JOB SUMMARY

The IMC Dansha Senior Security Officer works at the direction of the IMC Bahir Dar Program Coordinator, in addition to the IMC Country Senior Security Manager and the IMC Country Director, and reports on technical issues related to security in Amhara region. The primary function of the Senior Security Officer is to provide assistance to the Bahir Dar Program Coordinator, along with the IMC Country Security Manager and IMC Country Director on all issues of safety and security as they relate to IMC staff and programs for its humanitarian support of Emergency lifesaving for conflict affected IDPs and host communities in Amhara region.   The Senior Security Officer oversees daily security management for IMC programs in Amhara, as well as trains and mentors Security Focal Points.  The Senior Security Officer will monitor and assess security conditions and makes recommendations as appropriate.  The IMC Bahir Dar Program Coordinator is the direct supervisor of the Senior Security Officer, along with supervision by the IMC Country Security Manager and Country Director 

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Security Management

• Assist in developing and updating all the required security guidelines, SOP’s and Contingency Plans for the IMC programs in Amhara region.

•  Train IMC staff in Amhara region in all security procedures and policies with the support of senior management by setting up meetings with PM’s and HR meetings to address issues

• Coordinate and monitor security activities to ensure that safety and security policies and procedures are implemented

• Ensure that incidents in the IMC Ethiopia Amhara region follow the procedure of reporting as set up by IMC Global and are distributed to the correct authorized persons.

• Collects security related information from local and regional resources as it applies to IMC sites and communicates with the Program Coordinator, Security Manager and Country Director as appropriate

• Monitors the security preparedness of IMC Amhara region staff and works to enforce staff compliance with internal security policies and SOPs

• When directed, carry out investigations and capture lessons learned to be incorporated into future staff trainings

• Recommends changes in IMC security plans as needed.

• Ensure induction security briefings are conducted to all arriving staff, visitors or volunteers

2. Compliance 

• Ensure weekly security reports are completed and submitted, providing timely updates of all situational and security developments including investigation of security incidents

• Conducts and submits Security Risk Assessments of IMC programs, as required.  Conducts and submits full IMC Site Security Surveys of every site visited.

3. Human Resources

• Oversee the recruitment and selection of security staff whom he is in charge of and need to supervise and control on a regular basis (guards, other…), recommend disciplinary action and termination of staff in consultation with the Program Coordinator.

• Make frequent site visits to facilities to carry out security assessments and ensure appropriate care and training are being conducted.  Maintain open lines of communications with all field staff.

4. Training/ Capacity Building

• Determine security training needs for the staff in collaboration with the Program Coordinator;

• Works with Program Coordinator and IMC Country Security Manager to conduct any staff security training that is warranted;

5. Working Relationships

• Maintain excellent working relationships with IMC supervisors and the staff teams.

• Build strong professional relationships with regional authorities, and other NGO’s

 6. Representation

• Attends security coordination meetings and provides updates on current security issues in the area of assignment

• In collaboration with HR, contribute to the creation of a positive image and overall credibility of IMC, notably through the application of the organizations Code of Conduct, ethics, values and stand-point with regard to internal and external actors. 

This job description is subject to review to ensure that it reflects the requirements of International Medical Corps.

Code of Conduct

As applicable to this position, an individual must promote and encourage a culture of compliance and ethics throughout the organization and maintain a clear understanding of International Medical Corps’ and donor compliance and ethics standards and adheres to those standards. Staff are also responsible for preventing violations to our Code of Conduct and Ethics, which may involve Conflicts of Interest, Fraud, Corruption or Harassment.  If you see, hear or are made aware of any violations to the Code of Conduct and Ethics or Safeguarding Policy, you have an obligation to report.

If this is a supervisory position, one must set an example of ethical behavior through one’s own conduct and oversight of the work of others; ensure that those who report to you have sufficient knowledge and resources to follow the standards outlined in the Code of Conduct & Ethics; monitor compliance of the people you supervise; enforce the Code of Conduct & Ethics and International Medical Corps’ policies, including the Safeguarding Policy and the Protection from Harassment, Bullying and Sexual Misconduct in the Workplace Policy, consistently and fairly; support employees who in good faith raise questions or concerns.

Safeguarding

It is all staff shared responsibility and obligation to safeguard and protect populations with whom we work, including adults who may be particularly vulnerable and children. This includes safeguarding from the following conduct by our staff or partners: sexual exploitation and abuse; exploitation, neglect, or abuse of children, adults at risk, or LGBTI individuals; and any form of trafficking in persons.

Equal Opportunities 

International Medical Corps is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran.

 PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT your CV or application to www.InternationalMedicalCorps.ethicspoint.com  website, it will not be considered for review.

Job Requirements

• University degree in political science, social work, military science or related security fields.

• Five progressive years in related years and among these three years of field security experience mainly in humanitarian organization is required.

• Security related trainings and experience in military and security apparatus is an advantage.

• Ability to relate to the national staff, local authorities and external partners effectively

• Creativity and the ability to work with limited resources

• Extremely flexible with the ability to cope with stressful situations and frustrations

• Knowledge on safety security materials

• Ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions independently

• Excellent computer skill

•  Analytical and report writing skill

• Better understanding on English and local languages  is  advantageous.

How to Apply

Register using the following LINK

Note: Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

Note: IMC is equal opportunity employer and hence candidate from all background: religion, ethnic group, qualified women and people living with disabilities, etc are all encouraged to apply.