Вакансія: USAID SOERA seeks a Security Assistant
Deloitte is seeking candidates for the position of Security Assistant in support of USAID/UKaid SOERA. The position is office full-time and will be based in person in Kyiv, Ukraine.
Project Background and Summary:
The purpose of Ukraine SOERA is to strengthen public sector business operations and transparency, improve governance and oversight, advance privatization of selected SOEs, and develop a strategic management model for enterprises remaining in state ownership. Smart SOE reform and targeted privatization in Ukraine will increase private sector participation, stimulate broad-based economic growth, and reduce corruption. During the war and Ukraine’s recovery, SOERA is prioritizing support to maintain critical public services to citizens, support relocation and resilience of public infrastructure and facilities, enhance strategic communications to the public and external stakeholders, and help plan and execute effective, efficient, and accountable reconstruction.
Objective:
The Security Assistant supports the implementation of comprehensive safety and security measures that ensure the protection of personnel, assets, and operations. This includes proactively monitoring and analyzing the security environment, coordinating emergency preparedness efforts, and facilitating the effective communication of security information. The Security Assistant contributes to the safe execution of project activities, ensuring compliance with organizational and USAID security standards while fostering a culture of vigilance and preparedness. The Security Assistant reports directly to the Security Operations Manager and will work with support from the SOERA Field-Office operations team.
Responsibilities:
- Collect information using various reliable sources and cross check any unconfirmed information via Telegram groups, internet sources, applications, any other influent groups.
- Identify and analyze all sources of information (political, military, humanitarian, etc.) allowing a better analysis of the security situation.
- Stay alert and vigilant. This includes actively monitoring, staying aware of any potential risk, and promptly alerting the Focal security point to any signs of potential security risk.
- Share relevant security information with security focal point and WhatsApp group dedicated.
- In case of an increase of the threat, inform/call the security focal point and support the security focal point in the security decision.
- Work with the Journey Management Plan in case of field visits.
- Ensure that safety equipment, such as fire extinguishers and first-aid kits, is accessible and operational.
- Assist in fire drills and other emergency preparedness exercises.
- Respond to emergency situations like accidents, fire alarms, others.
- Assist with all required security documents on both DCOP LLC Projects.
- Daily updating the document of shelling in Kyiv.
- Assist with the headcount in case of any emergency.
- Perform related administrative tasks for the office.
- Others safety and security tasks from the Security Operations Manager.
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree (or higher)
- At least 1 year of experience in security or operations management role; previous experience as a security focal point for an international development project strongly preferred;
- Fluency in Ukraine and working proficiency in English required;
- Ability to work in an organized manner, meet deadlines and work both individually and in a team; and
- Problem-solving attitude and the ability to work under pressure.
- Proficient in office management software (e.g., MS Office Suite) and database;
- Excellent computer skills (MS Office: Word, Excel, Power Point), Internet
- Extensive knowledge about the security conditions in Kyiv and contacts within the local police, military or government agencies highly valued;
- Track record of building collaborative relationships with colleagues and partners alike with a reputation for being “solutions-oriented”;
Benefits Package:
- 24 calendar days of Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 13 public holidays per year
- Medical Insurance for SOERA staff and dependents
- Potential for regional and international travel with expenses compensated at USG rates
Candidates are requested to send a CV in English, cover letter and 2-3 professional references to [email protected] no later than December 20, 2024. Please indicate the following in the subject field of the email: “SOERA Security Assistant – Application”. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview.
