Position is for KPK region based in Islamabad
General Position Summary:
The Security and Liaison Officer will guide staff on matters related to safety and security, including travel, office safety and security on a day-to-day basis. Furthermore, S/he liaises with Law Enforcement Agencies (LEAs), other stakeholders and the KPK Home Department for processing NOCs. The Security and Liaison Officer will be responsible for the proper implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SoPs) related to all staff travel and security protocols. S/he will assist in assessing the security situation in the areas of programmatic interventions and establish a network for collection of relevant information and support in assessing the risks associated in the areas of intervention.
Essential Job Responsibilities
Liaison with Government of KPK and other stakeholders:
Travel Protocols and Tracking:
Reporting:
Supervisory Responsibility Guards (provided by third parties) Accountability:
Reports Directly To: Sr. Manager Security and Govt Liaison.
Works Directly With: Program team, Operations team,
Knowledge and Experience:
Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview. Organization reserves the right to accept or reject any or all CV(s) without assigning any reason.
We are an equal opportunity employer and Females are strongly encouraged to apply
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