Job Description
A new full time opportunity for a Humanitarian Access and Safety Officer Jigjiga has been announced by Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) in Jigjiga. Professionals with a background in Humanitarian and at least 2 - 3 years of experience are encouraged to apply. Interested applicants should submit their applications before May, 06.
Roles and Responsibilities
The Humanitarian Access and Safety (HAS) Officer provides a range of support in humanitarian access, safety, and security within the area. Under the supervision of the Area Manager, the HAS Officer supports the implementation and monitoring of the NRC's HAS Policy, plans, procedures, trackers, and processes in the Area Office and related Field Offices. This role requires frequent presence in the field supporting the safe and principled delivery of programmes and the Duty of Care for NRC staff.
The Humanitarian Access and Safety (HAS) Officer provides a range of support in humanitarian access, safety, and security within the area. Under the direct supervision of the Area Manager and with technical support and supervision from the HAS Manager, the HAS Officer supports the implementation and monitoring of the NRC's HAS Policy, plans, procedures, trackers, and processes in the Area Office and related Field Offices (as applicable). This role requires frequent presence in the field supporting the safe and principled delivery of programmes and the Duty of Care for NRC staff.
Generic Responsibilities
Support the implementation of the NRC Global HAS Management System at area level, prepare reports as required, and execute area/field office-focused elements of the HAS Operational Plan.
Contribute to a culture of enabling a safe and principled humanitarian response and support the implementation of Safe and Inclusive Programming Minimum Standards.
Support the development of area/field-level HAS documents, including contingency plans, access strategies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), in line with organisational standards.
Provide day-to-day supervision and to HAS Assistants in the relevant area and field offices (where available), advise and provide performance feedback, and contribute to high-quality recruitment, induction, guidance, support, mentoring, capacity building, and the development of these roles as needed.
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=== Skills & Qualifications ===
Qualifications
Generic Professional Competencies
Minimum two years of relevant experience in humanitarian or development operations.
Foundational understanding of Humanitarian Principles and their application in programmatic and advocacy responses, NGO safety and risk management, and humanitarian access.
Previous experience working in complex contexts.
Proficient in MS Office applications including Word and Excel.
Working proficiency in relevant language English both written and verbal.
Context related skills, knowledge and experience
Experience in liaising with communities and authorities as well as with NGOs.
Working proficiency in English, both written and verbal.
Behavioural competencies
Handling insecure environment
Planning and delivering results
Working with People
Analysing
Communicating with impact and respect
Coping with change
--- About Jigjiga ---
Jigjiga is the capital of the Somali Regional State (Somali Galbeed) in eastern Ethiopia. The city serves as an important economic center for the ethnic Somali population in Ethiopia and hosts various government and non-governmental organizations working on development and humanitarian programs.
Ereyada Soomaaliga (Somali Keywords): Shaqo Cusub • Shaqo Buuxda
Qualifications & Requirements
Qualifications
Generic Professional Competencies
Minimum two years of relevant experience in humanitarian or development operations.
Foundational understanding of Humanitarian Principles and their application in programmatic and advocacy responses, NGO safety and risk management, and humanitarian access.
Previous experience working in complex contexts.
Proficient in MS Office applications including Word and Excel.
Working proficiency in relevant language English both written and verbal.
Context related skills, knowledge and experience
Experience in liaising with communities and authorities as well as with NGOs.
Working proficiency in English, both written and verbal.
Behavioural competencies
Handling insecure environment
Planning and delivering results
Working with People
Analysing
Communicating with impact and respect
Coping with change
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