ACTED Central African Republic

Acted opened its mission in the Central African Republic (CAR) in 2013 in response to internal violence in the country. Acted teams are mobilized in Ouham Pendé, Ouaka, Basse Kotto, Mbomou, Haut Mbomou as well as in Bangui to provide emergency relief to the most vulnerable, support displaced populations and to strengthen the resilience of populations and local authorities. Rapid response mechanisms to emergencies are currently deployed in CAR as well as integrated support programming for the sustainable return of displaced persons, and resilience building.

You will be in charge of

The Country Security Officer is supporting directly the Country Security Manager or the Country Logistic and Security Manager in the reporting on context analysis, writing of security documents, and ensuring compliance with security standards. He/she will be in charge of drafting all the Acted security reporting documents requested in the frame of the activity of the security department and is in charge of the administration of the security department.

Main duties

Context analysis and risk assesment

Security Assessments, auditing and Operational support

Reporting

Expected skills and qualifications

• Bachelor or Master Level education in Security studies or another relevant field such as International Relations;
• Excellent analysis and synthesis skills;
• 2-5 years previous work experience in a relevant position;
• Proven capabilities in leadership and management required;
• Excellent skills in written and spoken English;
• Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills, and flexibility in cultural and organizational terms;
• Ability to work well and punctually under pressure;
• Previous experience in a difficult context.

Terms of reference

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Conditions

• Salary between 1800 and 2000€ monthly (before income tax), depending on the level of education, security level, etc as well as a monthly living allowance of $300
• Accommodation and food provided in Acted guesthouse
• Pension, health insurance, life insurance and repatriation assistance (& unemployment insurance for EU citizens)
• Flight tickets every 6 months & visa fees covered
• Contribution to the luggage transportation: up to 100 kgs, depending on the length of the contract
• R&R every 3 months, flight tickets covered up to $500 and allowance of $200
• Annual leave of 25 to 43 days per year
• One week pre-departure training in Acted HQ, including a 4-days in situ security training
• Tax advice (free 30-minute call with a tax consultant)
• Psychological assistance