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Security Manager (National applications only)
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Ukraine

Security Manager (National applications only)

Organization

  • INTERSOS

Posted 10 Dec 2025 Closing date 24 Dec 2025

INTERSOS Ukraine is a subdivision of the international humanitarian organization INTERSOS (Italy).

We provide support to victims of emergencies, armed conflicts and natural disasters with particular attention to the most vulnerable categories: children, women, elderly people, displaces persons, who were forced to flee their homes and moved to safer places and also to those who cannot leave the dangerous regions and are under constant threat.

INTERSOS teams are present in Odesa, Kyiv, Dnipro, Kharkiv, Mykolayiv, Kherson and now expand their activities in Sumy.

INTERSOS Ukraine provides economic, humanitarian and medical aid, psychological support, organizes educational activities, gives medicines and equipment to the hospitals, provides shelter and ensures basic human needs. During one year of our work in Ukraine we provided support to more than 100 000 people. 75 000 of them received aid in the sphere of protection, prevention and emergency care. 3 000 medical consultations were carried out in remote regions, which are not covered by the official heath care system. 49 medical institutions received medicines, medical devices and equipment.

We are opening a vacancy for the position of Security Manager South in Kherson or Mykolaiv.

Duration of contract: until 31/05/2026 with possibility of extension.

Main purpose

Support the risk management, primarily in Kherson, Mykolaiv cities and Kherson/Mykolaiv Oblasts, with an expectation of assisting in all the INTERSOS South security areas (Odesa, Mykolaiv, Kherson). This will include but is not limited to supporting project staff in field safety and security issues and ensuring respect for various security SOPs, undertaking field security assessments. Ensuring an adequate level of situation awareness to support and perform risk analysis of the local security situation. Ensuring that Safety and Security equipment is available; ensuring support in establishment of risk treatment measures and that access issues are followed up.

Reporting to: Field Coordinator

Tasks

  • In close cooperation with the Field Coordinator, conduct security risk assessments in new areas/routes, and advise them on security measures to be implemented.
  • Establish and maintain an active information network with other NGOs, INSO, UN OCHA CIMIC meetings, formal and informal community leaders, in the area to obtain credible and relevant safety information.
  • Coordinate and liaise with police, security forces and relevant authorities to effectively communicate INTERSOS operations and to ensure access requirements are met.
  • Support the Field Coordinator in the establishment of security plans and procedures in the areas of operations, providing inputs on existing documents, updating information on tools and identifying procedures to revise and suggest new ones.
  • Support the sharing of information about the security tools in place and different measures in coordination with the Field Coordinator.
  • Conduct induction sessions for field staff whenever necessary.
  • Report to the line manager the progress of on-going procedures and alert in case of staff not abiding by security SOPs or guidelines, if impacting on the safety and security of the operations.
  • Identify the applied safety and security needs and coordinate with logistics for their establishment.
  • Daily check on security and safety road conditions and inform the Field Coordinator
  • Track the staff’s movements.
  • Regularly collect data on security incidents. Provide assistance in the management and follow up of incidents affecting INTERSOS project staff and offices, sharing reliable reporting with the line manager.
  • Provide Field Safety, Security training when needed for drivers and staff (alert system, tracking, access control, etc.).
  • Guarantee the proper set-up of safety equipment and measures in place in vehicles and premises, assisting in contingency planning preparations.
  • Perform other security-related tasks assigned by the Field Coordinator.

Requirements

  • 2 years of working experience in NGO security or related fields.
  • Experience of humanitarian Operations and humanitarian access in Ukraine.
  • Ukrainian language skills, additional English language skills preferred.
  • Good understanding of humanitarian safety practices and principles and their application.
  • Teamwork and communication skills.
  • Networking skills.
  • Ability to work independently and in collaboration with remote technical supervision.
  • Previous military and law enforcement experience is beneficial but not required.
  • Must be based in Kherson or Mykolaiv and have a willingness for frequent travel to field locations in Kherson and Mykolaiv regions.

Our Benefits

  • Official employment according to the Labour Code of Ukraine.
  • Medical insurance and life insurance.
  • Working hours: 09.00−18.00.
  • Provision of equipment for work (laptop, telephone, compensation for mobile communication costs).
  • Opportunity to study and develop in the humanitarian sphere.
  • Opportunity to get an experience of working for international organisation.
  • Work with the team of colleagues to achieve great goals.

All INTERSOS employees are expected to perform their roles and responsibilities according to the INTERSOS charter of values, code of ethics, PSEA and Child Protection policies. The job description is mandatory for all positions within INTERSOS and shall be signed by the employee within the first week of employment.

INTERSOS is committed to building a diverse workforce by promoting diversity in the Organization, which will bring wealth and represent the organization in its differences; candidates must be treated equally when it comes to the selection process, criteria and inclusion.

How to apply

To apply, please complete the application form at the following link, where you will be asked to upload your CV in English: INTERSOS Application

Job details

Country

  • Ukraine

Source

  • INTERSOS

Type

  • Job

Career category

  • Program/Project Management

Years of experience

  • 3-4 years

Theme

  • Safety and Security

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