Senior Safety and Security Officer Full Time NEW

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We believe flexible working is key to building the Oxfam of the future, so we’re open to talking through the type of flexible arrangements which might work for you. This is a full-time role; however, Oxfam offers various flexible arrangements which candidates can discuss with the Recruiting Manager at the interview stage.

Safety professionals and other staff tasked with safety and security matters, supported by program/project managers and other Oxfam staff are to ensure that all Oxfam working locations have the capacity to effectively support the management of safety risks to enable Oxfam to effectively meet its program objectives.

JOB PURPOSE:

Under the direct supervision of Gambella Refugee Response Program Manager with technical supervision by the Country Safety and Security Coordinator (CSC(, the Senior Safety and Security officer (SSSO) is responsible for facilitating the safety and security of Oxfam GB personnel and assets and will be responsible for monitoring, planning, assessing, and keeping up to date security situation of the operation areas (Gambella Region). The SSSO is expected to have an excellent understanding of local context and ability to analyze security dynamics.

Matrix management: Country Safety and Security Coordinator

1. Safety and Security Risk Management

    

• Support the development of safety strategies (acceptance, protection, and deterrence) in line with Oxfam safety policy, requirements, and protocols.
• Coordinate and support day-to-day safety risk management, including monitoring situation; gathering and sharing information; implementing Safety and security Standard Operating Procedures and risk prevention and mitigation measures; and reporting.
• Advise and support the Response Manager, program managers, and other staff on safety matters.
• Establish and maintain working relationships with partners, local authorities, armed actors, and other relevant stakeholders for information gathering and providing for safe and secure environment.
• Review/Update the Local Safety Management Plan (LSMP) and Annexes, Welcome Pack, Premise/Route Assessments, Random/Rapid Security Assessment for Programs and other specific safety and security documentation to ensure safety protocols and procedures are relevant and up to date.
• Support proper contingency planning, including incident management, emergency relocation, evacuation, and hibernation.
• Support the Response Manager and other senior staff in managing safety incidents.
• Reporting incidents, including Oxfam Security Incident Reporting Information System (OSIRIS).
• Ensure replenishment of hibernation kit, first aid kit and other PPE as necessary.
• Develop practical advice and recommendations on risk prevention and mitigation/response measures.
• Provide for accounting of safety incidents and their mapping for identification of safety trends and patterns.
• Ensure regular analytical reporting to the Response Manager, Country Safety and Security Coordinator and other staff as applicable.

1. Training and Capacity Building

    

• Support on the development of safety and security awareness and security culture among Oxfam personnel and partners with guidance from the country safety and security coordinator…
• Provide for timely and efficient dissemination of important safety information to program staff, including via regular information updates, safety briefings and inductions.
• Improve all staff safety skills, including via delivering pertinent training.
• Maintain record of safety and security training for staff.
• Identify long-term and immediate requirements for staff training on safety matters and support their implementation.
• Ensure that all newcomers and visitors receive safety and security induction.

1. Analysis, Network, & Laision

    

• Support context & situation analysis and risk assessments in existing and potential areas of humanitarian intervention.
• Establish and maintain contact lists with various actors (local authorities, NGOs, UN agencies, security forces, etc…). to facilitate understanding and influences on humanitarian access environment.
• Develop ongoing relationships with community leaders and other power brokers within the Oxfam operational areas.
• Work with Field/Camp Coordinators and program teams at field level to build network and acceptance in local communities where Oxfam operates.
• Advise the leadership on the possibilities of access to the different woredas and zones.
• Work to ensure that Oxfam, its mission, and work within the Oxfam operational areas are known and accepted.
• Strive to encourage stakeholders to work with Oxfam in ensuring that staff and programs are safe, secured and allowed to continue humanitarian activities.
• SSSO is required to be ethical and responsible in dealing with various actors for Oxfam business/operations.

1. Planning and Documentation

• Organize and produce risk analyses (SRA) in a participatory and regular manner as needed.
• Participate in the development of Security Management Plans (SMP) including appropriate procedures and contingency plans.
• Ensure that all documents are up to date and operational.
• Evaluate and maintain contingency plans adapted to the local context, in operation area, for evacuation, hibernation and travel specific for Gambella Program Office.

1. Information and Analysis

• Closely monitor developing situations, Identify, and report all the security information, updates and events, especially those that could have an impact on Oxfam operations.
• Work closely with all staff to ensure that safety and security incidents are reported in accordance with Oxfam standards.
• Provide and share daily situation report (DSR), required to comply with standard format and preparation of DSR, and provide weekly security updates.

1. Premises Safety

• Ensure the monitoring and replacement of safety equipment in Oxfam buildings (fire extinguishers, etc.).
• Ensure the renewal of emergency stocks in Oxfam offices and guest houses, assess the physical working environment of offices and guesthouses are not vulnerable.
• Ensure that each Oxfam office and guest house has an evacuation plan in case of fire.
• Conduct regular security & safety assessments of offices, satellite offices, camps, and warehouses to identify any vulnerabilities and give appropriate recommendations.
• Ensure having security guards in all Oxfam facilities with supervision and planning.

person specification

1 Self-Awareness

2 Mutual accountability

3 Strategic Thinking and Judgment

• BA/MA Degree in Political science and International Relations or political science / Peace and Security studies/ Peace building and Conflict Resolution, Police Science/Military Science, Law from recognized College/University, or related qualification which can added value to the post.
• Proven expertise in Ethiopia safety and security context along with good understanding of Gambella Region security/safety environment and dynamics.
• At least five years of practical experience in security and safety risk management in hostile operating environments.
• Good influencing, communication, interpersonal, and negotiating skills with internal and external audiences including in complex and stressful environments.
• Established experience of training, including field-based training.
• Ability to work under pressure and not lose sight of strategic priorities.
• Capacity to be on standby 24/7 and ready to travel at short notice.
• Fluency/Good knowledge of English in English (written, spoken, comprehension) and Amharic languages.
• Competent report writing skills

• At least two years of practical experience in safety and security risk management in the context of NGO and/or UN humanitarian operations.
• Knowledge of the local language is a plus.
• Relevant educational background/preparedness to the post is desirable.