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Kampala, Uganda
Full-time
ACTED Uganda is the national arm of the global humanitarian organization ACTED (Agency for Technical Cooperation and Development), dedicated to supporting vulnerable communities through emergency relief, resilience-building, and sustainable development initiatives. Operating in Uganda since 2007, ACTED has built a strong reputation for its agile, needs-based interventions and data-driven approaches that address issues such as food security, livelihoods, WASH, and refugee support. The organization is recognized for its transparency, accountability, and impactful programming, often working in hard-to-reach areas in collaboration with local stakeholders and international partners.
ACTED fosters a purpose-driven and inclusive work culture where staff are empowered through continuous learning, cross-functional exposure, and opportunities to grow in humanitarian and development sectors. With diverse roles ranging from field operations to project management and MEAL (Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning), ACTED offers both national and international job opportunities, often with flexible and field-based arrangements. Its innovative 3Zero business model—Zero Exclusion, Zero Carbon, and Zero Poverty—drives the organization's commitment to inclusive and sustainable change.
Though part of a large global network operating in over 40 countries, ACTED Uganda remains locally focused, reaching thousands across multiple regions. Guided by values of responsibility, impact, independence, and transparency, ACTED is deeply committed to social accountability and ethical humanitarianism. For more information, visit www.acted.org.
Country Security Manager – Kampala job at Acted
Acted
Acted in Uganda is committed to supporting the development of climate-sensitive livelihood activities, with a primary focus on agricultural activities throughout the Karamoja region and Northern Uganda. Acted Uganda’s actions aim to enhance resilience through climate sensing and community engagement and to support agricultural livelihoods. In 2017, Acted opened its operations in the West Nile region to meet the needs of the refugee populations in the region.
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The Country Security Manager is responsible for overseeing daily security management of all Acted premises and project sites, ensuring a permanent monitoring and assessment of the security situation in country, as well as reviewing and implementing Acted security management guidelines and protocols. He/she will also advise the Country Director and Senior Management Team on all issues of safety and security and provide appropriate security training and mentoring.
Department management
Context & Risk analysis
Develop and update Country Security Plans, SOPs and Contingency Plans
Daily Security Management
Crisis management
Adapt crisis management protocols to the local situation;
Act as a key member of the Crisis Management Team so that safety policies and procedures are implemented;
Reporting
Training and briefing
Conduct security briefing for each new international staff arriving in country;
Design security training modules for Country Director’s approval and HQ endorsement;
Develop and maintain a security network
Ensure external representation
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At least 2-3 years of working experience in insecure environments; preferably in Africa, Asia, or the Middle East;
Extensive experience in security management and procedures;
Demonstrated communication and organizational skills;
Ability to train, mobilize, and manage both international and national staff Flexibility and ability to multi-task under pressure;
Ability to work well in unstable and frequently changing security environments;
Willingness to work and live in often remote areas under basic conditions;
Proven ability to work creatively and independently both in the field and in the office;
Advanced proficiency in written and spoken English;
Knowledge of local language and/or regional experience highly desirable.
APPLICATION FOR THIS POSITION MUST BE DONE ONLINE:
Please send your application (CV and letter of motivation) by email (jobs@acted.org) or below, including the reference: CSM/UGA
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