Employer. World Vision
Location: Lebanon
Purpose Position:
To support the Risk Manager and the Team in the planning, implementing and monitoring of Safety Management in the Akkar Area. Moreover, assist in assessing local impact Safety issues, and in minimizing personal and operational risk for staff. And to help ensure Safety and protection of staff and physical assets.
Major Tasks:
Conduct Safety assessments and threat analysis of operating environment
Attend Safety meetings and prepare Safety reports
Provide monthly fleet and transport management reports as per WVI Logistics’ reporting policies.
Ensure the payment processing for all the contracted vehicles (light and heavy vehicles) are done in
timely manner.
Keep staff up to date on Safety developments
Ensure the implementation of the minimum Safety management procedures and standards in the area of operations
Provide regular briefings and updates to the team and visitors
Liaise with other NGO’s, UN agencies, government bodies and attend relevant Safety meetings
Work closely with the National Safety Manager
Monitor staff movements tracking systems and provide regular info to staff on safety of their movement
Check on the functioning of different materials (B-Gun-radios-Iridium...) and assign communications material to staff as appropriate
Liaise with the local authorities and inform them about the distribution schedule
Be present during distributions in order to maximise staff and resources safety
Send incidents reports to Safety Manager
Contribute towards staff capacity building
Ensure WVI transport policies are fully followed by all.
Ensure appropriate use of vehicles by all staff (e.g. use of seatbelts, adherence to speed limits, vehicle booking process and movement monitoring system)
EDUCATION / SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:
Education
College degree in a field related to Social Sciences, Law, or Safety Management or equivalent experience in a related field
Certified in basic life support, preferably on paramedic level.
Knowledge and Skills
Good command of Arabic and English.
Gives attention to detail and has an analytical mindset.
Good communication skills, both oral and written.
Good Team player
Willingness to multi-task
Able to take independence of action when required
Proven ability to work effectively under pressure displaying sound initiative and good judgment
Values diversity
Excellent networker
Have mature and sound judgment
Computer literate (MS Office)
Hold a valid driving license
Experience
Proven Safety management skills, with emphasis on the unique Safety requirements of humanitarian aid work
Have at least 2 years of field Safety experience
Additional practical knowledge of tools and mechanisms and procedures for personal and organizational Safety in relevant specialist areas such as Safety in the field, Safety communications, physical Safety, critical incident management, occupational safety and Safety training
Direct personal experience of working successfully in hostile environments or under difficult operational circumstances
**Work Environment: **
70% local travel
30% office based
Position requires availability and willingness to work outside regular office hours occasionally
EMPLOYMENT TYPE:
Local Contract - Full Time (1 year)
How to apply:
Qualified candidates are requested to send their CV to the following e-mail address. Please mention the position in your email subject. ONLY shortlisted candidates will be contacted:
E-mail address: lbn_cv@wvi.org
Location: Lebanon
Purpose Position:
To support the Risk Manager and the Team in the planning, implementing and monitoring of Safety Management in the Akkar Area. Moreover, assist in assessing local impact Safety issues, and in minimizing personal and operational risk for staff. And to help ensure Safety and protection of staff and physical assets.
Major Tasks:
Conduct Safety assessments and threat analysis of operating environment
Attend Safety meetings and prepare Safety reports
Provide monthly fleet and transport management reports as per WVI Logistics’ reporting policies.
Ensure the payment processing for all the contracted vehicles (light and heavy vehicles) are done in
timely manner.
Keep staff up to date on Safety developments
Ensure the implementation of the minimum Safety management procedures and standards in the area of operations
Provide regular briefings and updates to the team and visitors
Liaise with other NGO’s, UN agencies, government bodies and attend relevant Safety meetings
Work closely with the National Safety Manager
Monitor staff movements tracking systems and provide regular info to staff on safety of their movement
Check on the functioning of different materials (B-Gun-radios-Iridium...) and assign communications material to staff as appropriate
Liaise with the local authorities and inform them about the distribution schedule
Be present during distributions in order to maximise staff and resources safety
Send incidents reports to Safety Manager
Contribute towards staff capacity building
Ensure WVI transport policies are fully followed by all.
Ensure appropriate use of vehicles by all staff (e.g. use of seatbelts, adherence to speed limits, vehicle booking process and movement monitoring system)
EDUCATION / SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:
Education
College degree in a field related to Social Sciences, Law, or Safety Management or equivalent experience in a related field
Certified in basic life support, preferably on paramedic level.
Knowledge and Skills
Good command of Arabic and English.
Gives attention to detail and has an analytical mindset.
Good communication skills, both oral and written.
Good Team player
Willingness to multi-task
Able to take independence of action when required
Proven ability to work effectively under pressure displaying sound initiative and good judgment
Values diversity
Excellent networker
Have mature and sound judgment
Computer literate (MS Office)
Hold a valid driving license
Experience
Proven Safety management skills, with emphasis on the unique Safety requirements of humanitarian aid work
Have at least 2 years of field Safety experience
Additional practical knowledge of tools and mechanisms and procedures for personal and organizational Safety in relevant specialist areas such as Safety in the field, Safety communications, physical Safety, critical incident management, occupational safety and Safety training
Direct personal experience of working successfully in hostile environments or under difficult operational circumstances
**Work Environment: **
70% local travel
30% office based
Position requires availability and willingness to work outside regular office hours occasionally
EMPLOYMENT TYPE:
Local Contract - Full Time (1 year)
How to apply:
Qualified candidates are requested to send their CV to the following e-mail address. Please mention the position in your email subject. ONLY shortlisted candidates will be contacted:
E-mail address: lbn_cv@wvi.org