Hiring organization: Handicap International / Humanity & Inclusion (HI)
Job location: Port-au-Prince, West Department, Haiti
Salary: from 2869 € gross/month; according to professional experience;
Descriptive
Handicap International / Humanity & Inclusion (HI) is an independent and impartial international solidarity association that intervenes in situations of poverty and exclusion, conflict and disaster. Working alongside disabled and vulnerable people, she acts and testifies to meet their essential needs and improve their living conditions. It is committed to promoting respect for their dignity and fundamental rights.
Since its creation in 1982, HI has implemented development programmes in more than 60 countries and intervenes in numerous emergency situations. Today, we have a budget of around 255 million euros, with 4794 employees worldwide.
At Handicap International, we strongly believe in the importance of inclusion and diversity within our structure. This is why we are committed to a disability policy in order to promote the reception and integration of people with disabilities.
Please indicate if you need any special accommodation, including to participate in the 1st interviews. Find more information about the association: www.hi.org.
CONTEXT:
Present in Haiti since 2008, the organization implements projects on the following themes:Functional rehabilitation
Economic inclusion
Inclusive disaster risk management
Humanitarian logistics
Disability rights advocacy and inclusion
Emergency responses (Cholera, internally displaced persons, cyclones, earthquakes, etc.).
The projects are implemented with many local partners, including organizations of people with disabilities, in the departments of West, Lower North-West, North, North-East, South and South-East. Two operational bases are located in Port-au-Prince and Les Cayes (opening of the base as part of the response to the August 2021 earthquake).
HI Haiti had an overall budget of €4.4 million in 2024. The team is composed of 91 staff members (7 international and 84 national). The programme is funded by the Belgian Development Cooperation (DGD), USAID/BHA, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Luxembourg, ECHO, UNICEF, among others.
Accommodation in a shared guest house with wifi internet. As the security situation is volatile, restrictions exist on movement, walking and driving, which may be revised according to events. Despite everything, living conditions are good (restaurants, sports halls, cultural activities, etc.).
Curfew at 6:00 p.m. and limited travel areas.
DESCRIPTION OF THE SECURITY DEPARTMENT
The security department is composed of a Humanitarian Access and Security Manager in charge of supervising and managing the security team, a security officer who ensures the evolution of the context by collecting information, and a liaison officer who guarantees the security of Atlas Logistics projects. . Through focal points, NGO and civil society contacts, the security department provides an analysis of the security context on a daily basis. It provides both internal security training and carries out security assessment missions in hostile areas. HI is a member of the Humanitarian Access Working Group (AHWG) led by OCHA CAR and contributes to the improvement of the humanitarian response in Haiti by supporting the collective efforts of the EHP (Humanitarian Country Team), the Inter-clusters and partners to establish and maintain humanitarian access.
ENJEUX DU POSTE
La/le HASM a pour rôle d’appuyer le Directeur de Programme sur la gestion de la sécurité en Haïti.
L’objectif étant de faciliter la mise en œuvre des activités, tout en minimisant les risques pour le personnel et des biens de HI.
The HASM ensures that risk analyses, security frameworks, protocols and tools are in place, while overseeing their correct and effective implementation. To this end, he/she is involved in the planning and monitoring of operations and plays a key role in incident management.
The HASM is also responsible for strengthening the analysis, dialogue and negotiation capacities of HI teams so that people can fully access humanitarian aid.
This position reports directly to the Program Director.
YOUR MISSION:
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership and Team Management:
Descriptive
Handicap International / Humanity & Inclusion (HI) is an independent and impartial international solidarity association that intervenes in situations of poverty and exclusion, conflict and disaster. Working alongside disabled and vulnerable people, she acts and testifies to meet their essential needs and improve their living conditions. It is committed to promoting respect for their dignity and fundamental rights.
Since its creation in 1982, HI has implemented development programmes in more than 60 countries and intervenes in numerous emergency situations. Today, we have a budget of around 255 million euros, with 4794 employees worldwide.
At Handicap International, we strongly believe in the importance of inclusion and diversity within our structure. This is why we are committed to a disability policy in order to promote the reception and integration of people with disabilities.
Please indicate if you need any special accommodation, including to participate in the 1st interviews. Find more information about the association: www.hi.org.
CONTEXT:
Present in Haiti since 2008, the organization implements projects on the following themes:Functional rehabilitation
Economic inclusion
Inclusive disaster risk management
Humanitarian logistics
Disability rights advocacy and inclusion
Emergency responses (Cholera, internally displaced persons, cyclones, earthquakes, etc.).
The projects are implemented with many local partners, including organizations of people with disabilities, in the departments of West, Lower North-West, North, North-East, South and South-East. Two operational bases are located in Port-au-Prince and Les Cayes (opening of the base as part of the response to the August 2021 earthquake).
HI Haiti had an overall budget of €4.4 million in 2024. The team is composed of 91 staff members (7 international and 84 national). The programme is funded by the Belgian Development Cooperation (DGD), USAID/BHA, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Luxembourg, ECHO, UNICEF, among others.
Accommodation in a shared guest house with wifi internet. As the security situation is volatile, restrictions exist on movement, walking and driving, which may be revised according to events. Despite everything, living conditions are good (restaurants, sports halls, cultural activities, etc.).
Curfew at 6:00 p.m. and limited travel areas.
DESCRIPTION OF THE SECURITY DEPARTMENT
The security department is composed of a Humanitarian Access and Security Manager in charge of supervising and managing the security team, a security officer who ensures the evolution of the context by collecting information, and a liaison officer who guarantees the security of Atlas Logistics projects. . Through focal points, NGO and civil society contacts, the security department provides an analysis of the security context on a daily basis. It provides both internal security training and carries out security assessment missions in hostile areas. HI is a member of the Humanitarian Access Working Group (AHWG) led by OCHA CAR and contributes to the improvement of the humanitarian response in Haiti by supporting the collective efforts of the EHP (Humanitarian Country Team), the Inter-clusters and partners to establish and maintain humanitarian access.
ENJEUX DU POSTE
La/le HASM a pour rôle d’appuyer le Directeur de Programme sur la gestion de la sécurité en Haïti.
L’objectif étant de faciliter la mise en œuvre des activités, tout en minimisant les risques pour le personnel et des biens de HI.
The HASM ensures that risk analyses, security frameworks, protocols and tools are in place, while overseeing their correct and effective implementation. To this end, he/she is involved in the planning and monitoring of operations and plays a key role in incident management.
The HASM is also responsible for strengthening the analysis, dialogue and negotiation capacities of HI teams so that people can fully access humanitarian aid.
This position reports directly to the Program Director.
YOUR MISSION:
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership and Team Management:
You lead your team by example by embodying HI's values and fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation. You clarify strategic objectives and translate them into operational objectives for the team, organize operations, drive performance and facilitate problem solving. You will support the teams in the development of their skills and ensure that a culture of safety is fostered within the program and ensures the continuous professional development of the teams.
You will support and coach team members, ensuring their professional development, commitment and compliance with HI's policies and code of conduct.
Standards and Expertise:
You will support and coach team members, ensuring their professional development, commitment and compliance with HI's policies and code of conduct.
Standards and Expertise:
you will contribute to the development, updating and implementation of HI's safety management system, ensure the implementation of HI's security policies, adapting them, if necessary, to the local context. You contribute to the drafting and implementation of the program's operational strategy.
Operational implementation:
Operational implementation:
you ensure a follow-upto local, national and regional contexts in collaboration with colleagues in the region, strengthen HI's acceptance and presence by consolidating relationships with key contacts and local stakeholders.
As the guarantor of the operational management of security, youcarry out safety assessments and make recommendations to guarantee the safety of operations. You advise on security risks, resources, security frameworks and contribute to the drafting of project proposals.
You oversee incident and crisis management, ensuring a quick and effective response, and make regular field visits.
You support the Country Manager in the development of strategies to improve humanitarian access and lead negotiations with authorities and key actors to open up new geographical areas.
Emergency preparedness:
As the guarantor of the operational management of security, youcarry out safety assessments and make recommendations to guarantee the safety of operations. You advise on security risks, resources, security frameworks and contribute to the drafting of project proposals.
You oversee incident and crisis management, ensuring a quick and effective response, and make regular field visits.
You support the Country Manager in the development of strategies to improve humanitarian access and lead negotiations with authorities and key actors to open up new geographical areas.
Emergency preparedness:
you will lead emergency preparedness actions and, in the event of a crisis, adapt the team's priorities in order to respond quickly and effectively to humanitarian needs.
Representation and Coordination: You will represent HI in bilateral meetings with humanitarian and local actors, as required. You will develop and expand HI's network of contacts with security specialists, international NGOs, UN agencies and local government entities.
Qualifications and Competencies:
Representation and Coordination: You will represent HI in bilateral meetings with humanitarian and local actors, as required. You will develop and expand HI's network of contacts with security specialists, international NGOs, UN agencies and local government entities.
Qualifications and Competencies:
Proficiency in Creole is a plus.
Ability to work effectively in complex and pressured environments.
Profile
YOUR PROFILE:
We are looking for a proven track record in security management, humanitarian access and team management, as well as a strong knowledge of security management systems, humanitarian policy and crisis management.
Your excellent communication and negotiation skills, your ability to influence and develop relationships at all levels will be necessary assets to succeed in the role.
You have good stress management skills and have to respond to changing needs
You demonstrate a spirit of initiative, creativity and sensitivity.
Benefits
CONDITIONS:
At HI, the conditions of departure are commensurate with your commitment and adapted to the context of your mission. Particular attention is paid to health issues and your personal situation: https://hi.org/fr/travailler-chez-hi
· 12-month international contract ideally starting in February 2025;
· The international contract allows for social security coverage adapted to the needs of each individual:Unemployment insurance levied only for EU nationals;
Pension insurance;
Health coverage, repatriation, provident insurance paid for by HI and by the employee;
· Salary: from 2869 € gross/month; according to professional experience;
· Perdiem €1017.08 and Hardship €500 paid in local currency on the field;
· Paid leave: 25 days per year;
· R&R: 5 days every 8 weeks
· Conditions: individual accommodation
· If you are a resident of the country: local package.
Ability to work effectively in complex and pressured environments.
Profile
YOUR PROFILE:
We are looking for a proven track record in security management, humanitarian access and team management, as well as a strong knowledge of security management systems, humanitarian policy and crisis management.
Your excellent communication and negotiation skills, your ability to influence and develop relationships at all levels will be necessary assets to succeed in the role.
You have good stress management skills and have to respond to changing needs
You demonstrate a spirit of initiative, creativity and sensitivity.
Benefits
CONDITIONS:
At HI, the conditions of departure are commensurate with your commitment and adapted to the context of your mission. Particular attention is paid to health issues and your personal situation: https://hi.org/fr/travailler-chez-hi
· 12-month international contract ideally starting in February 2025;
· The international contract allows for social security coverage adapted to the needs of each individual:Unemployment insurance levied only for EU nationals;
Pension insurance;
Health coverage, repatriation, provident insurance paid for by HI and by the employee;
· Salary: from 2869 € gross/month; according to professional experience;
· Perdiem €1017.08 and Hardship €500 paid in local currency on the field;
· Paid leave: 25 days per year;
· R&R: 5 days every 8 weeks
· Conditions: individual accommodation
· If you are a resident of the country: local package.