Birame BA
Summary
Accomplished Security Management Specialist with over 15 years of progressive experience in humanitarian, diplomatic, and aviation security across Africa. Proven expertise in risk analysis, crisis response, and operational leadership in complex, high-threat environments. Adept at developing and implementing security strategies for international organizations, safeguarding personnel, assets, and operations. Multilingual, culturally sensitive, and committed to supporting humanitarian missions in challenging contexts.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Field Security Support Officer
International Organization for Migration (IOM)
05.2024 - Current
- Provide expert security support to IOM operations, ensuring the safety of staff, assets, and beneficiaries in volatile regions.
- Conduct risk assessments and develop context-specific security plans for field missions, including emergency preparedness and response.
- Advise senior management on evolving threats, mitigation strategies, and compliance with UN and IOM security standards.
- Deliver security briefings and training to staff, fostering a culture of safety and resilience.
- Liaise with UN agencies, government authorities, and local partners to coordinate security measures and share intelligence.
Regional Security Management & Analysis Officer
Save the Children International
06.2020 - 05.2024
- Supported regional security strategy and risk analysis across nine West and Central African countries.
- Advised country offices on compliance with global security standards, enabling safe program delivery in volatile contexts.
- Developed and implemented security protocols, integrating risk mitigation into programming.
- Coordinated crisis response and incident management, leveraging regional intelligence to inform decision-making.
- Mentored local teams, building capacity for rapid adaptation to evolving threats.
Project Manager – US Embassy Dakar Local Guard Program / Operations Manager
SAGAM
01.2015 - 06.2020
- Directed security operations for the US Embassy, overseeing risk management, investigations, and security assessments.
- Managed multidisciplinary teams, ensuring the protection of personnel, facilities, and sensitive information.
- Led investigations into security incidents, producing actionable intelligence and recommendations.
- Designed and executed training programs, enhancing readiness and compliance with international standards.
Security Coordinator
Emirates
09.2013 - 03.2014
- Specialized in travel document verification, fraud prevention, and passenger profiling for international aviation security.
- Conducted investigations into inadmissible passengers and document fraud.
- Delivered targeted training to airline and airport staff, strengthening capacity to detect and respond to threats.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Project Management
University Cheikh Anta DIOP
Dakar 08-2007
Skills
- Security Risk Management Crisis Response & Continuity Planning
- SSAFE Training & Capacity Building Fraud & Safeguarding Investigations
- Strategic Reporting & Compliance Travel Risk Analysis & Advisory
- Stakeholder Engagement Operational Leadership in Complex Environments
COVER LETTER
With over 15 years of progressive experience in humanitarian, diplomatic, and aviation security across Africa, I have proven expertise in risk analysis, crisis response, and operational leadership in high-threat environments. Throughout my career, I have successfully developed and implemented security strategies for international organizations, ensuring the protection of personnel, assets, and operations. My multilingual skills and cultural sensitivity have been instrumental in supporting humanitarian missions and fostering collaboration in complex contexts. In my current role as Field Security Support Officer, I manage security operations and business continuity in high-risk environments, leveraging innovative reporting systems to strengthen accountability and decision-making. I am UN TDC SSAFE certified, with extensive experience delivering training sessions in Niger and Senegal and hold certifications in Fraud Investigation and Safeguarding Investigation. My ability to adapt quickly, maintain operational integrity, and lead strategic initiatives demonstrates my commitment to advancing mission objectives. I am confident that my expertise and dedication will contribute significantly to your team’s success.
Accomplishments
- Led strategic risk assessments and implemented security protocols ensuring operational integrity in volatile regions (Far North, North West & South West Cameroon).
- Delivered multi-site SSAFE training programs, strengthening team resilience and preparedness.
- Developed real-time travel risk alerts and security trend reports, enabling proactive decision-making.
- Oversaw rapid resumption of activities post-security incidents, minimizing operational downtime.
- Finalized critical security reports for regional offices and facilitated knowledge-sharing webinars across missions.
Certification
- UN TDC SSAFE – Trainer (Agadez, Niger & Dakar, Senegal)
- Fraud Investigation – Save The Children International
- Safeguarding Investigation – Save The Children International
- Bachelor’s Degree in Project Management – University Cheikh Anta Diop, Dakar
LANGUAGES
French – Fluent
English – Fluent
Spanish – Elementary
Basketball
Basketball Scout.
Timeline
Field Security Support Officer
International Organization for Migration (IOM)
05.2024 - Current
Regional Security Management & Analysis Officer
Save the Children International
06.2020 - 05.2024
Project Manager – US Embassy Dakar Local Guard Program / Operations Manager
SAGAM
01.2015 - 06.2020
Security Coordinator
Emirates
09.2013 - 03.2014
Bachelor of Science - Project Management
University Cheikh Anta DIOP