About Five Teams Empowerment Initiative (5TEi)
The Five Teams Empowerment Initiative (5TEi) is a registered non-governmental organization dedicated to empowering vulnerable populations through quality health, nutrition, protection, education, and livelihood support. We believe in fostering community resilience and dignity through responsive and sustainable interventions. As part of our commitment to improving health and nutrition outcomes, we are recruiting a motivated and experienced Security Officer to support our field operations in Maiduguri, Magumeri, and Mare.
Job Vacancy: Security Officer
Location: Maiduguri, Borno State
Organization: Five Teams Empowerment Initiative (5TEi)
Application Deadline: 25th July, 2025
Employment Type: Contract, 6 months extendable
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor and control access to office premises, project sites, and program activities to ensure authorized personnel only.
- Ensure the safety and security of staff, visitors, assets, and facilities through regular patrols, surveillance, and risk assessments.
- Conduct daily perimeter checks, inspections of security systems, and enforce security procedures.
- Maintain a visible presence to deter potential threats or disruptions and respond promptly to emergencies.
- Assist in planning and implementation of safety drills, emergency response strategies, and evacuation plans.
- Develop incident reports, daily activity logs, and maintain documentation of all security-related activities.
- Collaborate with security stakeholders including law enforcement agencies, community leaders, and other humanitarian actors to ensure a safe working environment.
- Advise management on potential security risks and mitigation strategies for field missions and office operations.
- Ensure security equipment and tools (e.g., fire extinguishers, radios, CCTV systems) are functional and maintained.
- Support in travel route planning, field assessments, and ensure the safety of traveling teams, especially in high-risk areas.
Qualifications and Experience
- Minimum of a Diploma or Degree certificate. Additional certifications in security, safety, risk management, or related fields are a strong advantage (e.g., HSE, SSO, First Aid).
- At least 2–3 years of proven experience as a security officer, preferably with NGOs, UN agencies, or other humanitarian organizations.
- Demonstrated knowledge of security operations, local security context, and emergency response protocols in Northeast Nigeria.
- Experience in developing and implementing security plans, risk assessments, and contingency measures.
- Excellent observation and surveillance skills, with strong decision-making in highpressure situations.
- Basic report writing and communication skills in English and at least one local language (e.g., Hausa, Kanuri, or Babur).
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with high levels of discipline, integrity, and confidentiality.
- Physical fitness, mental alertness, and willingness to work in insecure and rural environments as needed.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter to: [email protected] Subject Line: Security Officer
Safeguarding and Recruitment Ethics
Five Teams Empowerment Initiative (5TEi) maintains a zero-tolerance policy toward fraud, bribery, and sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA).
We do not request any form of payment, favor, or exchange, including sexual favors, at any stage of the recruitment process.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
