JOB OPENING

Head of Safety, Security and Administration

Save the Children invites applications for the above mentioned position. Save the Children is a child rights and value based organization, this will be key in selecting the right candidate for this role. Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Opportunity

The is a senior position within Save the Children in Bangladesh, based in country head office in Dhaka, directly reporting to the Country Director. Applying a Security Risk Management and Administrative Compliances approach, this position will be responsible to ensure safety and security management of all SCI staff and properties (both leased and owned) and the smooth functional operations of SCI facilities and support in administration unit. The position holder will also be responsible to maintain all administrative items, assets and safety and security equipment and closely coordinate with other functions across organization.

Some other key areas of responsibilities:

  • Work closely with operations regarding specific security risks and threats related to program and project implementation
  • Conduct periodic Security Risk Assessment (SRA) and Threat & Vulnerability Assessment (TVA) for SCI offices and programs
  • Closely work with the Risk Management Department and contribute to the BdCO Risk Management Plan (RMP)
  • Design and update emergency evacuation plans for all offices and socialized.
  • Reporting and Managing incidents happening within SCI facilities and programmatic areas
  • Respond to any natural or man-made disasters or emergency situation as per Emergency Preparedness Plan (EPP) and support a humanitarian response operation accordingly
  • Ensure lease agreements are prepared for Dhaka and all field office / sub-offices, expatriate houses and all other facilities under SCI management.
  • Responsible for significant contribution to development of country specific administrative policies and ensure SC-BdCO operations are in line with policies and procedures
  • Liaison/establish relation with UN, LEAs (law enforcement agencies) and other Govt stakeholders related to organizational, administrative and safety & security operations

Qualifications and experience

  • At least 10 years of working experience in the field of administration and safety and security in reputed large organization, including 5 years in management position.
  • Demonstrated experience in working with INGO/UN, MNCs, Military and Law Enforcement Agencies will be an advantage
  • Cross-functional working experience is highly desirable, esp. related to areas like Emergency / Crisis Management, Business Continuity and Organizational Resilience.
  • Excellent understanding on large administrative responsibilities and on the safety and security current issues and measures including equipment.
  • Technical skills on experience in introducing Administrative and Safety & Security measures and precautions
  • Excellent networking skills, particularly with different government entities, law enforcement agencies and military
  • Good sense of alertness and decision-making skills
  • Hands-on experience on managing a large and diverse team
  • Ability and willingness to work under immense pressure situation
  • Excellent communication skills in English
  • Master’s Degree, preferably in Business Administration/Management Public Administration or relevant discipline

Contract length: Regular

Job Location: Dhaka

The Organisation

We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard. 

We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

  • No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
  • All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
  • Violence against children is no longer tolerated

We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive workplace where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.

Application Information

Please apply using a cover letter and up-to-date CV as a single document. Please also include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations.

For detailed job description and to apply online, please visit:

https://stcuk.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=2200045E

Application deadline: 04 June, 2022

Only short listed candidates will be invited for interview
‘Save the Children promotes diversity in its workforce’

We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

All employees are expected to carry out their duties in accordance with our global anti-harassment policy policy.