Security Officer

ABOUT US

Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty. This means that we tackle the inequality that keeps people poor. Together we save, protect and rebuild lives. When disaster strikes, we help people build better lives for themselves and for others. We take on issues like land rights, climate change and discrimination against women. And we won’t stop until every person on the planet can enjoy life free from poverty.

We are an international confederation of 22 organizations (affiliates) plus the Oxfam International Secretariat, all working together with partners and local communities in the areas of humanitarian, development and campaigning, in more than 77 countries. All our work is led by our core values: Empowerment, Accountability, Inclusiveness, Courage, Solidarity and Equality.

Oxfam Novib “Nigeria” is looking for SECURITY OFFICER

Duty station: “Birnin Kebbi, Kebbi State”

Type of appointment: “Fixed-term Contract”

Contract duration: “12 months” (With Possibility of renewal depending on budget and performance)

Work schedule: “Full-time” (40 hours per week)

Reports to: “Consortium Project Manager”

Salary & Scale: “Grade Level D1 – Annual Gross Salary (N8,016,695.00)

Start date: “January 1, 2026”

Deadline for applications: “December 15, 2025”

Status: National Position

Preference: Candidates residing in Kebbi State are strongly encouraged to apply.

CONTEXT

To provide strategic and operational support to the EU-SUSI Project team in Kebbi State through proactive security risk management, incident reporting, staff safety awareness, and coordination with key stakeholders. The team will foster a secure environment that enables programme delivery in compliance with Oxfam’s Safety and Security Policies.

OBJECTIVE OF THE POSITION

The Security Officer will support day-to-day security management for the EU-SUSI Project in Kebbi State by conducting security assessments, monitoring field movements, coordinating with local authorities and INGOs, and ensuring adherence to Oxfam’s security procedures. The postholder will oversee local guard operations, document and report security incidents, support crisis management preparations, and strengthen staff capacity on safety protocols.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Security Risk Management

• Undertake regular Security Risk Assessments for all EU-SUSI project locations in Kebbi State and update risk profiles.
• Monitor daily security conditions, incidents, and trends; provide timely advisories to staff and visitors.
• Ensure strict compliance with Oxfam’s Security Management Plan (SMP), Safety and Security Policy, and operating procedures.
• Assess and recommend updates to security guidelines, evacuation plans, SOPs, and contingency arrangements.

Staff Safety, Training & Capacity Building

• Deliver security briefings and onboarding sessions for Oxfam staff, consultants, and visitors to Kebbi State.
• Develop and conduct training exercises, including fire drills, simulation exercises, and emergency preparedness drills.
• Promote safety awareness and ensure security principles are integrated into programme planning and implementation.
• Support the National Security Coordinator in implementing staff safety initiatives and compliance measures.

Incident Reporting, Documentation & Coordination

• Record, document, and report all security incidents in line with Oxfam reporting procedures.
• Provide weekly written security situation reports to the Country Office and verbal updates during coordination meetings.
• Serve as the focal person for external liaison with security agencies, community leaders, INGOs, UN bodies, and other relevant actors.
• Assist the Crisis Management Team (CMT) in planning for emergencies and implementing contingency plans.

Field Missions & Movement Tracking

• Ensure safe planning and monitoring of all field missions across project LGAs.
• Maintain an effective communication and movement-tracking system for staff in transit.
• Ensure project vehicles and motorcycles are used according to Oxfam safety protocols and are part of the security management plan.

 Physical Site Security & Guard Management

• Oversee security arrangements and physical safety measures at all project offices, guesthouses, and warehouse facilities.
• Manage guard deployment schedules, contract compliance, daily supervision, and performance monitoring of contracted security personnel.
• Ensure guards adhere to ethical conduct, reporting obligations, and visitor access protocols.

Administrative and Other Support

• Maintain updated security files, maps, contact lists, incident logs, and risk assessment documentation.
• Provide technical advice to the Consortium Project Manager and Security Coordinator on emerging risks.
• Support any other duties assigned by the line manager related to safety and security operations.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

Education/Knowledge & Experience:

Education & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Security Studies, Criminology, Peace & Conflict Studies, Political Science, International Relations, or related field.
• Professional security certification such as SSASP, NEBOSH, HEAT, or equivalent is an added advantage.

Experience & Skills

• Minimum of 3–5 years of professional security management experience, preferably with INGOs, humanitarian organizations, or development agencies.
• Demonstrated experience conducting security assessments, incident reporting, risk analysis, and guard supervision.
• Experience establishing relationships with security agencies, community leaders, military, police, and INGO security networks.
• Proven ability to work in volatile or complex environments.
• Strong situational awareness and analytical ability.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to train staff and conduct simulations.
• Strong ethical judgment, discretion, and confidentiality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse teams and under pressure.

Desirable: 

• Knowledge of Kebbi State cultural context, security actors, and operating environment.
• Experience supporting donor funded projects or multi-partner consortia.
• First Aid certification or emergency response training.
• Experience working with community-based structures.
• Ability to produce high-quality security reports and visual briefings.

Competency

• Influencing: To engage with diverse stakeholders in a way that leads to increased impact for the organization. To spot opportunities to influence effectively and where there are no opportunities, to have the ability to create them in a respectful and impactful manner.

• Self-Awareness: To develop a high degree of self-awareness around your own strengths and weaknesses and your impact on others. Our self-awareness enables us to moderate and self-regulate our behaviors to control and channel our impulses for good purposes.

• Humility: To put ‘we’ before ‘me’ and place an emphasis on the power of the collective, nurture the team and play to the strengths of everyone. we are not concerned with hierarchical power, and we engage with, trust and value the knowledge and expertise of others across all levels of the organization.

WORKING AT OXFAM IN NIGERIA

• All our work is guided by our core values: Empowerment, Accountability, Inclusiveness, Courage, Solidarity and Equality.
• At Oxfam in Nigeria, we work according to the Feminist Principles - Oxfam Policy & Practice.
• Oxfam in Nigeria is based on the power of difference. That is why we aim to attract a diverse mix of talented people who share our standards, values and principles, and who are committed to prevent and eliminate any type of misconduct.
• We have an active policy against sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, any form of abuse of power or lack of integrity and financial misconduct. This subject will be covered in our application and selection process.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Do you believe that this is the job you are looking for? Then we would love to meet you! Please send your resume and cover letter.

• Only applications received before the closing date “December 15, 2025” and submitted via our application portal will be considered.

• Oxfam in Nigeria is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.

• At the time of a contract offer, it is necessary for Oxfam in Nigeria to request valid references. Our candidates will be subject to appropriate screening checks, including criminal records and terrorism, financial checks or integrity screenings/references.

• This job opening is posted internally and externally, simultaneously. Internal candidates are given preference if they are sufficiently qualified or can be obtained in short term. We believe it’s important in our organization that our employees are offered maximum opportunities for growth in new themes and competencies. Priority for internal candidates supports this.

• Oxfam in Nigeria reserves the right, to its sole discretion, not to make agreements regarding this job opening, make an agreement in a lower level, or make an agreement with an amended job description.

• Only applicants shortlisted for the post will be contacted.