Requisition ID: req58780 Job Title: Safety and Security Manager (Nationals Only) Sector: Safety & Security Employment Category: Regular Employment Type: Full-Time Open to Expatriates: No Location: Kabul, Afghanistan Work Arrangement: Job Description Facility & Compound Security: + To supervise regular patrols of operational compounds to deter unauthorized access and safeguard property. + To oversee the maintenance of security equipment, including CCTV cameras, alarms, and access control systems. + To manage contracts pertaining to the security of office and residential facilities, ensuring they meet compliance standards. Vehicle Safety Management: + To collaborate with the internal communication and coordination manager and the Director – SSaA in discerning vulnerabilities and potential threats to operational zones. + To manage risks and advise on proper mitigation strategies, guaranteeing a balance between risk and humanitarian considerations. + To collaborate with the non-physical safety and security lead and the Director – SSaA (Safety, Security and Access) to regularly review and enhance risk tools and protocols to align with evolving contexts. + To factor in staff profiles, gender-related risks, and local cultural sensitivities when crafting security policies. + To help the Director – SSaA in identifying, analyzing, and mitigating risks and conducting risk assessments. + To conduct periodic inspections of vehicles, confirming they carry essential safety features like first aid kits and fire extinguishers. + To oversee driver training programs focused on vehicle safety, emergency response, and defensive driving techniques. + To coordinate daily safety checks for travel, offering counsel on routes and journey planning based on prevailing security. Administration & Coordination Staff Supervision: + To provide technical oversight and guidance to all field security focal points, ensuring efficient security operations across diverse locations. + To establish duty rosters and overtime schedules for security staff, maintaining coverage for all critical areas. Training & Capacity Building: + To design and implement security training initiatives for staff, covering risk awareness, safety protocols, and emergency responses—mostly focusing on physical safety and security, excluding non-physical safety and contextual elements. + To ensure continuous professional growth for security guards and field focal points through evaluations and on-the-job training related to physical safety and security. + To conduct orientation sessions for new staff and visitors, briefing them on security risks and local dynamics in close coordination with the internal communication and coordination manager (non-physical safety and security lead). Transportation Means Safety and Security: + To oversee the security of fleet operations, including armored and soft skin vehicles. + To conduct security risk assessments for all planned staff movements and field missions. + To manage allocation, readiness, and compliance of armored vehicles by security standards. + To ensure all drivers are vetted and trained in safe driving and emergency procedures. + To manage monitoring the vehicle movements using GPS/radio and ensure adherence to check-in protocols. + To enforce movement management procedures, including pre-departure and post-movement steps. + To coordinate with logistics and program teams to align fleet use with security requirements. + To maintain and regularly update the SOPs and contingency plans for road movement andevacuations. + To lead or support investigations into security incidents involving fleet or movements. Safety and Security Regulations for the International Staff: + To contextualize and modify the SSaA documents specific to international staff’s physical safety and security in coordination with the Director – SSaA. + To conduct security assessments of accommodations, offices, and event venues when and as needed, coordinating with the Director – SSaA. + To advise the Director – SSaA and on an ad-hoc basis approve or disapprove venues and residences based on risk assessments. + To provide security briefings to incoming and visiting international staff in coordination with the Director – SSaA. + To ensure international staff arrangements meet organizational safety standards at all times. + To update security guidance based on the evolving environment of risk. Contingency Preparedness and Response: + To develop and maintain emergency plans, such as evacuation and hibernation procedures, for all facilities and personnel in coordination with non-physical safety and security lead. + To familiarize all staff with emergency protocols through scheduled drills and training. + To provide immediate advice during emergencies, ensuring full adherence to security protocols. Liaison & Networking: + To cultivate relationships with local authorities, security agencies, and community leaders to foster information sharing and coordination. + To collaborate with DD-SSHL to represent the organization in inter-agency forums, contributing to collaborative security strategies. Reporting & Documentation Incident Report: + To lead investigations into security breaches in physical safety and security areas, including theft and property damage, ensuring thorough documentation and follow-up. + To regularly compile and submit physical security reports, analyzing trends, incidents, and lessons learnt. Supervision & Oversight Team Management: + To supervise security guards and focal points, ensuring strict adherence to established protocols and providing guidance on daily operations. + To continuously review the performance of security personnel, offering constructive feedback and setting clear performance expectations. + To oversee the preparation and management of the security budget, ensuring fiscal efficiency and alignment with security objectives. Any other task assigned by the supervisor. Qualifications + Education and Experience: A bachelor's degree in social sciences (master’s is preferred + 3 - 5 years safety, security, and access, or relevant experience with minimum of 2 years’ experience in managerial role. + Skills: Leadership, problem resolution, negotiations, critical incident management, crisis management + Technical Competency: Risk Management (identification, analysis, and mitigation), incident management, proven competency in high-scale conflict and challenge resolution + Communication and reporting skills + Fluency in Pashto, Dari, and English + Computer skills (including MS Word, Excel, Access, and Internet) an advantage + Ability to work closely, professionally, and constructively with all others regardless of nationality, ethnicity, gender, religion, race, tribe, or cultural background