Safety Manager- Baghdad (Re-advertisement)

Baghdad

Organization: DRC - Danish Refugee Council
Location: Baghdad
Grade: Mid level - Mid level
Occupational Groups:
- Security and Safety
- Managerial positions
Closing Date: Closed

The Danish Refugee Council assists refugees and internally displaced persons across the globe: we provide emergency aid, fight for their rights, and strengthen their opportunity for a brighter future. We work in conflict-affected areas, along the displacement routes, and in the countries where refugees settle. In cooperation with local communities, we strive for responsible and sustainable solutions. We work toward successful integration and – whenever possible – for the fulfilment of the wish to return home.

The Danish Refugee Council was founded in Denmark in 1956, and has since grown to become an international humanitarian organization with more than 7,000 staff and 8,000 volunteers. Our vision is a dignified life for all displaced.

All of our efforts are based on our value compass: humanity, respect, independence and neutrality, participation, and honesty and transparency.

This position is based in Baghdad with regular travel to the field offices in South Central

About the job

Under the direct supervision of the Area Manager (Baghdad), the incumbent is responsible for the implementation of the DRC Safety Risk Management System in Iraq with a strong focus on conducting Safety Risk Assessments in the field, producing and following up on Safety Improvement Plans, and delivering Safety-related training to both expat and national staff. Under the technical supervision of the Country Safety Coordinator, the Safety Manager is a key role that supports DRC’s continued access to affected populations in new and existing areas.

Your main duties and responsibilities will be:

As DRC programme needs dictate, deploy to field sites all over – but not limited to – South Central Iraq to support in conducting Safety Risk Assessments and to provide other Safety-related support.
Produce Safety Improvement Plans for DRC field sites and offices and support the Country Safety Coordinator in following up on their progress
Develop a budget for safety improvements and requirements and track spend, in line with available donor funds, and in coordination with the Country Safety Coordinator and Area Manager
On top of pre-existing packages, design and deliver Safety-related trainings to expat and national staff.
Provide cover for the Country Safety Coordinator whenever he/she is out of Erbil – as well as for other members of the wider Safety team - to ensure that DRC staff always have a qualified point of contact in the Safety team
Provide timely and practical safety information to staff in general which includes analysis identifying key personal safety aspects, implications on access (present and future) and possible impacts on organizational programming and reputation
Undertake and support others to undertake site/area assessments as well as safety risk assessments and facilitate the implementation of corresponding mitigation measures
Update operational safety tools (e.g. standard operating procedures, minimum operating standards, contingency plans) in accordance with DRC’s Safety Risk Management System and monitor staff compliance with these
Mentor safety colleagues on an ongoing basis in the area of safety and security management
Support Area Managers and Base Managers with humanitarian access-related work, taking the lead where required
Maintain a reliable network of safety information resources that includes other professionals in external agencies, national contacts, local authorities, and open sources
Based on an assessment of training needs develop, support, facilitate and/or deliver safety trainings to all staff members and partake in regional training initiatives. Become familiar with/instruct DRC Iraq’s Personal Safety Awareness Training (PSAT) and support in the design and delivery of HEAT training
Support programming teams in accessing affected populations in new and existing areas. Support this through; completing desk assessments, conducting scoping missions, and follow up risk-mitigation planning.

About you

To be successful in this role we expect you to have a Minimum of 2 years spent with a humanitarian/development actor.

Moreover, we also expect the following:

Required

At least 2 years INGO/IO safety management experience with a proven ability to develop and implement effective and contextualized protocols and systems
No less than 1 year work experience in volatile contexts and conflict-affected environments, and willing to travel to high risk areas
Strong analytical as well as writing skills and the ability to provide conflict analysis
Proven experience with delivering safety-related trainings to both national and international staff members.
Previous exposure to HEAT is considered to be an advantage
Proven ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
Stable and robust character with excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills, and a good sense of humour
Excellent communication skills and fluent in written and spoken English
Ability to train and convey information to non-safety personnel
Strong initiative and self-motivated, with a strong commitment to humanitarian principles
Ability to multi-task and cope with competing demands under tight deadlines
Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships in a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary environment
Regional/Iraq experience is an advantage

Desirable

University degree in relevant discipline (political science, peace & conflict studies, history, etc.)

In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’ five core competencies:

Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.
Collaborating:You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
Taking the lead:You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
Communicating:You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
Demonstrating integrity:You act in line with DRC’s vision and values.

We offer

Contract length: 12 Months

Designation of Duty Station: Non-Family Duty Station

Start date:As soon as possible

Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for Expatriates; please refer to drc.ngo under Vacancies.

Application process

Interested? Then apply for this position by clicking on the apply button.

All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English. Applications sent by email will not be considered.

Closing date for applications: 27 January 20189

Before applying, please ensure you have a valid passport.

If you have questions or are facing problems with the online application process, please visitdrc.ngo/jobsupport.

For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website drc.ngo.

Due to the Urgency to fill this position, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and DRC reserves the right to conduct the interviews before the deadline.

This vacancy is now closed.
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