Jul 16, 2016

Safety & Security Officer , Iraq

Location:  Erbil , Iraq 
Closing date: 31 Aug 2016


Safety and Security Management Planning

• Provide technical support to the SSSM on all policies, procedures, guidelines and planning for staff safety, operational security and program continuity;
• Work with SSSM to develop, consolidate and implement operating procedures and contingency plans;
• Evaluate, review and update the hibernation and evacuation plans for all IRC offices and residences in Erbil and the region, and ensure that the practical preparations are in place and known to all staff involved;
• Conduct risk assessments of contracted and prospective offices and residences.
• Undertake continual assessments of equipment to ensure that minimal conditions for security are being met.
• Conduct safety inspections such as; monthly fire extinguishers, smoke/fire detectors and inspection of IRC facilities as it pertains to health and safety.
• Building Acceptance to empower and expand humanitarian programming
• Uphold the mission, values, and spirit of IRC.
• Follow and enforce all IRC codes of conduct and policies (worldwide and in-country).
• Report any violations to appropriate IRC authority, and participate in preventative initiatives.
• Actively seek opportunities that will complement ability to fulfill position’s responsibilities as well as further professional development, such as taking part in internal and external trainings.
• Perform other duties as requested by supervisor. Monitoring, Analysis and Supervision
• Identify, establish and manage context appropriate approach to assure IRC facilities are secure – i.e. third party security companies.
• Submit daily contextual updates (daily Security Report) as needed to the SSSM.
• Work closely with IRC teams to ensure all incidents and accidents are followed up with an official written report, which is then shared with relevant stakeholders and filed appropriately.
• Coordinate regularly with the SSSM on safety and security, and fulfill reporting requirements to the region.Security Orientation
• Provide Training(s) that may include Standard Operational Procedures (SOPs); Contingency Plans (CPs); Security Management; Incident Reporting; Prevention and Response Mechanisms; Communications (Equipment - Thuraya; protocols). Job 

Requirements:
• Proven ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• Stable, moral and robust character and a good team-player
• Excellent communication skills, calm, with a good sense of humor
• Proven commitment to accountability practices
• Strong information technology skills
• Fluent in written and spoken English, Kurdish and Arabic
• Training or experience in crisis management
• Training in safety, fire and evacuation procedures
• Training in safety and disaster management
• Experience negotiating access for humanitarian or other agencies



How to apply
Qualified Candidates should submit Cover Letters with their CVs attached electronically to xxxxxxxxxx@xxxxxxxx.org

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