South Sudan: Program Manager, Safety and Security, South Sudan

The Program Manager, Safety and Security provides leadership to all Security related issues in South Sudan and related programming within the region. The Program Manager, Safety and Security must ensure that all policies and procedures are adhered to for the safety of staff. Staff safety must be placed at the highest priority in conjunction with finding creative ways to accomplish program goals amidst challenging security situations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Act as security focal point for Samaritan’s Purse (SP) South Sudan

· Understand and implement Samaritan’s Purse’s internal safety and security guidelines as well as donor regulations in relation to security

· Develop manage and maintain SP security systems

· Conduct security audits at each field location

· Conduct continuous threat and vulnerability assessments as well as program specific security assessments

· Assist leadership with cost effective, feasible solutions of compliance for security protocols

· Coordinate with area program managers in ensuring security protocols are adhered to in regular programming

· Develop and continually update contingency and evacuation plans for all areas of operation

· Conduct trainings and schedule drills that include: driver safety, fire prevention, travel, communications, emergency response, security and other related topics

· Ensure all vehicles have first aid and trauma kits and required equipment in coordination with the Fleet Manager

· Develop working communications systems and enforce regular usage and upkeep

· Develop and maintain mechanisms to improve standards of security reporting

· Collect and compile security information to provide a trend analysis quarterly

· Provide security orientations to all incoming staff and visitors

· Develop and maintain relationships and communication networks with key security contacts including: UN and INGO forums, Government Ministries and Bodies, Military, Church leaders, Local vendors, Beneficiaries, etc.

· Take part in platforms of inter-agency coordination bodies on relevant security issues

· Monitor potential and present emergencies and keep the Country Director informed of potential events, including crisis response options

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Bachelors’ degree in a relevant field

· One year of college-level Biblical studies strongly preferred

· Previous experience working overseas preferred, particularly in Africa

· Possesses strong organizational and communication skills

· Basic knowledge of HF radio communications, SAT Phones, Codan and Cell phone burst messaging.

· History of working effectively and respectfully with host country government, INGOs and U.N. agencies.

· Experienced in cross-cultural team leadership.

· Ability to be flexible and adaptable.

· Ability to operate for extended periods in very austere conditions.

· Ability to coordinate activities with local involvement and establish working relationships with other NGOs.

· Demonstrated ability and desire to train and build capacity of national staff.

· Knowledge of computer systems and its applications such as Word, Excel and Outlook.

24 month contract with the potential for renewal.

This is an unaccompanied position.

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