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Ridwan Mahmud

Ridwan Mahmud

Humanitarian Access, Security and Risk Management expert
Cox's Bazar,Chattogram

Work Preference

Desired Job Title

Regional Security Manager

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

RemoteOn-SiteHybrid
Location: Cox's Bazar, Chattogram, BD
Open to relocation: Yes

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursPersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsWork from home optionPaid time off

Summary

Dedicated member of the Nigeria INGO Forum, championing humanitarian access and safety strategies. Advocates for improved access to communities, both for the humanitarian community and the communities themselves. Excels at navigating complex challenges in crisis zones, utilizing robust analytical skills to ensure risk reduction and project efficacy. Expertise in security management, valuable to organizations such as the Danish Refugee Council, Oxfam GB, and Medecins Sans Frontieres. Experienced in Operations and Mission support, with a deep understanding of programmatic aspects and their incorporation into security management.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
10
10
Certifications
6
6
Languages

Work History

Regional Security Lead

Not to disclose-On demands only
Asia, Asia
05.2026 - Current
  • Coordinated with other departments to develop effective communication channels during emergencies, enhancing organizational readiness and resilience.
  • Monitored daily operations, identifying potential vulnerabilities and addressing them proactively to prevent breaches or incidents.
  • Developed comprehensive training programs for new hires, maintaining high levels of preparedness among staff members.
  • Streamlined emergency response protocols, resulting in faster reaction times during crisis situations.
  • Developed and implemented security policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for operations and maintain quality standards.
  • Led cross-departmental initiatives to develop and implement comprehensive emergency preparedness plans, enhancing overall organizational resilience.
  • Supervised event security teams, providing a safe environment for attendees while minimizing disruptions or disturbances.

Humanitarian Access Specialist

Norwegian Refugee Council
Maiduguri, Nigeria
10.2024 - 08.2025

Access Advisor for INGO Forum

Humanitarian Access Advisor

3iSolution
Maiduguri, Nigeria
01.2024 - 09.2024

Safety Coordinator

Danish Refugee Council
08.2023 - 12.2023

Country Security Advisor

Oxfam
05.2020 - 07.2023

Head of Mission Support

Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)
05.2018 - 04.2020

P.C. Liaison Officer

Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)
11.2017 - 04.2018

Education

Masters - Public Policy and Leadership

East Delta University
01.2020 - 07.2021

Bachelor's degree - Political Science and Government

National University
01.2010 - 12.2016

Diploma - International Human Rights and Justice

Cox's Bazar International University
01.2019 - 12.2020

Diploma - International Refugee Protection

Cox's Bazar International University
01.2019 - 12.2020

Skills

Risk management

Crisis Management

Incident response

Security protocols

Disaster recovery

Excellent communication

Critical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Certification

Intro to security management - Introduction à la gestion de la sécurité - Introducción a la gestión de la seguridad

Awards

Savvy Global Fellow

Work Availability

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Timeline

Regional Security Lead

Not to disclose-On demands only
05.2026 - Current

Humanitarian Access Specialist

Norwegian Refugee Council
10.2024 - 08.2025

Humanitarian Access Advisor

3iSolution
01.2024 - 09.2024

Safety Coordinator

Danish Refugee Council
08.2023 - 12.2023

Country Security Advisor

Oxfam
05.2020 - 07.2023

Masters - Public Policy and Leadership

East Delta University
01.2020 - 07.2021

Diploma - International Human Rights and Justice

Cox's Bazar International University
01.2019 - 12.2020

Diploma - International Refugee Protection

Cox's Bazar International University
01.2019 - 12.2020

Head of Mission Support

Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)
05.2018 - 04.2020

P.C. Liaison Officer

Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)
11.2017 - 04.2018

Bachelor's degree - Political Science and Government

National University
01.2010 - 12.2016
Ridwan MahmudHumanitarian Access, Security and Risk Management expert