Security and Logistics Officer, NTPMP @The Integration Group of Americas Inc. (TIGA)
Job Description
Security and Logistics Officer
Management Systems International (MSI), a Tetra Tech Company
Maiduguri, Nigeria (with travel throughout Northeast Nigeria)
Note: Only Nigerian citizens are eligible for this position.
About MSI:
MSI, a Tetra Tech Company, is a Washington, D.C.-based management consultancy with 40 years of experience. We specialize in monitoring and evaluation, democracy and governance, peace and stability, rule of law, education, gender and inclusion, strategic communications, and leadership development. We work with diverse clients, including USAID, other U.S. government agencies, bilateral and multilateral donors, and NGOs, in 90 countries globally.
About the Project:
The Nigeria Third Party Monitoring Project (NTPMP) provides independent, verifiable data on USAID/BHA-funded humanitarian assistance activities in Nigeria. Due to security constraints, third-party monitoring (TPM) is crucial for USAID/BHA oversight and accountability. NTPMP information is used to identify issues related to aid delivery, potential diversion, and accountability, enabling real-time programmatic adjustments and informing future program decisions. (Information about this project is not readily available on the MSI website.)
About the Role:
The Security and Logistics Officer supports facility, vehicle, and personnel security and safety for the NTPMP Maiduguri office and field activities. This full-time position is based in Maiduguri and requires regular travel throughout Northeast Nigeria. The Officer reports to the Security Manager with Navanti and handles logistics tasks.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure compliance with MSI and Tetra Tech Duty of Care Standards, Security Policies, and project-specific security guidance.
- Assess regional communications needs and ensure appropriate technology availability.
- Orient staff on emergency communication procedures and technology, test the system regularly, and maintain an updated contact list.
- Develop and maintain liaison with police, government agencies, local authorities, and other stakeholders.
- Establish a methodology for monitoring, assessing, and reporting security information.
- Process security clearances for travel and accommodation.
- Track staff movements in coordination with the Field Coordinator.
- Develop and disseminate regular Security Situation briefs.
- Conduct security surveys of project offices and lodging facilities.
- Prepare and maintain security training materials and ensure staff receive appropriate orientations.
- Collaborate with project staff to identify and assess activity locations.
- Conduct reconnaissance, route analysis, and threat assessments for travel.
- Maintain the “Safety Decision Support Matrix.”
- Develop, test, train on, and promulgate various safety plans (Facility Intrusion, Infectious Disease, Kidnap, Personal Security, Medical Evacuation, Basic Life Saving).
- Supervise security guards and drivers.
- Conduct regular safety and security training.
- Work with the project’s security provider.
- Maintain a working relationship with the USAID PLSO.
- Develop new safety and security SOPs as needed.
- Conduct Field Deployment checks.
- Oversee logistics and security for field teams (transportation, procurement, accommodation).
- Track security conditions and communicate with field teams.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in security management or a similar field.
- Minimum five years of relevant experience working in a related role for international projects in Nigeria.
- Experience in risk assessment, crisis management, information gathering and analysis, and training.
- Experience working with an International NGO and/or USAID implementing partner in Northeast Nigeria.
- Strong understanding of security issues in Northeast Nigeria.
- Familiarity with UNHAS requirements and protocols.
- Ability to collaborate with subcontractors and staff.
- Ability to travel in Northeast Nigeria.
- Fluency in English.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
MSI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Americans with Disabilities/Veterans Employer. We do not discriminate based on any protected attribute. Reasonable accommodations are provided.
To Apply:
Only selected candidates will be contacted. No phone calls, please. Visit Tetra Tech’s Disability Assistance Page for accommodation requests.
