Security Officer

Job Purpose

To support Mercy-USA in the management of day-to-day security operations in order to facilitate the effective delivery of different programs while maintaining the security and safety of Mercy-USA’s personnel, the beneficiaries, activities and facilities as a priority. 

Main Responsibilities

• Conduct regular security assessments of threats and associated risks in the areas of programs delivery, to recommend and implement the required security mitigating measures with main focus on cash based transfer CBT program including Distribution and ATM monitoring
• Develop the Safety and Security evacuation plans for the distribution sites and the Mercy USA’s premises, and conduct training for the staff and security guards on the prepared evacuation plans 
• Facilitate the rollout of security SOPs for the Staff and private security guards at distribution sites and ATMs.
• Collect information about local security developments and provide regular updates on the situation that could affect the activities and delivery of programs and share the information with relevant partners
• Identify and raise any potential impact upon Mercy-USA’s operations 
• During the distributions, conduct close monitoring by visiting the distribution sites before, during and after the distribution and ATMs to intervene immediately for solving any security issues.
• Provide security orientation briefings to newly arrived staff to ensure staff are well-informed of local security conditions and procedures
• Immediately report all breaches of safety and security procedures and all threats to Mercy-USA’s management
• Liaise and coordinate with local administration, security and law enforcement authorities, communities, UN/NGO security staff and other actors, to facilitate access for safe program delivery and to mitigate potential risks against staff, beneficiaries, and other resources
• Liaise with the donor's security unit for the implementation security mitigating measures at the distribution sites and ATMs, and for any security incidents on sites / ATMs with the actions taken and measures taken to prevent reoccurring similar incidents. 
• Ensure that vehicle and staff movements are monitored according to procedures
• Responsible for creating facilities/sites access control measures and procedures 
• Responsible for management of security equipment 
• Prepare comprehensive, accurate and timely security-related reports including recommendations to support informed decision-making 
• Manage external security staff on distribution sites and ATMs and provide coaching and guidance as the prepared SOPs

Minimum Hiring Requirements 

Education: University degree (Bachelor’s degree or higher) in Security Management, International Relations or Law Enforcement or another relevant field

Experience: At least three years of professional experience (after completion of university degree) in security management. Working with an international humanitarian & development organization is an added value

Language: Good in both oral and written communication in English, Fluency in Arabic

IT skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint

Competencies 

Corporate Competencies: 

Demonstrate integrity and respect to Mercy-USA’s values and mission

Display cultural, religious, racial, gender, age and nationality sensitivity and adaptability along with respect to all

Promote the vision, mission, and strategic plan of Mercy-USA in Lebanon

An honest team-player with strong interpersonal skills

Functional Competencies 

Good theoretical understanding of security management concepts and principals 

Ability to familiarize with new areas and people

Ability to deal with day-to-day stresses, complaints and field level security concerns that may arise 

Good analytical skills with the ability to analyze a range of data and issues and develop solutions

Good communication skills 

Ability to supervise, coach and motivate security staff

Ability to deliver effective briefing, training, and capacity building 

Knowledge Management and Learning

Ability to familiarize with new areas and people

Ability to deal with day-to-day stresses, complaints and field level security concerns that may arise 

Ability to use tools provided with little direction 

Ability to build new relations with individuals on the field in a comfortable and safe way 

Ability to differentiate between personal and business relations on the field

Self-Management 

Self-motivated, quick learner with an initiative to perform well and beyond expectations

Calm and well-mannered under pressure 

Quick response to urgent requests for information

Takes and responds well to feedback 

Energetic and positive about the work being conducted 

Focused on results and meeting deadlines

Please note this position relies on donor funding and final approval, if for any reasons the funding is blocked or delayed, Mercy-USA reserves the right to take action including terminating the hiring process and/or the contract immediately.