Employer: International Rescue Committee
Job Overview/Summary:
The Humanitarian Access & Senior Security Officer (HASSO) responsibility is to monitor the overall security situation, enforce security regulations and provide sound and timely advice to IRC Iraq staff and management in order to support the safe access and efficient delivery of program activities in the designated areas of operations in Ninawa governorate. Under the supervision of Ninawa Field Coordinator with the technical supervision of the Humanitarian Access and Security Senior Manager (HASSM).
The HASSO contributes in the analysis of accessibility in and within Ninawa Governorate in order to facilitate useful information for the planning of humanitarian intervention and IRC programs. The HASSO supports the field coordinator in evaluating access constraints for the IRC intervention in Ninawa. The HASSO will maintain, improve and expand principled humanitarian access to conflict-affected populations in area of responsibility through liaison, analysis, monitoring, reporting and training.
Major Responsibilities:
Establish and maintain relations and a network of contacts in Ninawa Governorate (Local Government authority, Security Forces, and other parties concerned) allowing the collection of information and the facilitation of documentation related to the humanitarian access and security in Ninawa, specifically in the areas of current or planned intervention.
Provide technical support to the HASSM on all policies, procedures, guidelines and planning for staff safety, operational security and program continuity;
Work with the Field Coordinator and HASSM to develop, consolidate and implement operating procedures and contingency plans;
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.
Evaluate, review and update the hibernation and evacuation plans for all IRC premises in Ninawa, and ensure that the practical preparations are in place and known to all staff involved;
Conduct safety inspections such as; monthly fire extinguishers, smoke/fire detectors and inspection of IRC facilities as it pertains to health and safety.
Support the HASSM and the Field Coordinator in responding to access and security incidents and work collaboratively with the local authority, law enforcement and other stakeholders to ensure all incidents and accidents (access and security) are followed up and reported as appropriate. Develop and regularly update internal maps on safe and insecure areas.
Conduct security risk assessments as required, to include but not limited to; road assessments, rapid area assessment and ad-hoc area assessment.
Provide technical input and advice in assessments to consider new IRC programs in new geographic areas, and technical input in the writing of new program proposals as required.
Supervise and manage security guards. Ensure they understand their goals, policies, rules and regulations of the organization. Maintain trainings and schedule programs for the security guards. Evaluate and assess performance.
Report any violations to appropriate IRC authority, and participate in preventative initiatives.
Assist in providing regular trainings for IRC staff on security preparedness, prevention and response. Training(s) may include Standard Operational Procedures (SOPs); Contingency Plans (CPs); Security Management; Incident Reporting; Prevention and Response Mechanisms; and Communications. Provide Security Briefing to all new staff and visitors.
Follow and enforce all IRC codes of conduct and policies, and Uphold the mission, values, and spirit of IRC.
Perform other duties as requested by supervisor.
Staff Management and Development
Coach, train, and mentor staff with the aim of strengthening their technical capacity, exchanging knowledge within the team and providing professional development guidance
Supervise and mentor direct-report staff, including communicating clear expectations, setting performance objectives, providing regular and timely performance feedback, and providing documented semi-annual performance reviews.
Provide constructive feedback and counsel on appropriate career paths and professional development.
Promote and monitor staff care and well-being; approve and manage all leave requests to ensure adequate coverage.
Offer leadership support for successful adherence by staff to IRC’s Global HR Operating Policies and Procedures.
Qualifications
Job Requirements:
Bachelor degree, with at least 3 years of experience in humanitarian access, safety & security, including minimum 1 years of experience in supervising guards
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 with strong communication network in the province
Strong information technology and computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Fluent Arabic, and fluency in written and spoken English is preferred.
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.
Training or experience in crisis management, preferable
Training in safety, fire and evacuation procedures, preferable
Training in safety and disaster management, preferable