Consultant, Lead, Security Operations

About this role

A Lead Security Operations Consultant at Mastercard Foundation in Lagos focuses on implementing security policies to safeguard personnel, assets and reputation across different environments. The role supports development and execution of Health, Safety, Security and Facilities policies and oversees security risk management for all operations. It includes leading incident and crisis response, managing travel security, and ensuring physical premises meet security standards. The position involves building staff security capacity, coordinating with public and private security networks, and producing risk reports for leadership. The role requires extensive security management experience and the ability to travel and operate in high-risk settings within Africa.

What you would do

• Identify security risks across operations and design mitigation measures.
• Oversee maintenance of community relations to minimise adverse impacts; monitor developing issues.
• Keep country leadership updated on security risks.
• Lead incident and crisis management, including evacuations and medical emergencies.
• Ensure journey management for travel to high-risk areas.
• Oversee security for Foundation events, partner visits and field operations.
• Ensure premises comply with Minimum Physical Security Standards.
• Provide staff inductions and refresher training on security protocols.
• Conduct emergency simulations and tests.
• Coordinate with public and private security networks and maintain stakeholder liaison.

What they are asking for

• Bachelor's degree in Security Management, Risk Management or related field (or relevant experience).
• 10 years of security management experience, with at least 3 years in country or neighbouring countries.
• Deep knowledge of security risks and mitigation in the African context.
• Understanding of urban crime, terrorism, political unrest and field risks in the country.
• Proven crisis management, security planning and training experience.
• Ability to travel frequently and respond flexibly to emergencies.
• Experience in developing and deploying security processes.
• Experience in building and managing high-performing teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong decision-making, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills; ability to communicate across cultures.

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