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The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) Delegation in Ethiopia is looking to hire an experienced, highly motivated and qualified person to fill the position of Security & Safety Officer 3 (12 months fixed term Contract) based in Addis Ababa.

PURPOSE

The Security & Safety Officer 3 advises and supports delegation management on potential risks to ICRC and ensures, together with management, the proper functioning of the Delegation’s security management system.

GENERAL DUTIES

• Understands and adheres to the seven Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement

• Understands and adheres to the ICRC Code of Conduct

• Understands the roles of the components of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement

• Respects and observes staff regulations and security rules in Ethiopia

• Represents the ICRC in a professional manner at all times

• Develops and maintains a pleasant and conducive working environment with colleagues and line managers

• Performs all duties with the highest level of confidentiality in the interest of the employees and the ICRC

• May be asked to perform tasks not covered in this job description and to provide support to other departments when necessary

ACCOUNTABILITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• In close coordination with the Field Security & Crisis Management Coordinator (FSCM Co)

• Develops / updates security rules and relevant security, safety and crisis management tools (e.g risk assessment, contingency plan). Ensures their periodic reviews and compliance.

• Develops / updates monitoring tools for security and safety-related matters (e.g security and safety plan of action).

• Ensures all incidents, including near misses, are reported timely using the ICRC incident reporting format (SMIP).

• Provides analysis on developments and potential security / safety impacts on ICRC staff & assets.

• Assesses and advises the Administration unit on the security content of service contracts, including on issues of data-protection.

• In coordination with Radio Room, ensures field movements are properly monitored through radio communication, mobile phones or other means.

• Ensures that vehicles are equipped with first aid kit.

• Ensures that staff is equipped with appropriate communication equipment (satellite phones or VHF/HF radios in areas where mobile phone coverage is limited or prone to disruptions) and knows how to use them (in coordination with Radio Rooms).

• Prepares / conducts written and oral security and safety briefings for all new delegates / staff / visitors / contractors and oversees the quarterly updating of the Welcome file’s security section.

• Develops / update effective functioning protocols (SOPs) for the security company contractor to comply with (in particular entry/exit, screening, visitor handling, movement of material, compound security). Ensures it is tailored for the different ICRC sub-structures. Conducts briefings / refresher to security guards based on needs.

• Ensures contingency and evacuation plans are in place and up to date, and that staff are trained on how to behave in case of emergency (e,g fire/medical evacuation, mass demonstrations, natural disasters).

• Ensures systematic capacity building of the security and safety department.

• Contributes to setting up / strengthening a network of relevant contacts for security/safety matters.

• Is in charge of conducting / supervising / planning security and safety trainings.

• Covers for the FSCM Coordinator during the latter’s absence, and/or upon request

• Interacts with Addis Abeba Management team based on needs.

Job Requirements

• Master’s or bachelor’s degree in the field of Security or criminology

  • Relevant Security and Safety trainings (Diploma or certificate)

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in managing security and safety in Humanitarian or corporate sector. Previous military or police service experience may also be considered.

  • Security/safety management background preferred, experience in crisis management a strong asset.

  • Excellent knowledge of English and Amahric

  • Other local languages are an asset

  • Computer literacy

How to Apply

Electronic application can be made ONLY through THIS LINK, Candidates are expected to attach their CVs and application letter.

Closing date: March 24, 2023

Women and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply.
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted at all stages of the selection process