Security, Safety and Access Officer

AI summary

Action Against Hunger is hiring a Security, Safety and Access Officer for its field base in Katsina, Nigeria. The role focuses on gathering security information, managing safety procedures, supporting humanitarian access negotiations, conducting safety briefings, and coordinating with local authorities and communities. The position supports the NGO’s humanitarian operations and requires strong analytical and communication skills.

• Field-based security and access role with Action Against Hunger in Katsina, Nigeria
• Involves security assessments, reporting, and movement monitoring
• Supports humanitarian access negotiations and community liaison
• Requires coordination with authorities, logistics, and programme teams
• Part of an international NGO with active humanitarian operations

Original source description

Security, Safety and Access Officer at Action Against Hunger | ACF-International ⏲ Aug 13, 2026, 9:04 AM ⋕ View all NGO & Humanitarian / Nonprofit Organizations jobs Action Against Hunger is the world’s hunger specialist and leader in a global movement that aims to end life-threatening hunger for good within our lifetimes. For 40 years, the humanitarian and development organization has been on the front lines, treating and preventing hunger across nearly 50 countries. It served more than 21 million people in 2018 alone. We are recruiting to fill the position below: Job Title: Security, Safety and Access Officer Location : Katsina Key Responsibilities: Gather and transmit information on the political and security situation and on changes in the context: Meet or contact contacts and focal points on a regular basis. To set up a system for reporting security information from employees. Immediately alert the Field Coordinator and the HAS HOD in the event of a sudden change in context. Identify sources of information (human, media, academic) and develop a network of relevant contacts. Participate actively in the acceptance of the organisation (access negotiations) and passively through professionalism in interactions with external contacts. Contribute to the implementation of the safety and security management system on the base: Carry out assessments of buildings and roads. Monitor post-incident action plans. Produce the required safety reports on time and to a high standard. Take part in leading risk analysis workshops on the base. Supervise the monitoring of the movements of the base's teams. Implement the security procedures inherent in the movement of people and goods. Ensure the security of the premises: identify the locations and ensure their security. Supervise and manage security guards in coordination with the logistics department and/or the security company. Work effectively with logistics on security issues. Participate in the implementation of ACF's humanitarian access strategy for the base: Participate in explaining ACF's activities and mandate to partners and the population Take part in negotiations on humanitarian access with the players involved. Participate in the running of training courses and workshops on access at grassroots level, in line with ACF’s tools and methodologies. Carry out access assessments in new areas of intervention. Conduct training courses and briefings: Participate in the organisation of training courses in accordance with the Country Office training plan, in conjunction with the Logistics and Human Resources departments. Contribute regularly to safety management and personal safety meetings with teams. Carry out safety briefings for new employees and visitors. To support the implementation of specific training courses in the field as required, with the support of the HOD and in line with the Skills Development strategy. Liaison / Coordination: Obtain the necessary administrative authorisations for team movements. Support the establishment of good relations with communities and local leaders. Deal with the police/communities/tribal chiefs in the event of an accident. In coordination with the Field Coordinator, establish good / effective relations with the authorities. Coordinate/follow up with the relevant ministry (government department concerned), in case of problems. Organise community awareness sessions on the context and ACF's work whenever requested or necessary by the programme teams. Additional Responsibilities: This job description is not intended to be all inclusive and the employee will also perform other related tasks as required and responsible for reporting and communication of progress and achievement of the specific assigned task. Conduct all duties in a professional manner following ACF Nigeria mission staff regulations, ACF mandate and charter including promotion of gender equality. Maintenance of high technical standards. Position Requirements: Excellent analytical, communication, and report-writing skills. Fluent in English and Hausa University Degree or equivalent qualification Knowledge of GIS is an added advantage. Strong knowledge of the humanitarian context in the Katsina State and proven experience: in security management Able to work under pressure, manage a high workload, maintain confidentiality, and work independently Strong network of key stakeholders in North West Nigeria across security, political, social, cultural, and religious sectors At least 3 years of safety and security experience: with an I/NGO How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should: Click here to apply online Application Deadline: 18th August, 2026; at 05:00 pm (Nigerian Time). View all Jobs in Nigeria Katsina State