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MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB:    The objective of the Security and Transport Officer position will be to provide security risk management and support in daily movements of staff transportation to MSH HIVA staff and property in the selected province. 

Reporting:
•    Be the lead role in security risk management in the 10 HIVA Operated Provinces.
•    Reports to the Finance, Operation and Administrative Manager in day-to day operations ensuring a safe working environment.
•    Reports to the Finance, Operation and Administrative Manager  for the technical implementation of security management policies and procedures related to the safety of staff, and the protection of assets.
•    Manages Guard Supervisors in their responsibilities and performance of guards.

Administration:
•    Develop and implement the Provincial Security Plan in accordance with MSH Security Procedures.
•    Conduct written security assessments, audits and plans 
•    Travel administration and tracking.
•    Approving the TR of Project staff while assessing the routes. 
•    Collecting the Vehicle logbooks and preparing the rental services payments on a monthly basis.
Transport Management:
•    Ensure strict compliance with the rules of the road at all times to ensure the safety of professional property, people, products and furniture.
•    Strengthen the overall fleet management system, including the fleet of vehicles rented or owned by MSH, to support and coordinate MSH programs in Afghanistan.
•    Ensure that the deployment of vehicles is carried out effectively and efficiently.
•    Develop fleet management SOPs as needed, with the Project Support Unit; Train new drivers on standard operating procedures (SOPs) for vehicle usage & handling, and ensure that all new SOPS are implemented.
•    Work with the Finance Ops and Admin Manager to ensure that all drivers have taken technical and driving skills test and have valid driving license before being authorized to drive MSH vehicles
 
Communication: 
•    Ensure all relevant security information is disseminated in a timely manner to the Project Staff. 
•    Develop and maintain a key leadership engagement with INGOs, INSO, local networks and elders, and IEA departments related to HIVA’s Project field of work.  
•    Manage the Provincial Warden list and ensure it is updated

Training / Briefings: 
•    Ensure security-related training and briefings for all HIVA staff on a bi-monthly basis.
•    Ensure training for guards on access control and immediate actions. 
•    Ensure training for drivers on defensive driving and immediate action drills.
•    Any other duty assigned by line supervisor.
 

REQUIRED EDUCATION:    Bachelor’s degree in related fields or suitable experience in security risk management. 

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE        Minimum of 6 years’ experience in security risk management in Afghanistan.
Two years’ experience working with international organizations or INGOs in Afghanistan. 

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:        Knowledge in security risk management .
Knowledge on the political, security, and cultural issues in the province
A high standard of written and verbal English 

PREFERABLE EXPERIENCE        Those working and living in the Kabul province in a security role
Those who can demonstrate a ‘value-add’ in access to enable problem solving

CHARACTER COMPETENCIES:        Eligible candidates must have an excellent ethical conduct,  with no criminal record, be medically fit, and have  excellent inter-personal communication skills. They must be well-organized and detail oriented.

Interested candidates should apply through the below link and submit an application form for positions they are suitably qualified for.

https://msh.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/External/job/Afghanistan-Kabul/Security-and-Transport-Officer_R4729?locationCountry=db69b722446c11de98360015c5e6daf6

Please click the employment opportunities tab and select Afghanistan from the list of countries. A list of positions will appear, please select those you wish to apply for. Candidates who do not apply through the above-mentioned link will not be considered for the shortlist. Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

Management Sciences for Health is an equal opportunity employer offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship, physical or mental handicap.