Security and Liaison Assistant

About the role

The Security and Liaison Assistant supports the Security Officer in ensuring a safe working environment and acts as a key point of contact with local authorities, NGOs, and other partners. This role combines physical security management with visa and administrative liaison duties, contributing to both staff safety and smooth operations for international personnel.

Key responsibilities

• Support implementation of physical security measures, including access control, CCTV surveillance, and alarm systems.
• Ensure timely sharing of security information with all staff and undertake additional security tasks as assigned.
• Establish and maintain relationships with local authorities, ministries, UN agencies, NGOs, and other stakeholders.
• Coordinate security‑related activities with external partners and serve as a focal point for information sharing.
• Integrate security considerations into program planning and implementation.
• Participate in emergency preparedness, drills, and crisis response, liaising with relevant authorities.
• Maintain accurate security records, incident reports, and documentation.
• Process visa applications, renewals, extensions, and immigration requirements for international staff, ensuring compliance with national regulations.
• Liaise with immigration offices and ministries to secure timely issuance of visas and residence permits.
• Track visa statuses and manage renewal timelines.

Required profile

• Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills for interaction with authorities, partners, and internal teams.
• Ability to work under pressure and respond quickly to security incidents.
• Familiarity with humanitarian or NGO environments is advantageous.

Required skills

• Access control systems
• CCTV surveillance
• Alarm systems