Consultant, Lead, Security Operations

THE OPPORTUNITY

Reporting to the Head of Security, the Consultant, Lead, Security Operations will lead the implementation of security policies that enable safe and effective operations across diverse environments, ensuring the protection of the Foundation’s personnel, assets, and reputation. The role also supports the development of security policies and the execution of broader Health, Safety, Security, and Facilities (HSSF) policies.

The Consultant, Lead, Security Operations is responsible for overseeing security risk management frameworks across all operations. This includes ensuring organizational duty of care, monitoring evolving security dynamics, and providing practical guidance to staff and program teams in both office and field locations.

Location: Lagos, Nigeria

Work Arrangement: Hybrid, 60% in office and 40% remote

This role is based in Lagos, Nigeria. The successful candidate will be expected to work from the Lagos office 60% of the time and may work remotely the other 40%.

Contract Duration: 12 months

WAYS YOU CAN CONTRIBUTE

Security Risk Management

• Identify security risks in all areas of operation and design and implement mitigation measures for identified risks.
• Oversee the maintenance of Community Relations by minimizing the likelihood of adverse impacts to the Foundation from local community action, by integrating with programs to identify and monitor developing issues.
• Keep country leadership updated on security risks.

Operational Support

• Lead incident and crisis management, including evacuation and medical emergencies.
• Ensure appropriate journey management, particularly for travel to high-risk areas.
• Oversee security for Foundation events, partner visits and field operations.
• Ensure Foundation’s physical premises are secure in accordance with the Minimum Physical Security Standards.

Capacity Building and Training

• Provide staff inductions and refresher training on security protocols and general personal security awareness, in line with the evolving threat environment.
• Conduct simulation exercises to test emergency management readiness.
• Crosstrain with other HSSF roles in country and be prepared to cover the absence of HSSF colleagues, enhancing the team’s resilience.

Coordination and Networking

• Develop and maintain security networks in both the public and private sectors, to bolster risk awareness, and benchmark risk assessments.
• Maintain liaison with police, local leaders and other persons of influence in operational areas, whilst not compromising the benefits of the Foundation’s low profile.

Compliance and Reporting

• Ensure incidents are reported in a timely manner and tracked to completion.
• Produce weekly/monthly reports with risk analysis and recommendations.
• Ensure adherence to organizational compliance standards.

WHO YOU ARE

• Bachelor’s degree in Security Management, Risk Management, or related field or relevant experience in lieu of formal qualifications.
• 10 years of security management experience, including at least 3 years in your country of location or neighbouring countries.
• A thorough understanding and hands-on experience of security risks and mitigation in the African context.
• Deep knowledge of the country’s security landscape, including urban crime, terrorism, political unrest, and field risks.
• Proven ability in crisis management, security planning, and training, including presenting information to internal and external leadership to individuals.
• Ability to travel frequently and respond flexibly to emergencies.
• Proven experience in developing security processes and in deploying them in practice.
• Experience in building and managing high-performing teams in a fast-paced, fluid environment.
• Sound decision-making in high-pressure environments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Capacity to build trust and influence across teams.
• Takes own initiative and works under minimal supervision.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills with the ability to articulate information to a variety of constituents across cultures.
• Possess professional maturity, sensitivity with different cultures, and impeccable integrity that exemplifies the Foundation’s values.
• Demonstrate a commitment to Mastercard Foundation’s values and vision.

The Mastercard Foundation values the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the organization and we are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone.

Completion of satisfactory business references and background checks are essential conditions of employment.

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ABOUT MASTERCARD FOUNDATION

The Mastercard Foundation is a registered Canadian charity and one of the largest foundations in the world. It works with visionary organizations to advance education and financial inclusion to enable young people in Africa and Indigenous youth in Canada to access dignified and fulfilling work. Established in 2006 through the generosity of Mastercard when it became a public company, the Foundation is an independent organization separate from the company, with offices in Toronto, Kigali, Accra, Nairobi, Kampala, Lagos, Dakar, and Addis Ababa. Its policies, operations, and program decisions are determined by the Foundation’s Board of Directors and leadership.

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THE WORK AT THE FOUNDATION IN CANADA AND AFRICA

The Foundation operates within the Indigenous communities in Canada to deliver on our EleV strategy and bold goal of enabling 100,000 Indigenous youth to complete their education, access economic opportunities and drive meaningful change in their communities by 2030.

Across Africa, the Foundation’s Young Africa Works strategy aims to spur systemic change to enable young people the opportunity to find meaningful work that is dignified and fulfilling. The Young Africa Works strategy sets out an ambitious goal for the next decade: by 2030, our work will enable 30 million young people in Africa, especially young women, to secure employment they see as dignified and fulfilling.

These programs are in partnership with the relevant government entities, communities, institutions, and individuals – ensuring that the Foundation delivers on its mission of collaboration and co-creation with those whose voices need to be heard the most, and can be change agents for themselves, their families, and communities.

Mastercard Foundation seeks a world where everyone has the opportunity to learn and prosper. We are ambitious and driven. Our values transcend and rise above everything else as our guide. We encourage you to bring your bold ideas, curiosity, and expertise to your work. We laugh at ourselves and with each other. We are a team. Our journey together makes our impact even more meaningful.

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