Head of Security

About FMFB-A:

As a background, FMFB-A started its operation in 2004 and is part of the Aga Khan Agency for Microfinance (AKAM), which has financial institutions operating in different countries throughout the world. It is affiliated with the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN), a group of development agencies working in health, education, culture and rural economic development.

Job Summary:

The Head of Security (HoS) support FMFB-A to provide and implement the required security and safety measures, i.e. to its personnel, visitors, buildings, information and other assets. The post holder will implement a holistic and dynamic security provide for the Bank, advising on activity and covering all areas of risk. The HoS collaborates with other departments to fulfil a wide variety of strategic initiatives to ensure the protection of the staff, customers and assets of the Bank.

Job Details:

Duties and responsibilities:

• To provide detailed strategic analysis and security risk assessments for current and perceived threats for all bank activities at least monthly to the CEO. Assess FMFB-A location security needs and provide detailed reports providing security solutions, advisories and direction in mitigating threats and risks.
• To propose appropriate and cost-effective security mitigation models that will allow the banks’ infrastructure to remain protected within financial restrictions.
• Develop and Implement the approved security documentation, security planning and incident business continuity at a country level in support of FMFB-A.
• To provide oversight management of all bank employee security, asset security and the protection of FMFB-A’s reputation in the face of security incidents.  In addition, to manage the secondary security contract providers and offer advice in times of contractual renewals.
• The implementation and maintenance of a Threat Warning System by SMS that provides all staff members with real-time information about risks or incidents in their areas.
• To ensure that FMFB-A has all the required security-related documentation, that incidents or shortfalls is captured when documents are reviewed and that documentation is correctly stored in the Security Shared Drive.
• To ensure that the reactive and active procedures are in place should there be a security-related incident.
• To be the bank’s main point of contact with regards to security-related issues and when needed to provide detailed reports or analysis to external agencies supporting FMFB-A.
• To act as a specific advisor about staff threats and as a support advisor in internal crime not covered by Internal Audit Department FMFB-A.
• To provide technical and physical direction during incidents and maintain the FMFB-A Crisis Management approach.

Staff Management & Development:

• Ensure the overall effective management of the staff under supervision, ensuring that staff members have clear objectives and focused work plans.
• Participate in the recruitment of new staff and actively contribute to their onboarding and development.
• Cultivate and work on developing a high-performance team, by proactively engaging in career development discussions, mentorship, coaching and other development measures.

Other Duties:

• Represent the Bank in industrial and professional associations, community organizations, local business groups, etc., and promote the Bank’s favourable image.
• Perform any other activity that may be required aligning with the responsibilities of the post.

Qualifications:

Education:

• At least a Bachelor’s degree in business administration, security or any other related social science area.
• Relevant professional training or certification desirable.

Experience:

• At least 5 years of progressive experience in the field of security in international organisations.
• A strong background in physical security and safety, executive or hostile close protection, crisis management, business continuity planning, security risk assessment and security awareness training.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• A comprehensive knowledge of the local political, security and ethnically related issues in Afghanistan.
• Excellent management skills, including scheduling tasks and supervising staff.
• Innovative, technical and analytic problem-solving abilities.
• Strong relationship-building skills and ability to create excellent relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Have high ethical standards and integrity in both personal and professional dealings.
• Exhibit a high level of emotional intelligence and embrace pluralism and inclusiveness.
• Show humility and authenticity in the relationships at all levels.
• The incumbent should possess excellent communication skills (oral and written) in English and Dari. Any other languages are an asset.

Submission Guideline:

If you meet the above requirements, we are encouraging you to apply for this position. Please send us your CV along with a cover letter via email at (vacancies@fmfb.com.af).

Please make sure that your email includes the vacancy ID as the subject line.

Note that, only the candidates who are meeting the requirements of the position will be shortlisted.