Director of Security Operations Support

at  World Vision International

With over 70 years of experience, our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith.
Come join our 34,000+ staff working in nearly 100 countries and share the joy of transforming vulnerable children’s life stories!
Key Responsibilities:
Open for residents in the United Kingdom or in any country within North America (USA and Canada) or Europe with World Vision International (WVI) registration. Applications are welcome from other countries with time zones that overlap with the UK’s Time Zone, where WVI is registered to operate.
Please submit your CV in English.

REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, TRAINING, LICENSE, REGISTRATION, AND /OR CERTIFICATION:

• Relevant Bachelor’s degree in Security Management, Risk Management, Strategic Studies, International Relations or Emergency Management. Understanding of security risk management best practices.
• 5+ yrs in a relevant security management role in INGO, Private Public Sectors or similar.
• Strong knowledge of the humanitarian industry, humanitarian operations and field operations
• International security management experience in a Regional and/or Global role in large multinational organisation.
• Previous experience in the professional security arena (INGO, Corporate, Military, Law Enforcement, or Emergency Services).
• Previous experience in managing and directing analysis capabilities in order to oversee the production and delivery of analytical products to senior leadership teams which directly support decision-making and provide operational solutions.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Recognized qualifications in subjects requiring applied analytical methodologies preferred.

Language Requirements:

• High command/fluency in English both written and oral communication skills. French or Spanish will be an added advantage.

Travel and/or Work Environment Requirement:

• Work will be principally homeworking/remote. Flexibility in work hours is expected.
• The position requires ability and willingness to travel internationally up to 33% of the time. Must be prepared to travel to ‘high risk’ security environments. Will be expected to manage high stress security events.
• The position requires good physical heath and conditioning. May be required to stand/sit for long periods of time.
• May be required to walk/run for short distances or travel over rough terrain. May be required to work in desert, sub-desert, tropical, or tempered environments.

For positions filled in the United States, the typical salary range for this role is $98,645 to $123,305 USD. Ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, job level, internal equity and budget. Exact salary offers will be determined by factors such as the candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience and geographic location.
We appreciate your interest in putting your talents for the most vulnerable boys and girls!
Applicant Types Accepted:
Local Applicants Onl

This role leads analytical support for Security within Security Safety and Resilience (SSR), ensuring alignment with operational needs and organizational priorities. It oversees security risk analysis, information collection, and metrics to enhance risk management, readiness, and agility. The role requires the strategic, tactical, and operational thinking to deliver comprehensive security solutions. As a member of the security leadership team, the role collaborates with SSR leadership and stakeholders to drive complex service delivery, balancing competing views and priorities. The role supervises the analysis team, provides security risk insights, and will actively maintain external engagement with the humanitarian and related sectors.