Safety & Security Associate – Fort Portal

About the role

The Safety & Security Associate will protect personnel, assets and operations in Fort Portal by implementing security protocols, conducting risk assessments and advising leadership on threat mitigation. This position supports IJM’s mission to safeguard vulnerable communities through proactive planning and continuous improvement of security practices.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments and threat analyses to identify vulnerabilities for staff, facilities and field operations.
• Oversee implementation and compliance with security protocols, contingency plans and safety procedures across office and field locations.
• Advise staff and leadership on emerging security risks, disseminate timely communications and ensure situational awareness.
• Review incident reports, access‑control systems and safety audits to maintain a secure environment and anticipate future risks.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of security training programs and recommend improvements to build staff capacity.

Required profile

• Proven ability to assess and analyze security threats, risks and vulnerabilities in diverse operational settings.
• Experience planning and executing tactical security operations such as evacuations, incident response and access control.
• Strong communication skills to explain protocols, share threat information and engage with staff and leadership.
• Capacity to conduct security assessments and audits, ensuring compliance with organizational standards.
• Experience coordinating and training multidisciplinary teams on security awareness and operational readiness.

Required skills

• Risk assessment and threat analysis
• Incident response planning
• Access‑control system management