Employer: Oxfam
The Role
Oxfam is looking for Safety and Security Coordinator.
What we are looking for
Essential
University degree in political science, international relations, humanitarian affairs, or security management. Alternatively, a technical degree or certification in a safety and security related field with considerable field experience.
A minimum of 5 years working with security management including NGO work experience within international humanitarian assistance programmes.
Strong knowledge of the safety and security context in Myanmar, including but not limited to conflict and displacement patterns.
Considerable practical experience of security assessment, planning and implementation of procedures in the context of UN or NGO humanitarian operations,
Proven experience working successfully with local stakeholders such as local and international NGOs, government, etc. with sensitivity and diplomacy
Proven experience of field-based training e.g. Hazardous Environment Awareness Trainings (HEAT).
Understanding the humanitarian principles, code of conduct and specific sub-sector work linked to NGO field and operations contexts.
Advanced knowledge in communications technology, including, satellite communications, cell phone mediums, etc.
Ability to advice and support field staff in a consultative manner.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, together with the capacity to remain calm under pressure and not lose sight of strategic priorities. Must be organised and efficient.
A sound understanding of the importance of gender.
Sensitivity to cultural differences and the ability to work in a wide variety of cultural contexts.
Willingness to travel at short notice, and often in difficult circumstances.
Committed to Oxfam principles
Fluency in English & Burmese, working knowledge of local languages is a strong asset.