Safety and Security Advisor at CARE International - Afghanistan
Afghanistan
- Current
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- Safety and Security Advisor at CARE International - Afghanistan
- Past
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- Safety and Security Advisor at CARE International - Sri Lanka
- Safety and Security Advisor at CARE International - Pakistan
- Security Consultant at CARE USA - Afghanistan
- Security Officer at United Nations Mine Action Program for Afghanistan
- Brigade Headquarters Intelligence Staff at Canadian Forces
- Attache Assistant - Warsaw at Canadian Forces
- Imagery Analyst - Directorate of Imagery Exploitation at Canadian Forces
- Sensor Coordinator at Canadian Forces
- Medical Assistant at Canadian Forces
- Education
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- University of Victoria
- Connections
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- Industry
- Security and Investigations
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Kevin Toomer’s Summary
Security professional concentrating on security for NGOs and others working in conflict zones and complex emergencies. Focused on staff driven risk assessments, a team based approach to security, and context specific solutions that emphasize proactive rather than reactive security.
Specialized Training
First Aid Instructor, Anti-terrorist Driving, Imagery Analysis Course (US), Radar Interpretation Certification (US), Intelligence Analyst Course, Imagery Interpretation Certification (US), Instructional Techniques, Photographic Interpretation (UK), Natural Disasters, Principles of Disaster Management, Defence Attaché Security Training, NGO Security Management, Kidnapping/Hostage Workshop
Kevin Toomer’s Specialties:
NGO security, complex emergencies, hostile environments, negotiations with armed actors, Analyst's Notebook, personal security training.
Kevin Toomer’s Experience
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Safety and Security Advisor
CARE International - Afghanistan
(Non-Profit; 201-500 employees; Non-Profit Organization Management industry)
March 2008 — Present (8 months)
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Safety and Security Advisor
CARE International - Sri Lanka
(Non-Profit; 501-1000 employees; Non-Profit Organization Management industry)
April 2006 — February 2008 (1 year 11 months)
As the first full time Safety and Security Advisor I planned and implemented a team based proactive security plan appropriate to a restrictive and rapidly changing security environment. I also had the opportunity to hone my negotiation skills during several abductions and other incidents involving paramilitary forces.
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Safety and Security Advisor
CARE International - Pakistan
(Non-Profit; 51-200 employees; Non-Profit Organization Management industry)
October 2005 — December 2005 (3 months)
Worked as an immediate response security consultant to the major earthquake in Kashmir region of Pakistan. The scope of work included assessment of the security and safety situation in the response area, development of key contacts through which the Country Office could obtain information, development of the initial security plan and training.
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Security Consultant
CARE USA - Afghanistan
(Non-Profit; 501-1000 employees; Non-Profit Organization Management industry)
June 2005 — July 2005 (2 months)
Hired as a short-term consultant for CARE USA in Afghanistan to determine lessons learned and conduct a “way-forward” security assessment in the wake of a serious security incident. The scope of work included conducting basic security training and a review of kidnapping and hostage-taking preventive measures, program security assessments, location-specific assessments and a general threat assessment.
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Security Officer
United Nations Mine Action Program for Afghanistan
(Government Agency; 201-500 employees; International Affairs industry)
July 2004 — December 2004 (6 months)
Development, maintenance and implementation of safety and security procedures and contingency plans for the organization
Conducted security assessments to support program implementation and development
Investigation of incidents throughout Afghanistan
Developed and maintained close working relationships with other UN security personnel, NGO security personnel as well as with appropriate local authorities
Initiated and conducted Risk Assessments throughout Afghanistan
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Brigade Headquarters Intelligence Staff
Canadian Forces
(Government Agency; Military industry)
April 2001 — April 2004 (3 years 1 month)
Highlights
• serving in Kabul, Afghanistan as second in command of the All Source Intelligence Center, regularly provided critical information and threat assessments to the Deputy Commander of ISAF, Commander of Kabul Multinational Brigade and other senior military and civilian authorities
• developed and implemented a Sensitive Site Exploitation program which later was accepted as Canadian doctrine
• identified the requirement for, and implemented, independent investigations of several attacks against ISAF personnel including a major suicide attack against Canadian soldiers
• serving in Kandahar, Afghanistan as operations Sergeant for the Battalion Group Intelligence Center, regularly planned and participated in intelligence collection patrols. This included security planning for all patrols including CIMIC (Civilian Military Cooperation) patrols
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Attache Assistant - Warsaw
Canadian Forces
(Government Agency; Military industry)
1998 — 2001 (3 years)
In Warsaw, I served as the assistant Defence Attaché, accredited to Poland, Latvia, Lithuania and Estonia. I was responsible for all aspects of organizing and coordinating an English Language Training Program for senior Polish military authorities. This included management of expatriate instructors, budgeting, and visas and travel for Polish military authorities. As well, I was regularly consulted on matters of embassy security, including bomb threats. I advised on evacuation plans, passive security for the embassy, and document security. I was responsible for arranging overflight permissions and landing permissions for Canadian military flights into the countries of accreditation.
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Imagery Analyst - Directorate of Imagery Exploitation
Canadian Forces
(Government Agency; Military industry)
April 1992 — April 1998 (6 years 1 month)
At the Directorate of Imagery Exploitation, I was an imagery analyst responsible for analysis in support of various “hot” zones such as Rwanda and Haiti. I had the opportunity to conduct various special projects in support of deployed troops and non-governmental organizations. I regularly produced critical analytical intelligence reports for Canadian and international consumption.
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Sensor Coordinator
Canadian Forces
(Government Agency; Military industry)
1989 — 1992 (3 years)
As the Sensor Coordinator for the Intelligence Collection and Analysis Centre, I assisted with the development of the Intelligence Collection Plan. I was responsible for Asset Management, developing alternative uses for assets. As this was a newly developing role, I was also very involved in the development of doctrine. During my tour, I was actively involved in domestic operations and an international counter-narcotics operation in which I produced regular threat assessments for senior management.
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Medical Assistant
Canadian Forces
(Military industry)
April 1984 — 1989 (5 years)
Medical Assistant at 4 Field Ambulance and Canadian Forces Hospital Europe in Lahr, Germany
Additional Information
Kevin Toomer’s Websites:
Kevin Toomer’s Interests:
Security, cognitive bias, risk, social networking, collective intelligence, emerging technologies, alternative technologies in developing countries, low and no cost technologies for NGO security, privacy, counter-terrorism, physical fitness, self defense, kettlebells, due diligence, creative commons, fishing, travel.
Kevin Toomer’s Groups:
International Association of Hostage Negotiators (IAHN)
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Financial Crime Risk, Fraud and Security
Kevin Toomer’s Honors:
Canadian Forces Decoration, Special Service Medal, Canadian Peacekeeping Decoration, Commander in Chief Commendation, Southeast Asia Medal, Kabul Campaign Star
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