Country Security Manager - Gaza

About the role

Acted, a humanitarian and development organization working in the Occupied Palestinian Territory, is recruiting a Country Security Manager for Gaza. The post covers daily security management of all Acted premises and project sites, monitoring of the security situation, implementation of security guidelines and protocols, and advising the Country Director and Senior Management Team on safety and security. It is a fixed-term position of 6 months, starting as soon as possible.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee daily security management of all Acted premises and project sites, with continuous monitoring and assessment of the security situation.
• Review and implement Acted security management guidelines and protocols.
• Advise the Country Director and Senior Management Team on safety and security issues, and provide security training and mentoring.
• Develop and update Country Security Plans, SOPs and contingency plans, and handle daily security management and crisis management.
• Adapt crisis management protocols to the local situation and act as a key member of the Crisis Management Team.
• Conduct security briefings for new international staff, design security training modules, and maintain a security network.
• Ensure external representation.

Required profile

• At least 3-5 years of experience in insecure environments, preferably in Africa, Asia or the Middle East.
• Extensive experience in security management and procedures.
• Willingness to work and live in often remote areas under basic conditions.
• Advanced proficiency in written and spoken English; knowledge of a local language and/or regional experience is highly desirable.
• Eligibility for an international contract is required.

Required skills

• Demonstrated communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to train, mobilize and manage international and national staff.
• Flexibility and ability to multi-task under pressure in unstable, frequently changing security environments.
• Ability to work creatively and independently in the field and in the office.

What we offer

• Salary of 3,300 to 4,500 EUR per month before income tax, plus a monthly living allowance of 300 USD.
• Accommodation and food in the Acted guesthouse.
• Pension, health insurance, life insurance and repatriation assistance (unemployment insurance for EU citizens).
• Flight tickets every 6 months and visa fees covered.
• Rest and recuperation every 2 months, with flights and allowance covered.
• Annual leave of 25 to 43 days.
• Pre-departure training at Acted HQ, including 4 days of in-situ security training.
• Tax advice and psychological assistance.