. To
pay regular and unscheduled visits both days & nights to all the company
formations e.g warehouses being managed by the Company, Top Management
Residences, Clients with vulnerable goods to theft , terminals , transporters
yards etc. To set up a Monitoring Team for random checking of Company goods
whilst in transit or transporters yards and ensure all the containers are
properly done sealed. To take lead in securing the company goods in case of any
accident or any threat. To carry out a discrete investigation to any loss or
thereat to company goods / personnel and reports promptly. To take lead in any
event of loss or theft of any goods directly owned or in trust of the Company
by promptly reporting the incident to the appropriate authority, track down the
suspect(s) within the shortest time with the assistant of the rightful Agency
and obtain the needful documents completely and adequately. To monitor the
performances of the Company engaged Security outfits and report to the
management on regular basis. To organize unnoticed drills or exercises to see
how the security personnel will react to the emergency callings. To update the
management regularly on any security threats in the society or to any of the
company operations with the appropriate recommendations. To engage in proper
verification exercise & documentations of the company’s need new employees
from time to time. To set up a Spy - Team that will always understudy the
activities of any of the Company Stakeholders that may be injurious and report
to the findings to the management regularly.
Required Qualifications:
The Prospective candidates must
possess the under listed qualities: He must be a Retired & Experienced
Police Officer (Most Especially - DSS ) with main specialization on loss
investigations or Knowledgeable and Well Experienced Insurance Loss Adjuster
presently working with reputable Insurance Companies with verifiable proofs. He
must not be less than 45 years and maximum of 50 years of age. He must be of a
good character without any records of blemish in the course of his career.
Smart in fact- findings strategies and Energetic. He must have sufficient
experienced and good working Relationship with all the Government Enforcement
Agencies concerning discrete Investigations, the track down of criminals and
adjudication processes. Strong in verbal and Communication Skills. He must be
Proactive & think out of box. Very Good in Auditing processes - equipment
& facilities. He must be Time conscious in all the official assignments
with priority on doing things right at first time.
Education/ExperienceHND/B.Sc in
related discipline. At least 10 – 20 years of working experience.
Application Closing Date: 24th November, 2015.
How to Apply:
Interested and qualified
Candidates should forward their Cv's
to: uche@hamiltonlloydandassociates.com
Note: Only successful
candidates will be contacted. kindly make the subject of the mail the job title
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Local Security Assistant (LSA)- 2 Posts and with the possibility
of building a roster
United Nations Development Programme
Location: Abuja and multiple
locations, NIGERIA,
Application Deadline:
26-Nov-15Type of Contract :FTA Local Post Level :GS-6
Languages Required: English
Duration of Initial Contract : Initial
duration of one year
Background
Under the overall guidance and
supervision of the Chief Security Adviser (CSA), Security Adviser (SA) or the
Field Security Coordination Officer (FSCO), the Local Security Assistant
assists in the implementation of security operations and all matters relating
to the management of safety and security for UN personnel in the country or in
the region of assignment.
Duties and Responsibilities
Summary of key functions:
Assists CSA/SA/FSCO in
collecting, updating and communicating information regarding the security
situation in the country; Assists in maintaining the Security Plan, including
updating staff lists; Supports the CSA/SA/FSCO with the assessment of Minimum
Operational Security Standards (MOSS) for the duty station; Assists in
reporting security incidents affecting UN staff, offices and assets; Organizes
and delivers training courses on security awareness and preparedness; Assists
in ensuring residential (Minimum Operating Residential Security Standards –
MORSS)and office safety, and security preparedness;
Provides general administrative assistance to the CSA/SA/FSCO
Assists the CSA/SA/FSCO in
collecting, updating and communicating information regarding the security
situation in the country:
Liaises and coordinates, as
appropriate, with the host government security organizations and/or personnel,
including national and local provincial authorities, military, and police
officers, as well as non-governmental organizations and other non-State actors
in the area of operation; Helps to assess the security situation at the duty
station and ensures adequate gathering and verification of security information
that may be required for a proper analysis of the situation by the CSA/SA/FSCO;
Communicates information on security to the heads of United Nations agencies
and provides host country security advice to UNDSS in the absence of the SA, as
required; Maintains regular contacts with Security Focal Points of UN agencies;
May be requested to provide technical assistance at SMT meetings, in the
absence of the CSA/SA/FSCO.
Assists in maintaining the
Security Plan, including updating staff lists:
Helps in the preparation and
review of the UN Security Plan; Supports actions during the implementation of
the Security Plan, as required.
Assists the CSA/SA/FSCO in
monitoring compliance with Minimum Operational Security Standards (MOSS)
established for the duty station. Also assists with the compilation of
data required for the MOSS Self-Assessment Programme.
Assists in reporting security
incidents affecting UN staff, offices and assets, and assists in the
preparation of security reports, such as the Security Incident Report, the
Security Assessments and the Quarterly Incident Report.
Provides support in organizing
and conducting training courses on security awareness and preparedness, and
providing security orientation to newly assigned staff members. Conducts
security briefings, as required.
Provides general administrative
assistance to the CSA/SA/FSCO:
Maintains routine and
confidential correspondence files/documents; Maintains a database on contact
details in relation to host country security authorities; Arranges
appointments, receives visitors, places and screens telephone calls and answers
queries with discretion, and takes minutes and/or notes at meetings.
Performs other security-related
tasks assigned by the CSA/SA/FSCO:
Conducts security evaluations
and provides advice on security measures for the residences (Minimum Operating
Residential Security Standards - MORSS) of UN staff, as well as on
latest trends and threats to staff safety and security; Establishes and
maintains warden system and keeps update of information related to UN offices
and residences; Administers a pass and ID system; Maintains liaison with
commercial companies used for UN security at offices and residences, in order
to ensure the effective and efficient use of the guard force.
Impact of Results: The key results have an impact on the accurate and timely
implementation of the overall UN security programme at the country level.
Competencies: Commitment to the ideals of the United Nations Charter and
the Organization’s core values – Professionalism, Integrity and Respect for
Diversity
Planning and Organizing: Demonstrated ability to
establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor his/her own work plan
with minimum supervision. Ability to work under pressure or in crisis
situations. Availability to travel within the area of responsibility.
Creativity: Ability to actively seek to improve
services, offer new and different options to solve problems/meet client needs,
and promote and persuade others to consider new ideas
Teamwork: Proven interpersonal skills and the
ability to listen and work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with
sensitivity and respect for diversity
Communication: Proven and sustained communication
(verbal and written) skills.
Required Skills and Experience
Education: Secondary
education. University Degree desirable, but it is not a requirement.
Experience: 6 years
experience in security, preferably in the military or police context or related
field of work. Prior experience with the UN system or an international NGO is
desirable.
Language
Requirements: Fluency in the UN and national language of the duty station.
Other Skills and
Requirements:
Knowledge of HF and VHF radio
operation; Experience in diplomatic security, protection and intelligence
considered an asset; Knowledge of host country safety codes; Solid computers
skills (MS Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint);Possession of a valid driver’s
license, Ability to travel, Physically fit
How to apply:
!. Download the UNDP Personnel
History Form from: http://sas.undp.org/Documents/P11_Personal_history_form.doc
2. Go to:https://jobs.undp.org/cj_apply.cfm?cur_job_id=61686
Complete your details. The system will
prompt you to upload a CV on the next page. Please note that instead of a CV
you're required to upload your completed Personnel History Form.
Click on submit button.
If you are experiencing difficulties with online job
applications, please contact jobs.help@undp.org.
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Security
Officers (Male/Female) at Vigilante Group of Nigeria (VGN)
The Lagos state command of Vigilante Group
of Nigeria (VGN) is currently recruiting healthy and able body men and women
into its ranks to provide security and surveillance services across communities
in Lagos state.
We are recruiting to fill the position of:
Job Title: Security Officer
Location: Lagos
Qualifications
All interested applicants must possess a minimum of the West African
School Certificate (WASC) or its equivalent.
Retired ex-service personnel with lesser qualifications may apply
All VGN personnel in Lagos state are also requested to revalidate their
membership at the new command headquarters by completing the necessary forms
for documentation.
Application Closing Date
15th December, 2015
How to Apply
Interested applicants are to obtain
enlistment forms at the VGN state headquarters at:
No. 11A, Alade Avenue,
Off Awolowo Way,
Ikeja,
Lagos State.
From 10.00am - 3pm Mondays - Fridays.
Security
Consultants - Nigeria at COOPI - Cooperazione Internazionale
COOPI - Cooperazione Internazionale is an
humanitarian, non confessional and independent Foundation (NGO) that fights
against all kinds of poverty to make the world a better place. Founded in 1965,
COOPI is based in Milan and it has 24 headquarters in the South of the World.
COOPI works in different sectors:
agriculture, water and sanitation, health care and nutrition, humanitarian
assistance, human rights, education, socio-economic services, migration and
relies on the expertise of 32 employees and 47 consultants in Italy, 121
expatriates and 4.500 local operators. In 2012, COOPI reached 3,6 millions
beneficiaries.
Coopi is looking for a motivated candidate
who will be in charge of the financial and administrative aspects of our
country programme, to fill the position of:
Job Title: Security Consultant - Nigeria
Job ID: #1251111
Locations: Abuja and Potiskum, Yobe State
Duration of the assignment: Two weeks,
start ASAP
Overall Purpose of the Consultancy
The overall objective of the deployment is to provide a comprehensive
assessment of the key risks/threats to the safety and security of COOPI
personnel, premises and assets in Nigeria and to implement practical mitigation
measures to address these that are appropriate to the operational context.
Specific Responsibilities
Specific deliverables from the deployment
have to include:
To revise and update the COOPI Nigeria Security Plan and Standard
Operating Procedures, and Crisis Management Plans, ensuring that the necessary
controls suitable for the Nigeria context are in place.
To ensure that basic controls to enhance the security of all premises
used by COOPI, including the field operational base, are in place. This has to
include necessary improvements to improve physical security and control egress
and ingress to COOPI bases;
To include in the security SOPs improved methods of evacuation from
relevant operations bases through road or air.
To implement measures to improve COOPI Nigeria’s communication
infrastructure, including embedding standard processes for routine
communication checks;
To review existing external security coordination mechanisms at all
COOPI operational bases and provide recommendations to improve the flow of
external security information into the programme and onward distribution to
field operational bases;
To provide guidelines on best practice for the recruitment of guards for
each base;
To design and implement basic training packages for all recruited guards
and drivers;
To update SOPs for movement of personnel and equipment, particularly by
road and ensure that these are relevant to external threats associated with the
Nigeria context;
To provide training to COOPI personnel on appropriate actions to take
for scenario events such as kidnapping, small arms fire, base raids,
carjacking, hostile behavior at checkpoints, etc;
To
provide a general threat update for the programme management team based on the
most up to date information available, including the provision of key
indicators to trigger an escalation in programme security levels.
Outputs:
COOPI security plan is reviewed and updated.
SoPs for different scenarios are produced and attached to the Security
Plan.
COOPI staff is trained on the SoPs.
Application Closing Date: Monday, 16th
November, 2015.
How to Apply:
Interested and qualified candidates should:
To apply, Click on or copy and paste this
link on your browser: http://www.coopi.org/it/lavoroformazione/offertedilavoro/lavoro/1171/
Senior
Security Officers at Caleb University
Caleb University, the only bachelor's
degree awarding private university in Lagos State, came into existence, following
the approval by the Federal Government of Nigeria on May 2, 2007, rapidly
followed up with the issuance of Operating Licence by the Federal Ministry of
Education through the National Universities Commission (NUC) on May 17, 2007
for Caleb University to operate as a private university.
Applications are invited from suitably and
qualified candidates to fill the Non - Academic position below:
Job Title: Senior Security Officer
Location: Lagos
Department: Registry
Qualifications: First Degree plus five (5) years’
experience with certificate in security training, OND or equivalent security
training plus eleven (11) years’ experience.
Application Closing Date: 20th November,
2015.
Method of Application:
Interested and qualified candidates should
send their applications and CV's to: calebuninonteaching@yahoo.com
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