Security Officer

Polish Humanitarian Action (PAH) is currently looking for Security Officer to support PAH activities aimed to enhance localization effort.

General information

• Organization: Polish Humanitarian Action (PAH), Warsaw-based international non-governmental organization with representation office in Ukraine
• Position: Security Officer 
• Location: Dnipro with regular field visits 
• Working  terms: full-time
• Type of work: employment contract
• Starting date: ASAP
• Duration: 6 months (3 month of approbation period) with possibility for extension 

About PAH:

Polish Humanitarian Action (PAH) is an international non-governmental organization providing humanitarian and development aid worldwide since 1992. So far, the interventions have been carried out in 46 different countries. By possessing long-standing expertise in the implementation of projects in WASH, FSL, Protection, as well as Nutrition and Education, PAH concentrates its global activities on ensuring sustainable development of regions suffering from consequences of armed conflicts, natural disasters, climate change and others humanitarian crises.

PAH has been present in Ukraine since August 2014 delivering humanitarian aid to the most vulnerable of the conflict-affected population. PAH provides assistance to internally displaced people, elderly, children and other vulnerable population groups. PAH is currently working in the sectors of FSL, protection, WASH and Shelter. For more information, please refer to: Homepage - Polska Akcja Humanitarna

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Monitoring and analyzing threats and assessing the risks present in the projects, timely informing staff on potential threats, when needed – altering the routes to avoid danger;
• Assist the Security Coordinator and Area Manager in drafting and updating of security plans and procedures for all aspects of the country office activity.
• Advising the Area Manager and Security Coordinator on security issues, including the budget allocated for security issues.
• Briefing, training, drilling, motivating and supervising personnel in terms of their implementation and observance of security procedures, and advising the personnel on issues connected with safe conduct in the area of the mission.
• Maintaining contact on security issues with players operating in the area of the mission – other NGOs, local security structures, CIMIC, the UN, and others;
• Attending all the regular security-related meetings.
• Gather security information for the area, verify the information and use this information in daily operations to mitigate risks for the staff.
• Supervising the functioning of technical systems for facilities protection, communication systems, means of transport.
• Advice the Fleet officer in planning fleet movement with security related issues, ensure the plan is followed and informed by the incumbent authorities;
• Manage the daily security check. Inform and answer of any immediate security threat in coordination with the Security Coordinator.
• Ensuring security equipment (tools) supplies are sufficient and in place.
• Organizing and co-supervising the work of personnel whose actions directly affect security, especially drivers in the area.
• Regular reporting to Security Coordinator and Area Manager.
• Sharing security knowledge and experience with the staff.
• Controlling that all staff are adhering to the relevant Safety & Security rules.
• Assisting and when necessary – escorting the mission guests in the field.
• Performing any other tasks as assigned by the Area Manager and Security Coordinator, the Security officer can be given tasks related to logistics supports and or liaising tasks when needed.

Security Officer will be selected based on the qualification requirements described below:

Required qualifications & Experience

• University degree with appropriate experience in security management, risk assessment, or field security.
• Ability to monitor threats, analyze risks, and brief staff.
• Experience implementing security procedures and supporting movement planning.
• Strong communication and coordination skills with authorities, NGOs, and partners.
• Good reporting skills; able to gather and verify security information.
• Fluency in English (B2).

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience in conflict or high-risk environments
• Experience in security risk management, preferably with NGOs or humanitarian organizations.
• Training in area of Security Risk Management
• Knowledge of local security structures and context.
• Experience supervising drivers or supporting logistics/liaison tasks.
• Ability to train staff and promote security awareness.

What PAH offers:

• Opportunity to gain experience in a professional and flexible international NGO, one of the largest organizations in Central and Eastern Europe.
• Work in a dynamic and motivated team.
• Voluntary medical insurance  covered by the organization (except the tax for additional value)
• Free English language courses and other opportunities for professional growth.
• Full social benefits package in accordance with Ukrainian legislation.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Access to confidential psychological support sessions when needed.
• Additional days off in observance of public and religious holidays in Ukraine.

 Equal Opportunities and Non-Discrimination:

Our organization adheres to the principles of equality, respect for human dignity, and non-discrimination in accordance with the legislation of Ukraine.

We do not tolerate discrimination based on age, sex, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, disability, health condition, race, skin color, ethnic or national origin, citizenship, language, religion or other beliefs, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic.

All candidates are assessed solely on the basis of their professional competencies and alignment with the position requirements.

 Employment of Persons with Disabilities:

The organization is open to employing persons with disabilities and ensures equal opportunities to participate in the recruitment process.

If needed, we are ready to:

• provide reasonable workplace accommodation.
• adapt the recruitment process.
• consider flexible working hours or remote work arrangements;
• create safe and accessible working conditions in line with individual needs.

If you require any accessibility accommodations to participate in the recruitment process, please indicate this in your cover letter.

How to Apply:

If you are interested in applying for this position, please send us the following documents prepared in ENGLISH:

• Short resume (max. 2 pages) including relevant information on your education and work experience.
• Indication of your availability to start your work for PAH.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview and/or technical assessment.

Please note: due to the urgency to fill the post, recruitment will be done on the rolling basis, and PAH reserves the right to recruit before the deadline.