Security Risk Management Advisor (SRMA) - Short Term Contract

This SRMA position is stationed in Nairobi. The incumbent may also be required to travel to other duty stations from time to time. He/she is primarily responsible for design and maintenance of digital security risk management SRM) tools, databases and electronic mapping.

The position holder is responsible for:

• Maintaining the SRMO IDA SharePoint
  

• Creating and maintaining SRM digital mapping (Situation Map as well as HRE)
  

• Maintaining all MS SharePoint-based “travel tracking” and “presence lists”
  

• Acting as the SRM S4Guide for S4GIZ under the guidance of the SPOC
  

• Acts as the SRMO’s Emergency Mass Notification System (EMNS) manager
  

• Managing all SRMO databasing and post-SRM training feedback
  

• S4GIZ Guide and ISO compliance for SRMO
  

• Preparing and dispatching staff Identity Cards
  

In this context, the technical professional performs the following tasks:

A. Tasks

1. Core Scope of Tasks

• HRE: Supports Office SFPs in maintaining all the personnel and vehicle lists on HRE Plans;
  
• HRE: Creates and maintains HRE digital mapping according to Senior SRMA’s guidance;
  
• Maintains the SRMO Situation Map in accordance with Senior SRMA’s guidance;
  
• Collecting and reporting on Student Feedback immediately after all SRM trainings;
  
• Databasing: Maintains an efficient SRMO trainings database and attendance statistics;
  
• Databasing: Processes / databases digital Checklists after Country Security Briefings (CSB);
  
• Acts as single point of contact for INSO and other external security analysis contractors;
  
• Supports in all matters relating to SRMO contracts and procurement when required;
  
• Substitutes for and when required, deputises for Deputy Head of SRMO in liaising with SRM training contractors, including processing of post-training documentation and invoices;
  
• Maintains the SRMO IDA SharePoint unit page and the KfW and Partners’ security portal, so that security reports and SRM tools are logically arranged and intuitively accessible;
  
• Maintains and backs-up MS SharePoint Lists for “travel tracking” and “presence monitoring”;
  
• Maintains the Online Travel Notification (OTN) tool ensuring that Power Automate enables the efficient flow of information to travellers and the SRMO;
  
• Ensures the International Presence Lists (IPLs) for seconded staff and GIZ visitors are current;
  
• Ensures all data processes are GDPR-compliant; EMNS manager: responsible for database management, staff onboarding, troubleshooting, training and conducting bi-monthly Headcounts including follow-ups with non-responders;
  
• When required, substitute as Emergency Point of Contact in KISUMU and KAKUMA/LODWAR;
  
• Maintains a close working relationship with the GIZ Kenya Digital Partner (DiPa), Information Security officer (ISO) and IT staff;
  

• Acts as S4Guide in SRMO, proactively ensuring the team transitions to S4GIZ seamlessly;
  

• Creates and dispatches staff ID cards as required;
  
• Prepares and delivers trainings on SRMO digital tools and processes as required by S-SRMA.
  

Duty station: Nairobi

Contract Duration: 1st March 2026 - 31st August 2026

Submission of Application

Vacancy Reference Number: GIZ/CO/02/01/2026

Equal Employment Opportunity

At GIZ Kenya, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination of any kind. We actively seek individuals with diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skills to build a stronger, more impactful global team.

We provide an environment of respect and psychological safety, ensuring equal employment opportunities for all. Discrimination based on race, colour, ancestry, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, ethnic origin, disability, marital status, or any other protected status is not tolerated in any of our workplaces.

Ethics

GIZ is committed to the safety, dignity, and well-being of all individuals we interact with, including staff, partners, community members, and program participants. We uphold the highest standards in preventing sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment. Child abuse or any form of misconduct by or toward team members is strictly prohibited.

All staff are expected to behave professionally, respect local laws and customs, and complete mandatory ethics e-learning courses upon hire.

Data Confidentiality

In accordance with GIZ’s data protection policy, all candidate applications are stored in our database for six (6) months and deleted thereafter.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.