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Security Specialist Jobs in Kabul, Kabul Province, Afghanistan at Asian Development Bank (ADB)
Title: Security Specialist
Company: Asian Development Bank (ADB)
Location: Kabul, Kabul Province, Afghanistan
Important InformationThis is a fixed term appointment with option to renew for an initial period of three (3) years following Section 3.1 (b) of Administrative Order No. 2.01 (“Recruitment and Appointment’). This appointment is not convertible to a regular appointment. . After the initial fixed period, ADB has the option to renew the appointment for up to three years or allow it to expire. This decision is based on ADB’s overall interest in retaining the skills and experience of the staff for medium-term work program within the respective group, department, or office, while considering the availability of funding sources.
This position is for outposting to Afghanistan Resident Mission (AFRM) and is open to internal and external applicants. If the successful candidate is an external candidate, he/she may initially be based in HQ prior to be outposted. If the successful candidate is an internal candidate, the outposting will be immediate.
OverviewAsian Development Bank (ADB) is an international development finance institution headquartered in Manila, Philippines and is composed of 68 members, 49 of which are from the Asia and Pacific region. ADB is committed to achieving aprosperous, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable Asia and the Pacific,while sustaining its efforts to eradicate extreme poverty. ADB combines finance, knowledge, and partnerships to fulfill its expanded vision under its Strategy 2030 .
ADB only hires nationals of its 68 members .
The position is assigned in the Security and Emergency Services Unit (CSRS-SE) for outposting to Afghanistan Resident Mission (AFRM). CSRS-SE is within the Organizational Resilience and Security Division (CSRS), under the Corporate Services Department (CSD). AFRM is under the Central and West Asia Department (CWRD).
CSD manages the building, office space facilities, and delivers over 70 diverse corporate services essential for ADB’s operation. It provides administrative support to ADB Management and staff and delivers quality products and services at an affordable cost. The office is headed by the Director General and supported by Division Directors who manage the respective business units.
CSRS-SE develops and maintains appropriate security and safety policies and programs for the protection of all ADB personnel, facilities, and assets, including ADB’s official guests and visitors at ADB field offices (FOs); establishes a system-based reaction in the event of emergencies and extends external emergency assistance to mission travelers, expatriate staff members and dependents; and advises ADB Management on security related issues through ADB’s areas of operations.
CWRD is responsible for maintaining client relations and delivering ADB assistance to countries in the Central and West Asia region. AFRM works closely with government agencies, development partners and other stakeholders to facilitate the successful formulation , processing, administration, and monitoring of ADB-financed projects.
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Job PurposeThe Security Specialist outposted to AFRM will co o r d i n a te on a full-time basis all s ecu r it y – r e l a t e d r e q u ir e m e n ts f o r the ADB’s staff, facilities, and operations i n A f gh a n i s t an . The incumbent will p rovide advice, guidance, support, and training to ensure security at AFRM is maintained at an appropriate level, as well as responding to emerg…
