Senior Field Security Officer (M/F)

• Senior Field Security Officer (M/F)
  
  • International Organization

About Our Client

Our client is an international organisation based in Geneva, operating in complex and high-risk environments worldwide.

As part of its commitment to strengthening staff safety, duty of care and operational risk management, the organisation is seeking a Senior Field Security Officer to lead and structure its global security framework.

Job Description

Reporting to a senior leader within the administration and operations function, you will be responsible for defining, implementing and overseeing field security strategies and frameworks ensuring the safety of staff deployed internationally.

This is a highly strategic and operational role requiring strong crisis management, risk analysis and stakeholder engagement capabilities in an international and multicultural environment.Security Strategy & Framework

• Design and implement a global field security and safety strategy, policies and procedures
• Ensure alignment with duty of care obligations and international best practices
• Strengthen and continuously improve security frameworks across operations

Risk Management & Crisis Response

• Provide high-level risk analysis on country and regional security situations
• Lead and coordinate crisis and emergency responses
• Advise senior leadership on security risks, preparedness and mitigation measures

Operational Security Oversight

• Monitor compliance with security policies and ensure consistent implementation
• Support and oversee security-related planning and resource allocation
• Conduct field missions and assess security conditions in complex environments

Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with international organisations, partners and security networks
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership and internal stakeholders
• Coordinate with internal teams on travel risk and staff safety measures

Training & Awareness

• Design and deliver security trainings and briefings for staff
• Develop tailored materials for different audiences and risk levels
• Promote a strong organisational culture around safety and risk awareness

The Successful Applicant

• Extensive experience in security management within international and/or high-risk environments
• Background in international organisations, development sector, military or law enforcement
• Proven expertise in risk analysis, crisis management and security frameworks
• Strong experience engaging with senior leadership and advising on strategic decisions
• Experience operating in complex, multicultural and matrix organisations
• Excellent analytical, decision-making and communication skills
• Ability to operate under pressure and in sensitive environments
• Fluent English and French required

What's on Offer

• Strategic leadership role within a globally recognised organisation
• High exposure to senior stakeholders and international operations
• Opportunity to shape and lead global security and risk frameworks
• Geneva-based position

Quote job ref

JN-062026-7036849

Job Function

Consultancy, Strategy & Change

Specialisation

Corporate

Industry

Not For Profit

Location

Geneva

Contract Type

Interim

Job Reference

JN-062026-7036849