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Position Title:
SECURITY MANAGER/WARM BASE
Position Number:
055
Project Worksite:
Central Office/AMD (1 position)
Deadline for submission: Friday, October 13, 2023, at 5:00pm Liberia Time
About PREVAIL:
PREVAIL, or the Partnership for Research on Vaccines and Infectious Diseases in Liberia, is a clinical research partnership between the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the Liberian Ministry of Health.
Summary of Position:
The Security Manager will provide security oversight of all PREVAIL Network Site Locations. S/he will serve as lead to Security team as they plan, develop, direct, and coordinate effective security and safety programs designed to identify and mitigate risk to employees, leadership, visitors, and project property at multiple operating locations. S/he will serve as the primary advisor to Site personnel regarding security matters.
Description of Responsibilities:
 Manages, and coordinates security programs to address a variety of issues including privacy, physical security, investigations, regulatory compliance, illicit trade, and ensures that programs meet appropriate regulatory guidelines
 Responsible for management of security professionals and vendors to safeguard the project’s assets, and intellectual property, as well as the physical safety of the employees and visitors.
 Assists with identifying security and related goals, objectives, and metrics consistent with corporate strategic plan. Prepares risk and threat assessment reports and recommendations to senior management. Develops and establishes security policies and procedures.
 Provides advice and counsel to management on matters relating to employee and property safety and security. Compiles, submits records and reports as required reflecting and recording departmental activities.
 Complies with all applicable laws, statutes, or standards from regulatory and accrediting agencies. Investigates risk management and public relations issues.
 Supports performance management and professional development of direct reports, including ongoing feedback, coaching, and career support.
 Manages unit goals and activities in conjunction with sound security and management concepts.
 Stays abreast of social, cultural, legal and criminal issues, nationally and internationally, and their impact on the organization and its business.
 All other duties as assigned.
Skills:
 Strong knowledge of current and emerging security practices, document control, and physical security.
 Ability to develop, administer and evaluate security training.
 Ability to plan, coordinate and direct the work of others in discharging the protective services mission. Partnership for Research on Vaccines and Infectious Diseases in Liberia (PREVAIL) Liberia – U.S. Joint Clinical Research Partnership The Mitchell Group, Inc. (TMG)
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 Ability to work with external agencies including governmental and international agencies.
 Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate clearly with all departments.
 Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Management Competencies:
 Commitment to the Organization, its Mission and Values
 Cultural Sensitivity / Valuing Diversity
 Building and Managing Relationships / Encourages Collaboration
 Performance Management / Promotes Staff Accountability
 Conflict Management / Coaching and Mentoring
 Results Orientation / Commitment to Excellence
 Knowledge Sharing / Continuous Learning
Qualifications
 Education: Degree in Criminal Justice, Security Administration or another related field.
 Preferred Job-related Experience: At least five years of relevant experience. Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in managing staff.
 Additional Eligibility Qualifications: Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English.
Application Instructions:
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