Security and Travel Specialist

**_If you are looking for a career opportunity, want to give meaning to your professional achievements and contribute to making the world a better place by playing a part in international development, and are passionate about _**_corporate security and travel_**_, the International Development Research Centre (IDRC) is the place for you_** IDRC is home to people who share a passion for international development research. We look for employees who believe that knowledge and innovation can help solve the world’s most critical challenges. ***Come join our team and help us build a **_more sustainable and inclusive world_** ***Our employment opportunity of the moment**:Security and Travel Specialist** Ottawa, Canada (Hybrid Mode*) ***Take a minute to see if your profile fits IDRC**: ***You have**: - A University degree or college degree in security management and an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience. ASIS CPP, APP, PSP certification or equivalent is an asset. - Proficiency in French and English (reading, writing and speaking). - A minimum of three (3) years of **experience** in security, including travel security experience. International security is an asset. - An in-depth understanding of security matters in an international organization. - An enhanced knowledge in physical security operations and travel management. **You are**: - A skilled communicator with great interpersonal skills. - Competent in planning, organizing, coordinating, negotiating and problem-solving. - Able to work under pressure using your initiative and sound judgment. - A team player within a multidisciplinary group of people from diverse cultures. - Qualified to establish, manage, and monitor relationships with diverse and experienced stakeholders. **you are interested in**: - Implementing and operationalizing the Centre Security Plan. - Supporting and maintaining the physical security operations and coordinating security and travel related work across the Centre. - Maintaining the Centre-wide business continuity plans and programs. - Providing advice and assistance to various stakeholders and partners on different types of incidents, while protecting the interest of the Centre. - Joining an organization that values and models diversity, inclusion, and equity. **Then we are interested in your profile** **_At IDRC, we support your professional development _** **Additional Information**: - Hybrid Mode: Have the flexibility to work in hybrid mode (Minimum 3 days out of 10 in the office). This position requires a "Secret" security clearance to ensure effective interaction with other government organizations in the areas of security, privacy, intelligence and other highly sensitive information. This position requires occasional international travel. The International Development Research Centre is committed to creating and fostering a **respectful, diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace culture** that reflects the people’s lives we impact and the Canadian community we work within, where everyone can truly be themselves. We welcome Indigenous peoples and persons from all races, ethnicities, gender identities and expressions, sexual orientations, as well as persons with physical or mental disabilities to be part of our team. We strive to ensure barrier-free selection processes. If you are contacted regarding a career opportunity, testing or interview, please advise the People and Corporate Culture Division representative of the accommodation measures that must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. **Who can apply? Canadian citizens, permanent residents or a valid Canadian study permit.