Job Vacancies at World Vision Kenya

Security Officer – ELEVATE Project (Local Residents of Mandera County encouraged to apply)

Strategy and Planning

Develop and implement the project area security and safety response plan in alignment with WV security policy so as to ensure the operational priorities of the project area are appropriately supported.
Ensure Security Risk Assessments, Country Risk Ratings and Core Security Requirement standards, processes and procedures for the project area are completed in accordance with the current Office of Security, Safety and Resilience (SSR) guidelines and training.

Security Operations

Lead all security and safety operations within the project area.
Work with the Roving Field Security Officer (RFSO) to carry out Security Risk Assessments as required/directed.
Country Risk Ratings for the project area are established and updated as required
Ensure Core Security Requirements for the project area are implemented in line with Country Risk Ratings
Provide input and support to management in crisis situations and critical incidents
Conduct security investigations when required.

Networking and External Liaison/Engagement

Represent WV Kenya at local NGO security network meetings within the project area and ensure information from these groups is disseminated to relevant staff in a timely manner.
Security liaison with the local host government security agencies in coordinating security and safety of WV Kenya staff and assets within the project area.
Build ongoing networks for sharing security information and coordination.

Capacity Building and Technical Training

Coordinate routine security briefing for staff and visitors to the project area and conduct regular security training in liaison with the RFSO, for the project staff based on local security risk assessments.
Seek to develop a culture of security awareness and monitor staff compliance.

Reporting and Documentation

Provide regular security reports to the Project leadership team, the region and the Security, Safety and Resilience office.
Ensure that all security incidents are reported in accordance with WV Security Policy.
Collect, analyse and disseminate security information appropriately and in a timely manner.Other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Key Responsibilities:

Quality Project implementation

Plan for the implementation of activities including interpretation of budget, preparing procurement plans, engaged in the procurement process and following the donor and WVK financial accounting policy/requirement.
Ensure project implementation is aligned with the project’s goals and objectives and is within the stipulated timeframe and targets.
Conduct regular field visits, provide supportive supervision, mentorship, monitor project activities and provide technical support in accordance with the project implementation guidelines & National TB guidelines.
Support the implementation of TB prevention, case detection and treatment programs in alignment with Global Fund guidelines.
Capacity Building of Community Health Promoters, TB champions and other volunteers to strengthen local capacity for TB management and community sensitization.
Support Health facilities to identify TB champions.
Support development, implementation and monitoring of the work plans and ensure that the budget is adhered to and that budgets are utilized effectively
Ensure both financial and program reports are sent to the donor as per agreed timelines
Advocate for and promote gender-responsive, people-centered approaches.