Safety & Security Assistant- Local Only
Quick answer
Save the Children is hiring an in-office Safety & Security Assistant based in Hpa an, Mon/Kayin State, to support field office operations, security compliance, and emergency response.
- Role
- Safety & Security Assistant- Local Only
- Organization
- Save the Children
- Location
- Hpa an Area Office, Mon/Kayin State
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Safety & Security Assistant will support the Hpa an Area Office by ensuring strict adherence to security risk mitigation measures and safety protocols. The role involves collecting security intelligence, conducting staff safety inductions, maintaining security equipment, and supervising security personnel. The incumbent will also play a vital role in emergency preparedness and response while ensuring compliance with child safeguarding policies. This position requires regular travel to field locations and the ability to work in challenging environments.
What you'll do
- Identify security risks and implement mitigation measures in field offices.
- Conduct safety and security inductions and training for new and existing staff.
- Maintain and monitor security equipment such as fire extinguishers and first aid kits.
- Develop and update security plans, including evacuation and relocation strategies.
- Supervise security guard personnel and conduct regular site visits.
- Report security incidents and maintain accurate incident tracking systems.
What it takes
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification.
- At least 1 year of experience in a security-related assistant role.
- Proven experience working in emergency situations or remote areas.
- Strong proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Excellent communication skills in English and knowledge of local dialects.
- At least 1 year of management experience.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is this position located?
This role is based in the Hpa an Area Office located in Mon/Kayin State.
Is this a remote or in-office position?
This is an in-office role that also requires travel to various field locations at least once per month.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation is not explicitly specified in the job posting.
What are the core qualification requirements?
Candidates must have a bachelor's degree, at least one year of security-related experience, one year of management experience, and computer proficiency.
How to apply
Apply directly on Save the Children's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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