Jul 8, 2019

Travel and Security Advisor

Employer: Comic Relief
Location: London, UK
Closing date July 10, 2019

Team: Impact and Investment
Role closes – 12:00pm, 10th Jul 2019 BST (Europe/London)
Sal: £28,000 – 31,000

The Travel & Security Advisor will work closely with, and support, the Travel & Engagement Team to ensure the successful delivery of, and adherence to Comic Relief’s travel policy and practice. They are responsible for creating responsible travel solutions for CR travellers and guests in compliance with CR policies to ensure safe and productive trips.

Key Accountabilities / Objectives
Work closely with the Travel & Engagement Coordinator and Travel Risk & Engagement Manager to deliver safe and impactful travel for colleagues, partners and advocates
Act as the point of contact for staff arranging travel plans to guide and ensure staff are following CR travel procedures at all stages of planning, travel and aftercare
Sign off low to medium risk Risk Assessments
Assist with management of the travel booking system
Assist with development and maintenance of electronic risk assessment process
Research and develop guidance on working with international partner organisations from a risk perspective
Assist with development of and maintenance of the CR In-country resource database
Keep up to date with developments in global security and best practice within the security sector
Support development and delivery of CR travel policies and internal training as required
Actively participate in collaborative Cross-functional working both within the Impact and Investment department and across the wider organisation
Occasionally may be required to monitor 24-hour emergency phone when Travel Risk & Engagement Manager and Travel & Engagement Coordinator are unavailable
Some travel (including international) may be required within this role
Essential Education and Skills
Good understanding of risks and safety requirements associated to remote international travel
Experience using risk assessment tools and techniques
Experience and understanding of travel processes and practice
Good understanding of organisational duty of care and sectoral best practice
Solid IT literacy in MS Windows, MS Office and Outlook
Key Competencies
A proactive professional able to use their initiative effectively to add value
Good relationship management skills
Collaborative, cross-functional approach that engages stakeholders
Excellent attention to detail, time management and organisation skills
Good communication skills, written and oral
A positive and fun individual with a “can do” attitude


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