Security Officer/Security Officer in Team4ua

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In 2024, Ukraine announced a mandatory evacuation due to increased shelling and air attacks by Russian forces on the frontline regions. Daily shelling of Kharkiv Oblast, Sumy Oblast, and Donetsk Oblast has led to significant internal migration, and more than 15,000 civilians in Pokrovsk are under immediate threat. According to the UN, more than 300,000 people in these regions need support, but financial resources for evacuation are limited.

Project "Emergency assistance and evacuation support" from Team4UA offers a comprehensive solution that provides safe transportation and temporary housing for civilians from risk areas. The TERA Consortium, created by Team4UA together with Ukrainian NGOs, includes East SOS as a leading associate partner, as well as the Charitable Organization Aid Coordination Center and Angels of Salvation as members of the Consortium, coordinating evacuation efforts with a focus on vulnerable population groups.

Team4UA Description:

Team4UA is a Ukrainian charitable organization established in March 2022, with experience in the field of emergency aid , restoration and innovative reconstruction projects. We cooperate with UN agencies (WFP, UNICEF) and international organizations and foundations (Mercy Corps, TED). Since its founding, Team4UA has provided humanitarian aid to 2.3 million people, including implementing projects such as the construction of a school in Lviv using 3D concrete printing technology.

Team4UA was created by a team of former technology entrepreneurs who combined their skills and experience to solve the most important long-term needs of Ukraine. The organization has extensive experience working in frontline regions and areas most affected by hostilities, including near the border with Russia. Since the beginning of the full-scale invasion, our activities have covered the most difficult-to-reach areas, as well as those with the highest concentrations of internally displaced persons or people returning home.

Team4UA teams are based in Lviv, where they provide administrative and financial support, in Kyiv, where our headquarters is located, and in Dnipro, where operational activities, monitoring and evaluation of projects are carried out. 

General summary of the position:

The primary responsibility of the Security Officer is to ensure protection and reduce risks for Team employees< /span>4UA, resourcesin, assets, objects, projects and programs in all places where the country office can be represented. Ensuring that security maintenance and security risk management are integrated at all levels of programmatic and operational activities.

• Ensuring proper security and protection measures at all Team facilities>< span style="font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none">4UAaccording to current risk assessments and policies and procedures.

• Providing the best possible protection for Team employees, dependent persons, assets and objects respectively to policies and procedures.

< span style="font-weight: 700; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none">Duties and responsibilities:

The SO reports to the Director of Operations, who in turn reports to the Executive Director. The SO is also expected to work closely with the Driver Coordinator, drivers and other employees. Specific duties and responsibilities of the SO include, but are not limited to :

Threat and risk assessment

• Assess threats and risks for operations in the districts and regions of Ukraine, in particular in front-line areas where programs and projects of the Team4UA organization are implemented, determine and implement appropriate measures to reduce risks.
  
  

• Assess threats and risks for operations in other regions of Ukraine or in border areas where Team4UA may have a presence, determine and implement appropriate measures to reduce risks.
  

Security Plan and Operational Security Standards

• Formulation of the security plan for Team4UA, including measures for personnel.
  
  

• Provide information and assistance in creating, maintaining and updating the security policy, Team4UA standard operating procedures and emergency action plans in accordance with the above documents.
  
  

• Managing the employee tracking system and ensuring that security clearances are submitted in accordance with policies and procedures.
  
  

• Ensure safety and security planning and monitoring of personnel traveling to front-line regions, with convoy tracking and regular communications verified.
  
  

• Ensures that Team4UA employees have the necessary safety equipment, including communication equipment, emergency vehicle equipment, and personal safety precautions that are necessary for field work.
  
  

• Providing advice on the selection and purchase of appropriate safety equipment.
  
  

• Employee training on safety guidelines, communication procedures, travel safety precautions, emergency procedures and existing movement restrictions such as curfews, restricted and hazardous areas.

Programming

• Evaluation of the impact of security factors on Team4UA projects, as well as the potential impact of programs on stability and security (both positive and negative), providing recommendations on possible needs for support and improvements.
  
  

• Providing advice and assistance to program and project managers regarding the integration of security risk management at all project stages.

Information sharing and reporting

• Providing timely and accurate security advice and information to Team4UA management (Director, Program Manager and Operations Manager).
  
  

• Immediate reporting of all security-related incidents involving Team4UA employees, dependents, resources, assets, facilities, programs and projects to Team4UA top management.
  
  

• Providing project staff with situation reports and other relevant security information as needed.
  
  

• Ensure proper professional interaction with local authorities responsible for security, law and order and urban/civilian/religious and traditional leaders.
  
  

• Conducting incident investigations upon request.
  
  

• Participation in security coordination efforts among TERA consortium partners.
  
  

• Maintaining security contacts with participants operating in the mission area - other NGOs, local security structures, CIMIC, the UN and others.
  
  

• Participate in all regular security-related meetings.

Security of the office and residential premises

• Conducting periodic security assessments of Team4UA premises and equipment; providing recommendations on security preparedness gaps with suggestions for improvements and solutions.
  
  

• Periodic review and updating existing facility security plans, safety and emergency instructions.
  
  

• Ensuring that that existing premises security plans and emergency instructions are followed.
  
  

• Ensuring compliance of premises and residential premises with safety requirements.
  

General Duties

• Readiness to travel at short notice.
  
  

• Performing other security-related tasks as directed by management.

Competencies:

Core values ​​and ethics

• Demonstrate cultural sensitivity and ability to work in a multicultural environment.
  
  

• Support the corporate goals and values ​​of the organization.
  
  

• Follow the rules, policies of Team4UA and the code of conduct.

Teamwork

• Build effective relationships with partners.

• Interact with all levels of staff and organization.

• Have excellent interpersonal skills.

Knowledge creation and sharing

• Provide guidance and support to others.

• Make valuable practical contributions to the work of the unit and office.

Communication

• Have excellent oral and written skills.

• Listen actively and respond effectively.

Task Management

• Plan, prioritize and complete a variety of tasks in a timely manner.

• Use common sense and analysis when making decisions.

• Develop creative solutions and risk management measures.

Education

• Contribute to the creation of a learning environment in the office.

• Provide constructive feedback and coaching to others.

Leadership

• Ability to plan and manage all security work at senior management level.

Required skills and experienceEducation

• Higher education or formal multi-year education in security management, such as military or police training at command and staff level

Work experience

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant security and development experience, a significant portion of which is security management experience at the middle management level.

• Previous work experience in humanitarian organizations is a big advantage.

• Previous experience of working in conflict is an advantage.

Language requirements

• Proficiency in English is mandatory (B1/B2).

Terms of use:

We offer work in a young, ambitious team that is actively developing and has a clear vision of its mission.

We offer official employment in accordance with the legislation of Ukraine, which includes all necessary social guarantees and benefits, social package including health insurance and mobile communication.

Working hours:Mon-Fri 9:00 am to 6:00 pm/10:00 am to 7:00 pm We value work balance and personal life and provide a stable work schedule.

Our organization provides opportunities for career and professional growth.You will be able to develop your skills and reach new professional heights.

The position involves being based in Kyiv/Dniprowith a hybrid work schedule:partially in the office, partly remotely. Possible business trips.

Contract: until August 29, 2025 (in connection with the end of the project) with the possibility of extension if there are new ones.

Diversity, Equality and Inclusion
Achieving our mission begins with team building and the principles of our collaboration. We strive to enrich the organization by bringing together people from different backgrounds, beliefs, experiences and ways of thinking. This approach allows us to better use the collective power of our teams to solve of the most difficult challenges that Ukraine faces recognize that diversity and inclusion is an ongoing process, so we are committed to learning, listening and changing to become more diverse, fair and inclusive than ever before.

Equal employment opportunities
Team4UA is an employer that provides equal opportunities for all and does not allow discrimination on any basis We actively seek candidates with different experiences, perspectives and skills to become stronger as an organization and have a sustainable global impact We guarantee an atmosphere of respect and psychological safety, where all employees have equal opportunities We categorically do not accept discrimination based on race, skin color, gender identity, gender expression, religious beliefs, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability (including HIV/AIDS status), marital status, the status of a military veteran or any other characteristic protected by law.

Safety and Ethics
Team4UA is committed to ensuring that everyone we interact with in their work, be it team members, community representatives,program participants or other persons, were treated with respect and dignity. We adhere to the core principles of preventing sexual exploitation and abuse and do not tolerate any form of child abuse, sexual exploitation, harassment or abuse among our team members.

In order to create a safe and inclusive work environment, all employees are obliged to observe professional behavior, respect the laws of Ukraine and adhere to the Code of Conduct, policies and values ​​of Team4UA. All new employees must complete a mandatory training course on the basics of protection through the AGORA platform. We expect each employee to contribute to accountability to program participants, community partners, other stakeholders, and international humanitarian and development standards.