Hiring organization: International Rescue Committee
Job location: Chad
Closing date: 22 Aug 2025
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.
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The IRC is currently seeking a Humanitarian Access and Security Coordinator (HASC) for its program in Chad. This role will be pivotal in ensuring contextually relevant security policies, providing expert guidance on humanitarian access, monitoring security dynamics, and overseeing a team of security professionals.
Responsibilities:
Facilitation of Humanitarian Access (25%)
· Facilitate the development of an access strategy and framework for the country program.
· Support the Security Foal Points (SFP) as well as program teams in the design of operational strategies for the opening of new project, including with actor mapping and engagement strategies.
· Establish and maintain networks with local authorities, non-state armed groups, and other influential actors.
· Ensure broad understanding and acceptance of IRC’s mission and activities in areas of operation.
· Advice on access-related considerations during geographic expansion and assessments.
Team Management and Internal/External Coordination (20%)
· Provide technical support to SFPs and ensure coordination across all field offices.
· Develop and monitor individual work plans with clear objectives for safety and security personnel.
· Represent safety and security concerns at SMT level and in all key programmatic meetings (GOM, GRM, GCM).
· Promote collaboration and integration of security considerations across departments.
Context Monitoring and Analysis (15%)
· Provide continuous analysis of security, political, and economic developments to support informed decision-making.
· Identify and communicate context trends likely to affect IRC operations.
· Draft scenario-based analysis and provide programmatic and operational recommendations.
· Submit timely and accurate daily/monthly security updates in line with IRC procedures.
Operational Security and Incident Management (15%)
· Support field teams in identifying and mitigating safety and security risks.
· Ensure compliance with IRC safety and security protocols.
· Lead incident response and reporting efforts, ensuring appropriate support to affected individuals and confidentiality where required.
· Conduct incident analysis and recommend preventive measures.
· Advise on communications tools and safe alternatives to improve operational connectivity.
Training**, Briefings and Orientations (15%)**
· Develop and implement a comprehensive training plan for IRC Chad teams.
· Facilitate Level 1 and Level 2 security training sessions, including humanitarian access and security management.
· Coordinate with HR on mandatory online training initiatives for staff and SFPs.
· Ensure proper security briefings are delivered to all incoming staff and visitors.
Planning and Documentation (10%)
· Lead the design, review, and dissemination of key safety and access documentation, including:
o Security Risk Assessments (SRA)
o Security Management Plans (SMP), SOPs, and Contingency Plans
o Hibernation and evacuation procedures
o Briefing materials for staff and visitors
Culture & ethics
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.
Please scroll down to view in French
The IRC is currently seeking a Humanitarian Access and Security Coordinator (HASC) for its program in Chad. This role will be pivotal in ensuring contextually relevant security policies, providing expert guidance on humanitarian access, monitoring security dynamics, and overseeing a team of security professionals.
Responsibilities:
Facilitation of Humanitarian Access (25%)
· Facilitate the development of an access strategy and framework for the country program.
· Support the Security Foal Points (SFP) as well as program teams in the design of operational strategies for the opening of new project, including with actor mapping and engagement strategies.
· Establish and maintain networks with local authorities, non-state armed groups, and other influential actors.
· Ensure broad understanding and acceptance of IRC’s mission and activities in areas of operation.
· Advice on access-related considerations during geographic expansion and assessments.
Team Management and Internal/External Coordination (20%)
· Provide technical support to SFPs and ensure coordination across all field offices.
· Develop and monitor individual work plans with clear objectives for safety and security personnel.
· Represent safety and security concerns at SMT level and in all key programmatic meetings (GOM, GRM, GCM).
· Promote collaboration and integration of security considerations across departments.
Context Monitoring and Analysis (15%)
· Provide continuous analysis of security, political, and economic developments to support informed decision-making.
· Identify and communicate context trends likely to affect IRC operations.
· Draft scenario-based analysis and provide programmatic and operational recommendations.
· Submit timely and accurate daily/monthly security updates in line with IRC procedures.
Operational Security and Incident Management (15%)
· Support field teams in identifying and mitigating safety and security risks.
· Ensure compliance with IRC safety and security protocols.
· Lead incident response and reporting efforts, ensuring appropriate support to affected individuals and confidentiality where required.
· Conduct incident analysis and recommend preventive measures.
· Advise on communications tools and safe alternatives to improve operational connectivity.
Training**, Briefings and Orientations (15%)**
· Develop and implement a comprehensive training plan for IRC Chad teams.
· Facilitate Level 1 and Level 2 security training sessions, including humanitarian access and security management.
· Coordinate with HR on mandatory online training initiatives for staff and SFPs.
· Ensure proper security briefings are delivered to all incoming staff and visitors.
Planning and Documentation (10%)
· Lead the design, review, and dissemination of key safety and access documentation, including:
o Security Risk Assessments (SRA)
o Security Management Plans (SMP), SOPs, and Contingency Plans
o Hibernation and evacuation procedures
o Briefing materials for staff and visitors
Culture & ethics
Maintain open and professional relations with team members, promoting a strong team spirit and providing oversight and guidance to enable staff to successfully perform in their positions including staff development plans.
Lead with commitment, integrity and accountability the “IRC Way” – Global Standards for Professional Conduct - and ensure adherence.
REQUIREMENTS
· Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in humanitarian access, security management, or emergency response within an INGO or humanitarian context.
· Strong understanding of humanitarian principles and operations in complex environments.
· Proven capacity to conduct contextual analysis and detect evolving risks.
· Demonstrated experience in staff training and capacity building.
· Previous experience in security management is an asset.
· Fluency in French and English
· Regional experience in the Lake Chad Basin is strongly preferred.
**Standard of Professional Conduct:**
Lead with commitment, integrity and accountability the “IRC Way” – Global Standards for Professional Conduct - and ensure adherence.
REQUIREMENTS
· Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in humanitarian access, security management, or emergency response within an INGO or humanitarian context.
· Strong understanding of humanitarian principles and operations in complex environments.
· Proven capacity to conduct contextual analysis and detect evolving risks.
· Demonstrated experience in staff training and capacity building.
· Previous experience in security management is an asset.
· Fluency in French and English
· Regional experience in the Lake Chad Basin is strongly preferred.
**Standard of Professional Conduct:**
The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality.