Global Security Advisor
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Global Security AdvisorPermanent, Full TimeLocation: UK or The Hague, Netherlands (40-60% travel required)Salary: £60,000 - £75,000 depending upon experienceThe HALO Trust (HALO) is seeking a Global Security Advisor to support its managers in the safe delivery of its global operations. This position would suit an active, thoughtful and experienced individual with extensive field experience.The role will primarily support the programmes group, the operating division of The HALO Trust, but could be called upon by other groups and the CEO. The Global Security Advisor will report to the Director of Programmes (East) and then to the Chief of Programmes.This is a UK-based role, with an expectation for the candidate to spend significant time visiting HALO programmes overseas.The role should be viewed as an enabling one; it is a senior position and the use of the term Ë Advisor' rather than Ë Manager' is deliberate. The onus will be on the Global Security Advisor to develop a thorough understanding of HALO's security risk posture and risk appetite and to provide practical and pragmatic solutions to country teams and senior managers.Role and ResponsibilitiesReview and monitor programme security risks with Programme Managers, Regional teams, and the senior leadership team in HALO's HQ.Support programmes with the creation and review of risk assessments, risk registers, and serious incident management plans, providing training where appropriate.Continuously develop HALO's security risk management framework, ensuring it remains aligned with industry best practice.Advise and provide training for programmes on appropriate risk mitigation measures relating to security.Advise and provide training for senior managers on security management processes.Act as advisor to programmes leadership on developing and managing critical stakeholder networks.Agree security training objectives and all necessary pre-deployment training in conjunction with the Human Resources and Training teams.Support programmes in delivering or sourcing supplementary training needed for the local environment.Monitor and manage HALO's global emergency staff monitoring system.Help to deliver crisis management training at programme and group level.Act as a member of HALO's Crisis Management Team as required.Work closely with the Global Safeguarding Lead where incidents require collaboration.Oversee the maintenance and development of HALO's Security Manual and associated documents.Conduct other security-related tasks as directed by the Directors and Chief of Programmes.Base location, working pattern and SalaryUK or The Hague based position (40-60% travel required).Full-time position.May require timely response out of regular office working hours.Salary circa £60-75K depending on experience.Essential Qualifications / Experience / RequirementsAt least 4 years relevant work experience.Ability to accurately assess risks and advise on appropriate plans.Ability to work well with people of different cultures, genders, and ages.Ability to train and develop the capacity of others.Strong Information Communication Technology skills.Strong written and spoken English.Willingness to travel to insecure and austere environments.Driving license.Desirable Qualifications / Experience / RequirementsExperience working for International Non-Governmental Organisations.Recognised security management qualifications.Medical training.Language proficiency in Arabic, Dari, or Russian.Experience in the use of tracking and monitoring systems.Benefits of working at HALO:Competitive salary of £60,000 - £75,000 per annum.25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays).Contributory Pension scheme (HALO contributes up to 5%).Non-contributory life assurance (3 x annual salary).Private medical health cover.Emergency medical treatment insurance.Occupational health services including physiotherapy.Paid professional development.Flexible working.How to ApplyTo apply, please submit your resume and cover letter (no more than 2 pages) outlining how your skills and experience match the requirements of the role by no later than 6th December 2024. If there is a sufficient calibre of applicants, we reserve the right to close the role earlier than the date noted.** PLEASE NOTE THAT APPLICATIONS WITHOUT A COVER LETTER TAILORED TO THIS POSITION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED**The HALO Trust is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment.The HALO Trust is committed to a culture that is diverse and inclusive.The HALO Trust is committed to ensuring a safe and trusted environment.#J-18808-Ljbffr