MTI Calling 

                  Daring to love like Jesus, we boldly break barriers to health and restore wholeness in a hurting world. 

Medical Teams International holds strict child and vulnerable adult safeguarding principles and a zero-tolerance policy for misconduct related to sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse in the workplace and other places where the organization’s activities are rendered. Parallel to technical competence, recruitment & selection, hiring decisions will give due emphasis to assessing candidates' eligibility thorough background checks, police clearance, and professional reference check processes

JOB SUMMARY                                                                                                                                                                                                      

The Country Security Manager is responsible for implementing countrywide policies and procedures designed to minimize security risks posed to MTI staff, assets and programs. The role coordinates with partners to ensure compliance with Sudan Safety and Security legislation and emergency procedures. 

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES                                                                                                                                                                                                    

Safety and Security Coordination and implementation 

• Collaborate with the Country Director to ensure regular review and implementation of the Country Office Safety and Security procedures.
• Review, track and submit incident reports to the Program Director according to MTI policy.
• With the direction of the Country Director, coordinate a 24-hour response to all security and safety related incidents involving MTI staff and premises; Alert management and conduct investigations and follow up as needed.
• Gather and analyze information related to the security context in all MTI-Sudan operational areas; stay up-to-date on any changes in context by maintaining relevant contacts and soliciting information from relevant parties. 
• Conduct security risk assessments of MTI premises and Vehicles then advise management on security improvement measures; Regularly test various security plans and complete checklists.
• Conduct security trainings as per MTI policy and gives security updates as needed to all Medical Teams staff and visitors. 
• Research and analyze security dynamics in project areas from a variety of local and national sources in order to produce weekly security updates.

Stakeholder Engagement /Networking 

• Collaborate with management to ensure appropriate liaison with government agencies, local authorities, district/traditional leaders, counterparts in UN and diplomatic missions. 
• Develop good professional relationships with relevant authorities and stakeholders.
• Attend relevant Inter-agency Coordination meetings and build positive working relationships with personnel in similar roles at other NGOs/UN.
• Ensure that Medical Teams has a wide network of security contacts and sources of information for 

Triangulation and maintain these relationships.

Policies and Procedures 

• Advise management on the impact of security factors and policies on program design and delivery, as well as the potential impact that programs might have on stability and security and make recommendations for security needs and improvements. 
• Ensure that staff are aware and uphold the Field Operations Safety and Security Policy
• Develop SOPs and contingency plans to reduce staff risk and vulnerability.
• Ensure revised Safety and Security Instructions, policies and procedures are approved, publicized,
• and implemented across the team.
• Ensure that contingency plans for Crisis Management, Evacuation, Relocation, Hibernation, and 
• Medical Evacuation are in place and disseminated and adopted amongst staff.
• Ensure that security procedures are understood and respected at all times and support the Country 
• Director / Field Coordinator in taking the right steps in case of non-compliance to rectify the 
• situation.

Security risk Assessments and incident management and reporting

• Conduct desktop and on-ground Security Risk Assessments for all new locations, helping to 
• Evaluate risks to staff, beneficiaries or Medical Teams assets.
• Assess all potential facilities (offices, accommodation, warehouses, health facilities etc), making Recommendations on safety of location and security additions needed.
• Ensure and regularly reassess those vehicles, facilities and equipment are compliant with Medical Teams’ standards. Advise and where necessary implement improvements.
• Co-ordinate with program staff in implementation of project plans and how these relate to security.
• Systematically map all incidents and provide timely analysis to identify emerging trends and inform 
• future security management.
• Report any information related to Access and safety to the Country Director
• Coordinator with Field Coordinator and relevant stakeholder for any Security issue related to their area of operation. 
• Seek Country Director approval before execution of any action related to safety and Access
• Advise management on selection of appropriate equipment for security (vehicles, telecommunications equipment, etc.); Liaises with Operations Department to ensure the procurement, deployment and functionality of the same.
•  

Other Duties 

• Carry out any other duties as may be assigned.
• Support safeguarding of program participants and employees through promoting an environment of awareness and upholding the code of conduct provisions of Medical Teams Protection from Sexual Exploitation & Abuse, Child & Vulnerable Adult protection, and harassment-free workplace policies. Incumbents wil remain alert and responsive to any child and adult safeguarding risks, acquire relevant knowledge and skills which will enable you to promote strong safeguarding practices, understand the child and adult safeguarding policy and procedures, and conduct yourself in a manner consistent with the Safeguarding code of conduct and behavior expectations. 

EDUCATION, LICENSES, & CERTIFICATIONS                                                                                                                                                          

• Bachelor’s degree in security management, Political/Social Science, Military Studies, Management, Law Enforcement or a relevant field is required
• Completed Personal Security, HEAT or other similar security training is an added advantage (preferably in the last three years)
• Completed First Aid Certification Training in the last three years will be an added advantage. 
• Completed security/risk management Certificate training or similar (desirable)

EXPERIENCE                                                                                                                                                                                                                               

• 3 years of experience working in a humanitarians Context in a safety and security role. 
• Prior experience with the UN system or an international NGO is required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES                                                                                                                                                                                

KNOWLEDGE

• In-depth knowledge of security environments and hazards
• In-depth knowledge of emergency operations in a humanitarian context

SKILLS

• Excellent surveillance and emergency response skills
• Skilled in identifying potential risks and implementing actions to mitigate risk
• Skilled in working cross-culturally.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with good command of written and spoken English and Arabic
• Strong organizational skills and able to think critically in a deadline driven environment
• Skilled at using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

ABILITIES

• Ability to be decisive in emergency situations and use sound judgment. 
• Must be physically fit and able to travel to field locations upon short notice
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of highly sensitive information.
• Ability to exercise considerable initiative to plan, organize and follow through to meet deadlines.
• Ability to support MTI Calling and adhere to the MTI Code of Conduct

PHYSICAL CONDITIONS                                                                                                                                                                

Tools and Equipment Used

• Requires frequent use of personal computer, including word processing, database programs; calculator, telephone, and copy machine.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, talk and hear.  The employee is required to walk; climb stairs; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands, and arms.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position requires occasional travel to health facilities located in remote areas with very basic living conditions.

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• The employee may be required to travel to remote areas where there are potential health hazards and risks, limited hygiene facilities, extreme weather, and very basic living conditions. 
• The employee may be required to travel without notice to insecure contexts during response to a security incident.

NOTE: The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by staff assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of staff in this position.  Duties, responsibilities and skills are also subject to change based on the changing needs of the job, department or organization. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by Medical Teams International as the requirements of the job change.

How to Apply

Applicants must submit their applications, cover letter, Curriculum Vitae, All qualifications, work certificates, nationality card and birth certificates, 3 reference letters through Sudan JOB website.

Indicate clearly the position applied for in the subject line ‘Safety & Security Manager’’

 Application deadline is 22nd January 2025.