Re-advertised: Safety & Security Officer – Katsina State [Funtua Zone]

ABOUT NEW INCENTIVES – ALL BABIES ARE EQUAL INITIATIVE

New Incentives is an evidence-based nonprofit organisation that provides small cash incentives to caregivers in northern Nigeria to increase childhood vaccination rates and reduce infant mortality. Its work is guided by accountability, integrity and cost-effective programme delivery.

JOB DETAILS

• Position: Re-advertised Safety & Security Officer
• Duty station: Funtua Zone, Katsina State
• Employment type: Full-time
• Application deadline: 21 September 2026
• Application review: Rolling basis; a decision may be made and the vacancy closed before the deadline.
• Location requirement: The successful candidate must reside or be willing to relocate to an LGA within Funtua Zone.

ROLE PURPOSE

The Safety & Security Officer will monitor and manage security risks affecting programme delivery. The post holder will gather and verify security information, assess clinics and operational facilities, monitor compliance with procedures, document incidents and provide timely recommendations that help staff operate safely.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Staff Communication and Clinic Monitoring

• Communicate regularly with Field Managers and Field Officers.
• Contact high- and medium-risk clinics for security updates, prioritising Funtua Zone facilities.
• Confirm that Field Officers receive and understand security advisories.
• Document special reports from staff and escalate relevant information to the Security Manager.
• Verify security incidents reported by staff and obtain further details when necessary.

Stakeholder Communication

• Maintain direct contact with security networks, community gatekeepers and other relevant stakeholders.
• Use clinic schedules to obtain updates from stakeholders before clinic days.
• Record information indicating heightened risk and alert the Security Manager promptly.
• Help determine whether planned staff visits can proceed safely.

Incident Review and Reporting

• Review reported low-risk security incidents and contact affected staff for clarification.
• Provide practical recommendations and assign follow-up actions to relevant Field Managers.
• Draft security reports and monitor whether assigned actions have been completed.
• Take initial incident-management steps and immediately escalate critical incidents.
• Perform delegated duties during critical incidents under the Security Manager’s direction.

Security Assessments and Training

• Support assessments of operational clinics and LGAs through field visits and information checks.
• Assess hotels, training venues and car-hire vendors used for programme activities.
• Accompany Field Officers to clinics to observe compliance and identify training gaps.
• Support decisions on security training and help deliver approved training.
• Assist with security arrangements for expatriate visits to Nigeria.
• Undertake frequent assessment missions, including assignments made at short notice.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• BSc or equivalent qualification in a Social Sciences discipline.
• At least two years of experience in a similar security role with an NGO.
• Former military or paramilitary experience is preferred but not mandatory.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct security assessments and contextual analysis.
• Strong oral and written communication and report-writing skills.
• Excellent English and Hausa; knowledge of relevant local dialects is an advantage.
• Strong organisation, time management, prioritisation and attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing humanitarian and operational conditions.
• Sound cultural awareness and ability to work in a multicultural and multiethnic environment.
• Strong responsiveness to email and telephone requests.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, internet browsers, smartphones and general ICT.
• Experience with Google Docs, Google Sheets or AppSheet is an advantage.
• Commitment to the organisation’s mission of reducing infant mortality.

RECRUITMENT NOTICE

New Incentives does not charge applicants any fee at any stage of recruitment. Applicants should ignore and report fraudulent requests for payment.

HOW TO APPLY

Complete the official New Incentives application form. Apply early because applications are reviewed continuously and the position may be filled before 21 September 2026.