John Iliffe Email & Phone Number

United Kingdom

✔Operational Leadership: Lead and oversee all program operations, ensuring the safety of personnel and partners through comprehensive risk mitigation and security planning. Provide strategic guidance on operational protocols to ensure continuity and safety across all project activities;✔Program Support and Design: Contribute to the design and implementation of Internews’ global programs, integrating risk assessment and operational efficiency into each phase to align with project goals and partner needs;✔Security and Risk Mitigation: Advise on and support the development of security plans for partners, enabling effective threat mitigation tailored to regional security landscapes. Monitor security developments and assess potential impacts on Internews' operations in high-risk areas, including Afghanistan;✔ Crisis Response Coordination: Oversee the coordination and management of crisis response activities, deploying resources and personnel effectively to handle emergencies and minimize operational disruptions;✔Stakeholder Liaison and Representation: Act as a representative for Internews within security coordination networks and liaise with international and local agencies to ensure cohesive, well-informed security practices. Maintain active engagement in Afghanistan's security coordination platforms; ✔Compliance and Policy Adherence: Ensure all operations adhere to USAID security protocols, internal policies, and procedural guidelines. Maintain compliance across program activities to align with both donor and organizational standards;✔Reporting and Documentation: Provide timely and accurate security reports to the Internews Security Team and Afghanistan Country Director, adhering to internal reporting standards for transparent risk communication;✔Commitment to Core Values: Uphold and exemplify Internews' Core Values in all professional interactions and program activities, demonstrating dedication to the organization's mission and ethical standards;

Kabul Afghanistan

✔Risk Mitigation for Media Development Projects: Managed comprehensive risk mitigation strategies for media development initiatives across Kabul, providing critical support for social media networks and local partners throughout Afghanistan. Ensured secure project execution within volatile environments;✔Threat and Vulnerability Assessment: Conducted thorough threat assessments and vulnerability analyses to safeguard project personnel and resources, proactively addressing potential security issues affecting local and regional media operations;✔Incident Management and Response: Led incident management efforts, responding promptly to security concerns and implementing procedures to minimize risk exposure for project teams and local partners.

Kabul

✔Host Country and Expatriate Training: Delivered specialized training in advanced trauma response techniques and use of field equipment to both local personnel and expatriate staff, enhancing preparedness for operations in high-risk environments;✔Safeguarding and Mentorship: Provided mentorship and safety guidance to international development personnel, fostering a secure operational atmosphere by equipping teams with critical skills for navigating hostile settings;✔Field Trauma and Emergency Preparedness: Ensured readiness for field emergencies through hands-on instruction in trauma care, increasing resilience and response capabilities of personnel operating in volatile regions.

Kandahar Afghanistan

✔Advanced Trauma and Equipment Training: Provided in-depth training on advanced trauma techniques and critical equipment use to the Afghan Public Protection Force (APPF) and expatriate clients, preparing them for rapid response in high-risk environments;✔Hostile Environment Awareness: Conducted situational awareness training tailored to hostile environments, equipping personnel with the skills needed to identify and mitigate potential threats effectively;✔Mentorship and Preparedness: Mentored APPF personnel and international relief staff, reinforcing knowledge and skills to enhance safety and resilience in challenging operational settings.

Kabul Afghanistan

✔Leadership and Team Management: Led a diverse team of expatriates and local personnel on a high-stakes civilian and Department of Defense (DOD) contract, ensuring seamless coordination and execution of operations under challenging conditions;✔Reconnaissance and Logistics Coordination: Oversaw aerial reconnaissance missions for potential mining sites and managed strategic city moves, optimizing team safety and operational efficiency in volatile environments;✔Operational Risk Management: Conducted threat assessments and incident management to mitigate risks, implementing best practices to protect team members and assets during high-risk assignments.

✔Training and Mentorship: Developed and delivered comprehensive training programs for multiple shifts of host country national guard members, enhancing their operational readiness and response capabilities;✔Security Advisory and SOP Development: Provided security expertise to the Japanese embassy, drafting Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) that addressed the full spectrum of security challenges across Afghanistan’s provinces. Ensured compliance with best practices in embassy security;✔Intelligence and Liaison Activities: Offered timely security advice and intelligence updates to visiting dignitaries and high-level delegations, serving as a critical liaison with external agencies to coordinate safety measures and response strategies.

Fob Kalsu Iraq

✔Technical Site Surveys: Conducted comprehensive technical site surveys for the US Corps of Engineers during a critical post-war reconstruction phase in Southern Iraq, ensuring effective project planning and implementation in a high-risk environment;✔Community Liaison and Support: Engaged with local populations and Iraqi Security Forces (ISF) as part of the Sons of Iraq initiative, fostering relationships and supporting community engagement to promote stability and security;✔Intelligence Gathering and Reporting: Collected and analyzed ground truth data and local atmospherics to provide actionable insights for US military operations, particularly in areas affected by sectarian tensions.

Kabul

✔Team Command and Leadership: Led a 15-member security team at the British Embassy in Kabul, providing strategic security advice to the British Ambassador and officials from the Department for International Development (DFID) under the Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO) contract;✔Liaison and Coordination: Collaborated with the Serious Organized Crime Agency (SOCA) during the Afghanistan opium poppy eradication program, enhancing operational effectiveness through coordination with key stakeholders;✔Training and Capacity Building: Delivered hostile environment training to armed personnel, equipping them with essential skills and knowledge to navigate and operate safely in high-risk situations.

Baghdad

✔Close Protection Services: Served as a vital member of the close protection team under the Her Majesty's Government (HMG) Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO) contract, ensuring the safety of British government officials, diplomats, select committees, and senior dignitaries in a high-threat environment during the post-war reconstruction phase;✔Operational Support for US Treasury: Functioned as a Personal Protection Operative on the commercial team for the US Treasury contract within the US Embassy, safeguarding staff members during monetary mentoring sessions and audits at the Ministry of Finance and Central Bank in Baghdad;✔Crisis Response and Risk Mitigation: Effectively assessed and managed risks associated with personal security in a volatile setting, employing tactical skills to navigate potential threats and enhance operational safety.

Master Of Science - Msc, Risk Crisis And Disaster Management (With Merit)

Acquired a comprehensive understanding of risk and crisis management theories and their practical applications in addressing real-world.

General Certificate Of Secondary Education

✔Mathematics ✔Geography ✔English linguistics ✔English Literature ✔Triple Award Science ✔Art and design ✔Physical education ✔Information.

Certificate In Criminology & Psychological Profiling Course, Merit

✔Introduction to Criminology and Profiling ✔Classification of Crime ✔Violent Crimes ✔The Crime Scene ✔Dealing with Crime ✔Understanding.