Security & Transport Director

About the role

The Security & Transport Director provides national strategic leadership for security, crisis preparedness, transport, fleet and marine safety, and continuity planning for World Vision PNG.

Key responsibilities

• Lead development and implementation of the PNG security strategy aligned with World Vision policies and international best practice.
• Provide technical advice on security and crisis management to the National Director and senior leadership.
• Maintain country risk ratings, security risk assessments and ensure compliance with core security requirements.
• Oversee road, fleet and marine safety controls, ensuring all transport operations meet government regulations and World Vision policies.
• Develop and deliver security capacity‑building programmes, including training for staff, drivers and security focal points.
• Lead knowledge management, collect and share security information, and coordinate with regional security directors and external partners.

Required profile

• Minimum five years of relevant experience in security, resilience, business continuity, transport or crisis management in high‑risk environments.
• Previous experience in the professional security arena (INGO, corporate, military, law enforcement or emergency services).
• Proven leadership ability and experience managing security and transport teams.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Security Management, Risk Management, International Relations or a related field.

Required skills

• Security risk assessment and crisis management.
• Transport and fleet safety management.
• Knowledge of core security requirements and minimum operating security standards.
• Ability to develop and deliver security training programmes.