Occupied Palestinian Territory : Country Security Manager – Gaza

Acted

Who we are

Acted works with 19 million people across 43 countries at the intersection of humanitarian, development, climate and environmental programming. We draw on deep contextual knowledge and embrace emerging technologies to save lives, alleviate suffering, and protect and restore our planet. Working in collaboration with a growing ecosystem of local, national and international partners, we pursue one shared objective: a 3Zero World – Zero Exclusion, Zero Carbon and Zero Poverty.

Who we are looking for

You bring the core competencies required for classical humanitarian and development work, alongside an active climate and environmental conscience, and you can navigate the challenges that arise when human and environmental suffering intersect. You have an entrepreneurial mindset: you see opportunities, connect dots, adapt your approach to different environments, and take measured risks in pursuit of results. You balance principles with pragmatism, and ambition with humility.

Acted Occupied Palestinian Territory - OPT

Acted has been present in the West Bank since 2007 and in the Gaza Strip since 2008. With its office in Jerusalem, Acted has been responding to humanitarian needs and development challenges in the Occupied Palestinian Territory through an integrated approach. In view of the worsening of the humanitarian situation in recent years, and even more so since 7 October 2023, Acted is mobilized to respond to the basic needs of the populations affected by the conflict.

You will be in charge of

The Country Security Manager is responsible for overseeing daily security management of all Acted premises and project sites, ensuring a permanent monitoring and assessment of the security situation in country, as well as reviewing and implementing Acted security management guidelines and protocols. He/she will also advise the Country Director and Senior Management Team on all issues of safety and security and provide appropriate security training and mentoring.

Main duties

• Department management
• Context & Risk analysis
• Develop and update Country Security Plans, SOPs and Contingency Plans
• Daily Security Management
• Crisis management

Adapt crisis management protocols to the local situation; Act as a key member of the Crisis Management Team so that safety policies and procedures are implemented;

• Reporting
• Training and briefing

Conduct security briefing for each new international staff arriving in country; Design security training modules for Country Director’s approval and HQ endorsement;

• Develop and maintain a security network
• Ensure external representation

Expected skills and qualifications

At least 3-5 years of working experience in insecure environments; preferably in Africa, Asia, or the Middle East; Extensive experience in security management and procedures; Demonstrated communication and organizational skills; Ability to train, mobilize, and manage both international and national staff Flexibility and ability to multi-task under pressure; Ability to work well in unstable and frequently changing security environments; Willingness to work and live in often remote areas under basic conditions; Proven ability to work creatively and independently both in the field and in the office; Advanced proficiency in written and spoken English; Knowledge of local language and/or regional experience highly desirable.

Terms of reference

For more information about the position, click here (https://www.acted.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/csm-opt-2026.pdf).

Conditions

Salary between 3300 and 4500€ monthly (before income tax), depending on the level of education, security level, etc as well as a monthly living allowance of $300

Accommodation and food provided in Acted guesthouse

Pension, health insurance, life insurance and repatriation assistance (& unemployment insurance for EU citizens)

Flight tickets every 6 months & visa fees covered

Contribution to the luggage transportation: up to 100 kgs, depending on the length of the contract Rest & Recuperation (R&R) every 2 months, flight tickets covered up to $500 and allowance of $200

Annual leave of 25 to 43 days per year

One week pre-departure training in Acted HQ, including a 4-days in situ security training

Tax advice (free 30-minute call with a tax consultant)

Psychological assistance

This position is classified as an international staff position under Acted’s recruitment framework. Eligibility for an international contract is therefore required.

Join us

Please send your application (CV and letter of motivation) by email ([email protected]) or below, including the reference: CSM/OPT

Please note that Acted will never charge a fee for the recruitment process.

Demonstrated communication and organizational skills;Ability to train, mobilize, and manage both international and national staff Flexibility and ability to multi-task under pressure;Ability to work well in unstable and frequently changing security environments;Willingness to work and live in often remote areas under basic conditions;Proven ability to work creatively and independently both in the field and in the office;Advanced proficiency in written and spoken English;Knowledge of local language and/or regional experience highly desirable.

You will be in charge of

The Country Security Manager is responsible for overseeing daily security management of all Acted premises and project sites, ensuring a permanent monitoring and assessment of the security situation in country, as well as reviewing and implementing Acted security management guidelines and protocols. He/she will also advise the Country Director and Senior Management Team on all issues of safety and security and provide appropriate security training and mentoring.

Main duties

• Department management
• Context & Risk analysis
• Develop and update Country Security Plans, SOPs and Contingency Plans
• Daily Security Management
• Crisis management

Adapt crisis management protocols to the local situation; Act as a key member of the Crisis Management Team so that safety policies and procedures are implemented;

• Reporting
• Training and briefing

Conduct security briefing for each new international staff arriving in country; Design security training modules for Country Director’s approval and HQ endorsement;

• Develop and maintain a security network
• Ensure external representation

This position is classified as an international staff position under Acted’s recruitment framework. Eligibility for an international contract is therefore required.

Conditions

Salary between 3300 and 4500€ monthly (before income tax), depending on the level of education, security level, etc as well as a monthly living allowance of $300

Accommodation and food provided in Acted guesthouse

Pension, health insurance, life insurance and repatriation assistance (& unemployment insurance for EU citizens)

Flight tickets every 6 months & visa fees covered

Contribution to the luggage transportation: up to 100 kgs, depending on the length of the contract Rest & Recuperation (R&R) every 2 months, flight tickets covered up to $500 and allowance of $200

Annual leave of 25 to 43 days per year

One week pre-departure training in Acted HQ, including a 4-days in situ security training

Tax advice (free 30-minute call with a tax consultant)

Psychological assistance

This position is classified as an international staff position under Acted’s recruitment framework. Eligibility for an international contract is therefore required.

Please send your application (CV and letter of motivation) by email ([email protected]) or below, including the reference: CSM/OPT Please note that Acted will never charge a fee for the recruitment process.