Security Guard

About ARWEO:

ARWEO is a nonprofit organization with a visionary focus on the rehabilitation and protection of vulnerable communities in Afghanistan. ARWEO has a strategic goal of assisting the lifesaving and immediate needs of the marginalized population including IDPs, refugees, and host communities in eastern, central, northern and central highlands regions. ARWEO has a history of 21 years implemented 86 projects with 65% of projects in Shelter, education, protection, food security, nutrition, and livelihoods. ARWEO is dedicated to transforming the lives of marginalized children including boys and girls, particularly those with immediate education, protection, and humanitarian needs, and those belonging to IDP, refugee, and host communities in the affected provinces of Afghanistan.

Project Background:

ARWEO is implementing the School Feeding Project (SFP) in Nuristan province seven remote districts—Parun, Bargi Matal, Waygal, Nurgram, Du Ab, Mandol, and Kantiva—ARWEO will distribute High Energy Biscuits (HEB) to children’s enrolled in primary schools and Community-Based Education (CBE) classes. The biscuits will be provided daily during school days to address short-term hunger and improve students’ concentration and learning readiness. in the relatively accessible districts of Wama and Kamdesh, ARWEO will implement the Home-Grown School Feeding (Bread+) modality, which engages local bakeries to produce fresh bread. This component will providing a daily bread ration during school days while also supporting local economic activity.

Summary:

The Security Guard will be responsible for ensuring the safety and security of the office premises. They will maintain a secure and controlled environment by implementing security measures, monitoring access points, conducting patrols, and responding to security incidents. The Security Guard will collaborate with office staff, visitors, and stakeholders to mitigate security risks and maintain a safe working environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and enforce security measures to safeguard the office premises, assets, and personnel.
• Monitor access points, including entrances, exits, and parking areas, to prevent unauthorized entry and maintain a controlled environment.
• Conduct regular patrols of the office premises to deter theft, vandalism, and other security breaches.
• Respond promptly to security incidents, such as alarms, disturbances, or suspicious activities.
• Monitor the movement of personnel, visitors, and materials entering and leaving the office premises.
• Enforce access control procedures, including the issuance and retrieval of access cards or keys.
• Provide guidance and assistance to office staff and visitors on security-related matters.
• Monitor security cameras, alarm systems, and other security equipment to detect and respond to security incidents.
• Conduct regular inspections of the office premises to identify and report any safety hazards or security vulnerabilities.
• Collaborate with law enforcement agencies and emergency services as required.
• Take appropriate actions to mitigate risks, such as evacuating personnel, contacting emergency services, or implementing emergency protocols.
• Maintain accurate and detailed security logs, incident reports, and shift handover records.
• Prepare and submit regular security reports to office management, highlighting security concerns, trends, and recommendations for improvement.
• Collaborate with office staff to investigate security incidents and implement corrective actions.

Any Other task assigned by Supervisor

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proven experience as a Security Guard or similar role.
• Knowledge of security protocols, procedures, and best practices.
• Familiarity with access control systems, CCTV operations, and alarm systems.
• Basic first aid and CPR certification is desirable.

Skills and Competencies

• Excellent observation and surveillance skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm and respond effectively in emergency situations.
• Physical fitness and ability to perform security-related tasks, including patrolling and standing for extended periods.
• Ability to work in shifts and adapt to changing work schedules.
• Integrity, honesty, and a high sense of responsibility.

Protection From Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) Commitment:

ARWEO has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation and abuse. All employees are expected to comply with our PSEA policy. This includes:

• Undergoing PSEA training
• Signing a self-declaration form
• Participating in reference checks that include questions on PSEA
• Reporting any suspected cases of sexual exploitation and abuse

Safeguarding:

• Uphold and promote ARWEOI’s commitment to ensuring the safeguarding and safety of the vulnerable communities we serve.
• Consistent with ARWEO’s safeguarding and protection policies, ensure all people who come into contact with ARWEO are as safe as possible.

Interested candidates should submit their CV and a cover letter without educational documents to hr@arweo.org.af

Note: Applications without mentioning the Position Title & Vacancy Number in the subject line of the email will NOT be considered.

Females are particularly encouraged to apply

"The Security Guard will have to create and maintain an environment which prevents sexual exploitation and abuse and promotes the implementation of the code of conduct"