ISM – International Security Manager, Somalia

As part of a request for proposal, Amarante International is looking for two International Security Manager (ISM).

Prerequisites:

– Be physically fit to perform all assigned duties;

– Must be in possession of a valid certificate/booklet of vaccination showing all vaccinations and immunisations received. They also must be vaccinated according to the required immunisations for the Area of Operation of the Mission;

– Proficient/independent in English language (speaking, writing, listening, and reading); required min. level of C1 for Key Expert positions. (Certification must be provided)

– Valid First aid qualification (FPOS or equivalent, Certification must be provided);

– Weapons qualified on all the weapons used by the Contractor (ref. para. 6.4) (Certification must be provided)

– Clear criminal record;

– Excellent interpersonal skills, including positive, cooperative, discrete and diplomatic nature;

– Customer service orientation;

– Ability to operate well under pressure.

Qualifications and skills

– Successful completion of university studies of at least 3 years attested by a diploma OR a qualification in the National Qualifications Framework which is equivalent to level 6 in the European Qualifications Framework OR a qualification of the first cycle under the framework of qualifications of the European Higher Education Area, e.g. Bachelor’s Degree OR equivalent and attested police or/and military education or training or an award of an equivalent rank. The studies shall be in security and defence, peace and conflict studies, intelligence or other related fields;

– Valid Category ‘C’ driving license;

– IT and radio literate; conversant with Sat phones (e.g., Iridium), and GPS systems;

– Proficient user in English language (min. level required: C1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages);

– Be physically able to perform all general duties, functions, and activities;

General professional experience

– Total professional experience of minimum 10 years.

Specific professional experience

– Professional experience of which minimum 5 years in a management position in an international operational environment (international is defined as a country outside the home nation of the applicant);

– Experience in Close Protection-related tasks of minimum 5 years;

– Professional experience in management of personnel for minimum of 5 years;

– Professional experience in management of personnel in large teams (40 pax);

– Relevant professional experience of working in crises area environment

Only applications that meet all the criteria will be considered, all criterias must be proved by relevant references.

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