Security & Safety Officer

What we do

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) works worldwide to provide protection and humanitarian assistance to people affected by conflict and armed violence. We take action in response to emergencies and, at the same time, promote respect for international humanitarian law. We are an independent and neutral organization, and our mandate stems essentially from the Geneva Conventions of 1949. We work closely with National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies and with their International Federation in order to ensure a concerted, rational and rapid humanitarian response to the needs of the victims of armed conflict or any other situation of internal violence. We direct and coordinate the international activities conducted in these situations.

Our values

• At the ICRC, we value impact, collaboration, respect, and compassion. We seek candidates who demonstrate behaviors based on these shared values. For more information on the ICRC values, please visit this

Purpose

The Security & Safety Officer (SSO) advises the sub delegation on security risk assessment and associated mitigation measures while ensuring proper diffusion and access to information related to security in line with Duty of Care obligations.

Reports to (role)

• Head of Subdelegation

Accountabilities & functional responsibilities

• Contributes to risk analysis exercises undertaken by the Sub delegation and maintains a database and map of the security incidents, threats end trends.
• Monitors the effective implementation of security procedures and processes and reports to HoSD in case of any witnessed violations.
• Advises management on implication in case of non-compliance to security rules. Supports management in dealing with possible (judicial) investigations into security or safety incidents.
• Provides security briefing and training as required. Help raise staff awareness (on context specific) security and safety awareness sessions across the area of responsibility (AoR).
• Supports Management in assessing the safety of residences/training locations (existing and new).
• Manage security service contracts with complete transparency and professionalism, in consultation with Admin and ICT departments.
• Supervises in close coordination with FAD team security guards.
• Under the supervision of the Field Security & Crises Management Coordinator, monitors and ensures that security guards fulfil their tasks in line with their duties.
• Actively participates in the Sub Delegation security cell and upon the HoSD request the SSO may be asked to confirm security-related events and changes that could have an impact on ICRC's activities.
• Analyses security situation and advises management on the potential risks to the ICRC staff, operations, and reputation.
• Notifies the authorities of the ICRC movements (if required).
• Seeks proactively opportunities for joint and/or complementary activities with other Movement components within security management.
• Support field activities (if required).

Desired profile and skills

• Strongly motivated by humanitarian work
• Able to work under pressure in a potentially dangerous environment

Certifications / Education required

• University degree.
• Security & safety management background, experience in crisis management an asset, possible background in military, police or emergency services.
• Fluent knowledge of English
• Computer literacy (Word, Excel).

Professional experience required

• 3-6 years’ experience in a similar field of activity.

What we offer

• Rewarding work in a humanitarian and multicultural environment.
• Competitive employment package with medical insurance.
• In-house training opportunities for personal development.

Additional information

• Type of role: National Staff
• Working rate: 100%
• Location: Kassala with possible field visits
• Type of contract: Fix-term contract (Extendable)
• Length of assignment: Six months (Extendable)
• Application deadline: 09 December 2025
• Desired starting date: 1st February 2026