Security Advisor

The Security Advisor role provides support to HRDs and HROs at risk in the Asia Pacific region (and occasionally at an international level), with a focus on personal, physical and organisational security and safety measures. The Security advisor provides support in different formats to suit HRDs/HROs needs, from one-on-one consultations, workshops, supporting in their offices, community meetings, online consultations, review of protection plans, or other formats as requested.

The role also involves assisting to strengthen Front Line Defenders’ internal security systems, policies and procedures.

The Security Advisor will also be part of the Asia regional team, and contribute to the collaborative strategy planning, and the implementation of the main action plan for the region as it relates to their role.

Essential Knowledge:
• Theoretical and practical knowledge of holistic security for HRDs, as well as the theoretical and practical knowledge of security management principles for individuals and organisations.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral in English and another language from Asia Pacific region.
• Excellent knowledge of the Asia Pacific region, including familiarity with the human rights situation and environment in which human rights defenders operate.
• Strong knowledge of best practices for culturally appropriate mentorship methods, incorporating language, gender, access, diversity, equity and inclusion, context and cultural sensitivities.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships of trust with human rights defenders.
• Self drive, initiative and capacity to pro actively support HRDs.
• An understanding and commitment to international human rights standards.
• Proficient project management skills to meet internal and external targets and deadlines.
• Good computer literacy, basic digital security skills, and ability to write and maintain reports and data in a Database.

Desirable:
• Completion of relevant security related courses
• Knowledge of digital protection issues an advantage.

Essential Experience:
• Experience of leading risk assessment, threat assessment and the development and review of security plans. This could be in a similar sector such as humanitarian aid, development, etc.
• Experience of working successfully with people from different cultures and backgrounds.
• Experience working with an intersectional approach and with vulnerable groups

Desirable:
• At least three years professional security management experience. This could include a security management role for an international organisation, or a police or military role in international peacekeeping operations.

Other requirements:
• Frequent requirement to travel internationally into volatile contexts. As an indication, 6-8 times a year, for at least a week each time,
• Availability for on call hours during nights and weekends on a regular basis.