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Regional Safety & Security Director at International Rescue Committee
International Rescue Committee
Nairobi 🇰🇪 Kenya
Posted about 3 hours ago (25 Oct 2026) Updated about 3 hours ago
Job Description
The Regional Safety & Security Director oversees safety and security operations across East Africa for the International Rescue Committee, developing policies and managing risk in humanitarian contexts. The role includes leading security teams, conducting risk assessments, and coordinating emergency response plans. Candidates must have deep expertise in security management within complex environments.
Qualifications & Requirements
- • Bachelor’s Degree in security studies, international relations, or related field
- • At least 8 years experience in safety and security management, preferably in humanitarian settings
- • Strong knowledge of risk assessment methodologies and crisis response
- • Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills
- • Ability to work in high‑pressure, multicultural environments
Required Skills
Responsibilities
- • Develop and implement regional safety and security policies and procedures
- • Conduct risk assessments and threat analyses for program sites
- • Lead and supervise security personnel and local partners
- • Coordinate emergency response and crisis management activities
- • Provide security training and guidance to staff and partners