Job profile

 Under the direct supervision and guidance of the Head of Security, the Security Assistant will be responsible for the application of security procedures, policies and guidelines and supervises all Security Guards in Kabul.

The incumbent is responsible for ensuring that the environment is safe for everyone involved with the Afghanaid. This includes ensuring the safety, security, and protection of staff and property/assets against any malicious, criminal, or terrorist attacks. The goal is to minimize or eliminate property damage, theft, or violence, and to ensure that security is consistently maintained and controlled in accordance with Afghanaid's Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Responsibilities:

·         Supervise and support the work of security guards and ensure effective performance and adherence to security standards.

·         Arrange regular meetings with guards regarding their tasks.

·         Provide security briefings for new national hires to ensure that they are well-informed about organization security protocols, procedures, and measures.

·         To monitor the security equipment such as alarms, surveillance cameras, and motion detectors to ensure they are functioning properly.

·         Regularly conduct Fire, Earthquake, and Complex attack drills in all Afghanaid premises.

·         Overseeing the inventory of safe room supplies and ensuring they are replenished as required.

·         Ensure that staff is consistently tracked throughout their road travel between Kabul and provincial capitals.

·         Coordinate with local authorities, UN agencies, INGOs to improve security information for Afghanaid staff and operations.

·         To manage door access control systems and ensure proper identification and screening of all visitors and vehicles entering Afghanaid premises in Kabul.

·         Ensure prompt follow-up on security incidents in Kabul and effectively communicate the details to all Head Office staff via Email, and direct calls, in the role of a warden.

·         To prepare guard's timesheets, shifts, working hours and submit them to HR.

·         Assist the Head of Security in organizing and conducting security training sessions.

·         Perform any other related tasks assigned by the line manager.