Bashar Yakubu

Security, Humanitarian, and Public Health Professional

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MaiduguriMember since August 15, 2026

Security Risk Assessment and AnalysisField Security CoordinationHumanitarian Security ManagementSecurity Information ManagementIncident Reporting and DocumentationEmergency Response CoordinationCrisis ManagementConflict Analysis and Conflict SensitivityCommunity Engagement and Acceptance StrategyHumanitarian Access and NegotiationStaff Safety and Security AwarenessOperational Planning and CoordinationStakeholder and Government LiaisonSituation Monitoring and ReportingTeam Leadership and SupervisionSecurity Briefings and Staff TrainingTravel Risk ManagementSurveillance AwarenessCommunication and Negotiation SkillsConfidential Information HandlingMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft OutlookDHIS2Kobo CollectIncident and Situation ReportingSecurity Risk AssessmentSecurity Incident ManagementSecurity Briefings

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About

Dedicated and highly motivated Security, Humanitarian, and Public Health Professional with over 10 years of experience supporting humanitarian and development programmes across Nigeria. Proven expertise in field security coordination, risk assessment, community engagement, stakeholder liaison, incident reporting, and operational support in complex and high-risk environments. Experienced in working with leading international organizations, including WHO, UNICEF/GAVI, Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), Plan International, and other humanitarian partners.

Demonstrated ability to coordinate field operations, assess security risks, gather and analyze information, liaise with government authorities and community leaders, and support the safe implementation of humanitarian programmes. Possesses strong analytical, communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills, with a commitment to humanitarian principles, confidentiality, professionalism, and organizational security objectives.

Experience

Health Officer - UNICEF/GAVI Partnership - Katsina State

(2023-01 - 2025-03)

Coordinated field activities across multiple LGAs while ensuring staff safety and secure movement planning.
Maintained strong relationships with community leaders and local authorities to monitor field risks.
Provided regular situation reports from communities to support operational planning.
Identified security concerns affecting outreach activities and recommended mitigation measures.
Supported safe implementation of programs in hard-to-reach and sensitive areas.

Community Engagement Consultant - LHSS Project - Sokoto State

(2022-05 - 2023-10)

Built trusted networks with traditional leaders and community structures for information sharing.
Monitored community dynamics and reported emerging risks affecting project implementation.
Supported conflict-sensitive communication between communities and service providers.

Program Support Consultant – SHOW Project - Plan International - Sokoto State

(2020-05 - 2022-04)

Assisted coordination of field teams and ensured adherence to operational procedures.
Supported monitoring visits and documented field observations relevant to safety and access.
Facilitated stakeholder meetings involving government and community actors.

Program Assistant - Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) - Zamfara State

(2017-11 - 2020-06)

Worked in emergency and outbreak response environments requiring strict security compliance.
Coordinated logistics and movements in volatile locations.
Maintained communication between teams, local authorities, and partners.
Supported incident reporting and operational risk awareness.

Field Volunteer - World Health Organization (WHO) - Katsina State

(2011-01 - 2014-12)

Supported community outreach and surveillance activities.
Strengthened grassroots information flow for program planning.

Chief Security Officer - DRC - Borno State, Nigeria

(2019-01 - 2020-12)

Served as Chief Security Officer, leading security operations and supporting field activities in high-risk and conflict-affected areas of Borno State. Conducted security risk assessments, coordinated incident prevention and response, ensured the safety of personnel and project assets, and maintained effective liaison with local security agencies and community stakeholders. Successfully contributed to the secure implementation of field operations through strong leadership, strategic planning, and adherence to security protocols in a challenging operational environment.