Security Officer

SECURITY OFFICER

Duty station: Kyiv City

Type of Contract: FOP

Reporting to:  Head of Mission

Supervises: N/A

Functions:
 The Security Officer will support Soleterre operations in Ukraine. The selected candidate will be responsible for ensuring the safety and security of staff, guest houses, offices, and program activities across all locations. This role requires a proactive and strategic approach to risk management, staff training, and crisis preparedness in a complex and evolving environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with local authorities, organizations, and agencies to facilitate information exchange related to safety and security.
• Monitor the location and movement of Soleterre staff and assets; advise on the safety of personnel, work sites, guest houses and office locations.
• Ensure that appropriate security resources and equipment are available at key sites and in vehicles.
• Maintain effective communication systems and protocols to support staff safety.
• Deliver up-to-date security briefings for staff, visitors, and new hires.
• Conduct regular security risk assessments, and provide relevant analysis and reports.
• Recommend appropriate risk mitigation measures based on ongoing assessments and ensure their implementation.
• Support the development and implementation of contingency plans, including for hibernation, relocation, or evacuation.
• Draft, review, and update Standard Operating Procedures as necessary.
• Arrange safety and security related trainings for staff.
• Monitor internal and external developments related to the security situation in Ukraine.
• Assist in the preparation for and participate in missions related to project assessment and implementation.

Requirements:

• Relevant training and qualifications in security and risk management.
• At least 5 years of experience in security, risk, or operations management, preferably in high-risk or austere environments.
• Possess an understanding of the war-related environment and demonstrate excellent situational awareness.
• Demonstrate the ability to work effectively under high-stress conditions.
• Knowledge of the weapon systems used in the war in Ukraine.
• Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
• A valid driver's license is essential.
• Previous experience working for an International Organization and/or NGO is highly desirable.
• Excellent computer software skills.
• Capacity of working both individually and as part of a team and creating a supportive working relationship among all project teams.
• High confidentiality, respect, integrity, and non-discriminatory attitude
• Adherence with the values of Soleterre. 

Language:  Good knowledge of English (Mandatory) and Ukrainian