Safety and Security Manager (SSM) – Aga Khan Academy Maputo

The Aga Khan Academy Maputo is recruiting a Safety and Security Manager (SSM) to lead security and risk management at the Maputo campus. This is a unique opportunity for experienced professionals who wish to apply their strategic vision in an excellent international educational environment, aligned with the highest standards of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN).

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About the Role

The Safety and Security Manager reports directly to the Head of Academy (HoA) and is responsible for developing and implementing risk-based strategies, policies and procedures in accordance with AKS/AKDN frameworks. The SSM oversees the security team and ensures that the campus, students and employees are protected from internal and external threats.

The role requires a strategic perspective, maintained through active engagement with local organizations and official departments, ensuring that AKAM leadership receives timely information for operational decisions. The SSM also operates under the technical and functional guidance of the AKS Global Security Lead and collaborates closely with the AKDN Department of International Security (DIS).

Where Work Makes Impact

At Aga Khan Academy Maputo, located in Matola, Maputo province, the SSM will be a key player in maintaining a safe environment that allows students and educators to focus on academic excellence. The Academy is an IB World School that offers the International Baccalaureate Curriculum from early years to Diploma, with bilingual education in Portuguese and English.

The Academy's mission is to identify and nurture exceptional young people from any background, with the potential to become ethical and effective leaders. Around 60% of students receive financial support, reflecting the commitment to meritocracy and plurality. The SSM will directly contribute to this purpose, ensuring that security is never an obstacle to development.

Main Responsibilities

Security Management and Planning

• Develop and implement a structured security management system, aligned with the AKDN Security Level System (SLS), and provide guidance on strategy, policies, standards and procedures.

• Coordinate assessments (SLS), procedures, plans and mechanisms appropriate to regional threat levels and the school context.

• Oversee the planning, implementation and quality control of human resources, technical assets and physical protection measures (CCTV, access control, alarms, firefighting equipment).

• Collect and analyze security information and disseminate warnings.

• Maintain a solid contextual understanding of all areas of the school's operation AKAM in Mozambique and abroad.

• Review and implement risk mitigation strategies and lead audits to ensure compliance.

Incident Management

• Develop and maintain a Critical Incident Management Team (CIMT) and contingency plans to manage incidents, including coordination with security services emergency.

• Support the HoA and CIMT in managing all aspects of security until incident completion.

• Maintain a robust and reliable communication system for emergencies.

• Promptly report all incidents and participate in after-action reviews to capture lessons learned.

• Collect and analyze security information relevant to schools in areas of operation.

Coordination and Relationships

• Establish relationships with police forces, national council security team and emergency services.

• Actively participate in monthly/quarterly Security Coordination Cell (SCC) meetings led by DIS.

• Work under functional guidance from the AKS Global Security Lead and in close coordination with the Department of International Security (DIS).

• Maintain regular contact with AKDN sister agency security focal points.

Training and Briefings

• Deliver or coordinate security workshops, drills and drills for staff and students.

• Conduct regular training for security guards, drivers and support staff.

• Develop capabilities for any employee with security duties. security, full or part time.

• Provide in-country security briefings to employees and international visitors.

• Prepare bi-weekly, monthly and quarterly security reports for supervisors and senior leadership team (SLT).

• Ensure onboarding and security briefing for all new employees.

• Ensure statutory standards fire preparedness and first aid requirements are met.

Private Security Management

• Advise the GSL and HoA on the selection of subcontracted security companies and manage contracts to ensure operational requirements are met.

• Manage the activities and performance of private security providers in accordance with AKS policies, established KPIs and the contract of service.

• Conduct monthly and quarterly review meetings with the private security company and report.

Support

• Investigate security violations and non-compliances.

• Develop, manage and monitor the security budget.

• Produce reports, participate in meetings and perform other tasks inherent to the position, as requested by supervisors.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Education: Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in arts, sciences or security-related field.

• Experience: Minimum of 7 years of proven experience in security management at a comparable level, in a reputable national or international organization, or in the armed forces national.

• Contextual Knowledge: Strong knowledge of the political, social, economic and security environment in Mozambique and East Africa.

• Languages: Fluency in written and spoken English and Portuguese.

• Availability: Ability to undertake regular travel within the country to areas operational.

• Training: Proven ability to design and deliver training programs.

Highly Desirable

Previous experience in risk management in a renowned national or international organization (e.g. UN, NGOs/INGOs) in East Africa and/or security experience in the education sector.

Skills and Attributes

• Highly organized, proactive and motivated.

• Strong situational assessment and judgment skills.

• Proven ability to manage challenging situations under pressure.

• Effective management of human, financial and technical resources.

• Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.

• Excellent communication skills verbal, written and presentational communication, with the ability to interact with a wide range of stakeholders.

• Strong computer and IT skills.

• Professional maturity, sensitivity to different cultures and exemplary integrity that reflect AKAM's values.

Join us as we work to provide quality education to more than 96,000 students in 11 countries, with the majority of our schools located in rural and remote communities with limited access.

How to Apply

Send a complete application package to [email protected] including:

1. Resume – Use our resume builder to create a professional and optimized CV.

2. Concise application letter (maximum two pages), explaining how your qualifications, experiences and attributes align with the role. For tips, see our guide on application letter.

3. List of 3 references.

Only pre-selected candidates will be contacted. If exceptional candidates are identified at the beginning of the process, we reserve the right to close the application before the published deadline. Therefore, it is important that interested parties apply as quickly as possible.

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