Security Officer (Part-Time) - National Position

About the role

AVSI is looking for a part-time Security Officer based in Baghdad, Iraq, with missions to other AVSI offices as required. The post reports to the Country Representative and is the main focal point for safety and security and related tasks in Federal Iraq. The position starts on 1 December 2026 and runs until 31 July 2027.

Key responsibilities

• Provide technical support to the Country Area on personnel safety and security and the safe performance of activities.
• Help Country Areas prepare local safety and security management procedures and plans, and manage incidents involving AVSI personnel and resources.
• Assess risks posed by future missions in new areas, direct actions to meet safety and security standards and help choose and implement humanitarian access measures.
• Monitor equipment, procedures and training so that minimum security conditions are met, and continuously gather, prepare and report information on incidents and trends.
• Conduct regular security risk assessments of offices, project locations, field sites and staff accommodation; monitor the security environment and political, social and environmental developments.
• Prepare regular security updates and situation reports, maintain contact with security coordination platforms and represent AVSI as delegated.
• Organize security induction briefings, awareness sessions and refresher training, and give guidance on personal safety, travel security and emergency response.
• Review and monitor staff movement plans and field travel requests, assess routes and destinations, coordinate movement tracking and check-in, and monitor access control, visitor registration, lighting and fences.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in a field relevant to safety and security, or equivalent professional experience.
• 2-3 years of relevant experience in safety and security roles for INGOs.
• Very good written and spoken Arabic and English (mandatory).
• Previous experience with an NGO or international organization is an advantage.
• Experience with security risk assessments, staff security training, and knowledge of humanitarian security management principles.
• Ability to work under pressure in a multitasking position and in a multicultural environment.

Required skills

• Good communication skills.
• Computer literacy and office software such as MS Word and Excel.