INTERSOS is an independent humanitarian organization that assists the victims of natural disasters, armed conflicts and exclusion. Its activities are based on the principles of solidarity, justice, human dignity, equality of rights and opportunities, respect for diversity and coexistence, paying special attention to the most vulnerable people.
Terms of reference
Job Title: Safety and Access Coordinator
Code: SR-60-2556
Duty station: Vinnytsia, with frequent travels to other areas inside Ukraine
Starting date: 24/06/2022
Contract duration: 6 months
Reporting to: Head of Mission
Supervision of: Safety and Access Officers
Dependents: Non-family duty station
General context of the project
The war broke out in Ukraine in March 2022. Since then, millions of people have fled to the neighbouring countries, raising a big concern on how to manage such an immense flux of people. In order to support refugees, INTERSOS is setting up an emergency response operation in Poland and Ukraine.
General purpose of the position
Under the direct supervision of the Head of Mission, the Safety and Access Coordinator will develop and oversee the implementation of humanitarian access and security management plans in compliance with INTERSOS strategy and in line with humanitarian principles, humanitarian needs, Duty of Care and Gender Equality principles.
Main responsibilities and tasks
Safety and Security Management
- Provide technical support to all INTERSOS offices in Ukraine on all policies, procedures, guidelines and planning for staff safety, operational security and program continuity.
- Update, the Security Management Plans (Comprehensive Planning Process) for all the bases in Ukraine.
- Ensure the implementation of Standard Operating Procedures and contingency plans by working with the Security Officers in locations of INTERSOS operations.
- Evaluate, review and update the hibernation and evacuation plans for all INTERSOS premises, and ensure that the practical preparations are in place and known to all staff involved.
- Ensure that accurate, up-to-date security/communications information is available in appropriate local language(s) to all staff based in Ukraine.
- Coordinate Safety and Security Response in case of Incident.
- Conduct Safety and Security Assessment on Safety and Security Assets and related procedures.
- Support relevant departments in identification of Safety and Security needs and related budgets.
Humanitarian Access
- Provide technical input and advice in assessments to consider new INTERSOS programmes in new geographic areas, and regular assessment reviews for existing locations.
- Ensure humanitarian access approaches are responsive to local context and include overarching community engagement components.
- Be aware and ready to respond based on contextual and situational changes.
- Participate to the mission access working group providing technical advice
- Coordinate with relevant departments for the organisation of training and capacity building for relevant staff.
Monitoring, Reporting & Analysis
- Constantly monitor available sources to collect, compile and report information including incidents and trends pertinent to humanitarian access and security.
- Prepare and disseminate regular updates to senior and relevant staff in the field.
- Provide timely area-based access analysis based on programmatic demands.
- Compile and submit the Monthly Security Report.
Other duties
- Perform any other related duties as requested by the Supervisor, based on the needs of the mission and aimed at effective implementation and quality assurance of the country strategy and operations.
Required profile and experience
Education
- University Degree in relevant field
- Master’s degree desirable
Professional Experience
- Minimum 4 years of working experience as Security Manager in a humanitarian/recovery context or relevant working experience in safety, security and risk analysis
- Experience, based on evidence, of humanitarian negotiation (with national authorities, local authorities, non-state actors, military forces) and humanitarian access in complex emergencies
- Experience in reporting and emergency response planning
- Experience in provision of safety and security trainings to other staff members
- Previous experience and knowledge of the Eastern European context desirable
Professional Requirements
- Good understanding of humanitarian safety practices, procedures and principles and their application
- Ability to work independently and in collaboration with remote technical supervision
- Creativity, innovation and strategic thinking skills
- Ability to work in remote field locations
Languages
- English
- Ukrainian desirable
- Russian desirable
Personal Requirements
- Organisational skills
- Teamwork and communication skills
- Leadership skills
- Networking skills
- Attention to detail
- Ability to work under pressure
- Stress management
- Flexibility
How to apply
Interested candidates are invited to apply following the link below: https://www.intersos.org/posizioni-aperte/missioni/#intersosorg-vacancies/vacancy-details/628765f0b1f97f001f93d899
Please note that our application process is made of 3 quick steps: register (including your name, email, password, citizenship and Skype address), sign-up and apply by attaching your CV and motivation letter in PDF format. Through the platform, candidates will be able to track their applications’ history with INTERSOS. In case you encounter severe difficulties applying through the platform, you can send an email attaching your CV and motivation letter (both in PDF version) via email to recruitment@intersos.org, with subject line: “Platform issue – SR-60-2556-Position”.
Please also mention the name, position and contact details of at least two references, including the line manager during your last job. Family members are to be excluded.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for the first interview