Recruitment NGOs SOS Children's Villages Cameroon - November 2026

Education / Qualifications

General information about the position Position: Security Officer / Security Officer

Location

Location Maroua, Far North Region, Cameroon Project: Emergency project of Maroua (funded with support from SOS-Kinderd)öRfer Weltweit Hierarchical supervision: Humanitarian Action Coordinator Technical Supervisor: Global Senior Advisor on Safety and Security

Job overview

• 1. Context of the organization and project Presence in Cameroon: SOS Children's Villages in Cameroon (SOS VECam) has been active in the country since 1998, traditionally intervening in the Littoral and Central regions through programmes of family strengthening, alternative care and support to youth autonomy. Emergency action: As part of its strategy to respond to natural and man-made crises, SOS VECam has conducted an emergency response pilot phase in the departments of Mayo-Sava and Mayo-Tsanaga with financial support from SOS-KinderdöRfer Weltweit (CVW). Phase 2: The current phase 2 aims to consolidate the achievements in integrated child protection, inclusive education and vocational training. The position to be filled guarantees the continuation of these activities in a complex and evolving environment.
• 2. Hierarchical relationship and labour relations Operational Positioning: The position is based at Maroua, in the Far North region. Management line: Hierarchical supervision under the direct authority of the Humanitarian Coordinator. Technical supervision: Technical supervision by the Global Senior Advisor on Safety and Security. Internal interfaces: Ongoing collaboration with the National Directorate, Safety & Security Advisor, Emergency Advisor, Project Managers, Field/Program Teams, MEAL/SERA, Logistics/Supply Chain and HR departments. External interfaces: Coordination with local and security authorities, beneficiary communities, implementing partners, as well as inter-NGO and UN coordination platforms such as INSO and UNDSS.

Responsibilities

• 3. Detailed responsibilities by field Context analysis and safety risk management: Continuously monitors the security, political and humanitarian dimensions of the operational environment. Proactively identify threats to personnel, assets, beneficiaries and activities.

Main duties

Drafting and updating of security risk assessments (SRA) prior to new missions and activities. Design, update and release of standard procedures (SOPs) and base security plans. Direct recommendations for the coordination and dissemination of rapid security alerts. Management and facilitation of humanitarian access: Ongoing assessment of barriers and opportunities for access to target populations. Mapping influential local actors and community dynamics. Accompanying access negotiation processes and strengthening local acceptance. Strict observance of the humanitarian principles of humanity, neutrality, impartiality and independence. Programme support and travel security: Systematic integration of preventive measures from the planning stage. Validation, real-time monitoring and supervision of movements and field missions. Technical support for local partners on their security systems. Crisis management, incidents and emergency preparedness: Receipt, documentation, archiving and notification of incidents according to the alert chain. Post-incident analysis and definition of immediate corrective actions. Development and maintenance of contingency, evacuation, relocation or hibernation plans. Reporting, information management and training: Rigorous and confidential handling of sensitive data. Production of periodic reports and contextual summary notes. Animation of welcome and security briefings for newcomers, consultants and visitors. Organization of capacity-building workshops to build a shared safety culture within the teams.

Candidate profile

• 4. Profile of Requirements and Required Skills Level of study: Minimum university degree Bac+3 in security, risk management, international relations, social sciences, political science or humanitarian project management.

Experience

Experience: At least 3 years of professional practice in security management or humanitarian operations, preferably as an international NGO. Contextual skills: Field experience in Cameroon, particularly in the Far North, is a significant asset. Certifications: appreciated technical certificates (HEAT, HEIST, SRM security risk management, humanitarian access negotiation). Languages: French: total mastery essential to writing and speaking. English: professional level desirable. Local languages: Knowledge of Fulfulde or local Arabic is an undeniable operational asset.

Required skills

Behavioural skills: Ability to analyze, autonomy, discernment, responsiveness under stress, integrity and strict respect for confidentiality.

• 5. Institutional commitments and safeguarding Child protection and PSEAH: Zero tolerance for exploitation, sexual abuse (PSEAH) and abuse. The holder must sign and enforce the safeguard charter, the internal code of conduct and the principle of non-harm (Do No Harm). Inclusion Policy: Female applications are expressly encouraged.
• 6. Practical arrangements for the submission of applications Transmission channel: Electronically to
     Title of the item: Security Officer – Maroua Content of the application file: Complete and updated curriculum vitae Targeted cover letter Certified copies of required diplomas Certificates or attestations of work attesting to previous experiences Deadline for receipt: November 6, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. DOWNLOAD THE PDF

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