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PEACE CORPS Thailand

Vacancy Announcement- Safety and Security Manager

The United States Peace Corps program in Thailand seeks a qualified and motivated candidate for the following full-time position:  Safety and Security Manager. The United Peace Corps is a non-political, non-religious organization, which will bring American Volunteers to Thailand to be assigned to work with communities on development projects. The Peace Corps is an agency of the United States Government and was founded by President John F. Kennedy in 1961. 

The Safety and Security Manager will report to the Country Director and be responsible for supporting the entire Peace Corps Thailand Program.  This is a full-time contracted position that requires work both within the Peace Corps office in Bangkok as well as periodic travel within Thailand.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Coordinate security programs, and maintain safety equipment, procedures, and documentation

Considerable travel throughout Thailand to visit Volunteers and build relationships with community members, local leaders and local authorities

Respond to individual and large-scale emergencies at short notice: 24 hours/day, 7 days/week

Liaise with local law enforcement and U.S. government officials

Monitor and disseminate information about security issues

Design and conduct trainings for American Volunteers and community members

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED

Degree from a college or university and/or relevant professional security or law enforcement experience and/or at least 4 years’ experience with safety and security programs of Peace Corps or similar development organization

Ability to travel on short notice and operate a 4-wheel drive vehicle

Fluency in written and spoken Thai and English with strong written English skills

Thai National; Valid Thai work and residency permit required

DESIRED

Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with other organizations, including local law enforcement, criminal justice, emergency management and other NGO/development agencies

Ability to analyze crime trends and other risks and propose mitigation strategies

Resourcefulness and flexibility in dealing with emergency situations

Demonstrated organizational and communication skills

Ability to work with Microsoft Office Suite, and other basic computer knowledge

Ability to conduct training and give presentations, in both English and a local language

To apply: Application forms and full statement of work are available at http://thailand.peacecorps.gov/jobs Applicants must submit the following: 1) the completed application form, 2) a copy of your resume or CV, and 3) a detailed written description of how you meet the position’s qualifications. Deliver by email to PCjobs@th.peacecorps.gov