Regional Security Director

Location: Middle East Job ID: 17207 Date Posted: Apr 27, 2026 Job Title Regional Security Director Responsibilities Maintain your personal relationship with Jesus Christ and be an effective witness for Him Work closely with Projects Regional Directors to support regional objectives. Advise Regional Directors on security strategy and implementation, and keep them informed of security status, information, needs, and concerns in the region Work closely with WMM senior leadership to support the strategic placement and worldwide assignments of Post-Resident Physicians and medical volunteers. Conduct security site assessments for WMM partner hospitals Work closely with OCC Senior Regional Directors to support OCC operations in the region, including staff travel, shoebox distribution, and The Greatest Journey training Respond immediately as the security advisor for the Disaster Assistance Response team or Incident Management team anywhere within the region Assist with Billy Graham Evangelistic Association festival planning and execution by conducting security surveys and coordinating, arranging, and supervising all security related activities for the festivals Supervise and manage a team of Country Security Managers and Security Program Managers to ensure they provide high quality security support to Projects Country Directors that aligns with the overall security objectives of the Security department and the region. Perform all duties of the Country Security Manager when necessary Monitor and respond to any and all potential and present emergencies involving Samaritans Purse staff. Maintain constant communication and information flow with the Crisis Management team and direct any on-the-ground crisis response operations Provide a quarterly regional security update highlighting security related incidents and trends for the Security department, the Presidents Office, and the Board of Directors. Requires ongoing and in-depth understanding of regional security challenges and emerging threats Conduct comprehensive after-action investigations when a security incident occurs, with specific regard to Samaritans Purse policies and procedures as well as legal and cultural requirements. Assist the Compliance and Internal Audit teams in investigations as necessary Qualifications Bachelor’s degree (B. A.) and five (5) years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. INSSA Security Risk Management Professional-Regional level or willingness and ability to become certified within the first 12 months of employment is required. Previous security management experience required; or an equivalent combination of education and experience Ability to navigate complex and dangerous situations, and balance divergent or competing objectives Ability to understand complex security situations and advise on their strategic impact on the ministry Ability to analyze and synthesize information to develop a complete picture of security situations Ability to make timely and accurate decisions in complex or uncertain environments Ability to communicate effectively across socio-economic, political, and cultural lines Ability to lead direct reports in their growing relationship with Jesus Christ (spiritual maturity) Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals Ability to write routine reports and correspondence Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization 12 credit hours of college-level Biblical Studies (required); if not already completed, opportunity to meet and complete requirement is available upon hire Ability to navigate complex interpersonal and cross-cultural relationships with diverse personnel including host government leaders, United Nations, U.S. Embassy, military, police, other NGOs, and local village leaders Job Details Location: Middle East Type: Full‑Time Accompaniment: Family Accompaniment Language Requirement: Fluency in English (required); foreign language skills relevant to the assigned region are strongly preferred Travel Expectations: 75‑100 days annually; required travel documents and vaccinations for entry into foreign countries will be necessary Benefits On‑site Medical Clinic (staff and dependents) Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Long‑term and Short‑term disability insurance Paid Family Medical Leave Term Life Insurance 401(k) retirement savings plan 10 paid holidays 12 vacation/personal days #J-18808-Ljbffr Samaritan's Purse