FHI 360 NGO Job Vacancy 2024 ETHIOJOBS NET

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FHI 360 NGO Job Vacancy 2024 ETHIOJOBS NET

Job Overview



FHI 360 is a global organization that mobilizes research, resources and relationships so people everywhere have access to the opportunities they need to lead full and healthy lives.

FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in health, education, nutrition, environment, economic development, civil society, gender, youth, research, and technology– creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today’s interrelated development challenges.

FHI 360 serves more than 70 countries, all 50 U.S. states, and all U.S. territories. FHI 360’s Crisis Response team has been responding to the humanitarian emergency in Northern Ethiopia through an integrated health, nutrition, WASH, and Protection project to meet the critical needs of the conflict-affected population.

Position: Safety & Security Assistant

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Associate Degree or its International Equivalent Security management, information management or business administration, political/social science, or international relations with a focus on security management or other relevant education
  • 0-2 years of progressively responsible experience in investigation, military, police, and security management, preferably in the police or military context or related area.
  • Previous experience in a similar role with another organization is preferred.
  • Fluent in the local language (Somali) and excellent in English.
  • Good knowledge of the local context
  • Unbiased in their analysis

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DELIVERABLES:

  • Takes lead in the preparation of the field risk assessment
  • Establishes and maintains close relations with host country security agencies and acts as liaison between the senior security professionals and the host country services, to discuss potential problems and plan possible methods of resolutions.
  • Maintains dialogue with authorities and international institutions such as UNDSS, NGO Security forum, and other Red Cross/Red Crescent movement in matter of security.
  • Serves as a member of interdisciplinary team on matters of non-routine nature, such as mine removal, evacuations, medical emergency, kidnapping, arms attacks, arrest and detention, or hostilities that threaten the safety of FHI360 staff
  • Supports the on-going evaluation of air, land and evacuation routes and resources for use in emergencies, ensuring the availability of vehicles, aircrafts, fuel supply and assessable roads.
  • Ensures that fire detection devices and firefighting equipment are available on the premises. Maintains fire evacuation plan and conducts fire drills and training as necessary.
  • Conducts routine security surveys of office and residential areas and premises.
  • Conducts physical security inspections of facilities, including safe room and issuance of identity cards, if possible, background checks and entry control.
  • Ensures that staff members are kept fully informed on matters affecting their security and safety.
  • Investigates and prepares reports on minor cases of theft, illegal entry, assault or other incidents when the extent of the infraction is readily determinable.
  • Establishes policies and procedures for reviewing crisis situations and preparing contingency plans for emergencies.
  • Ensures availability of emergency communications system by making periodic checks to determine if systems are functioning properly, arrange for necessary repairs or adjustments.
  • Manages and supervises all FHI 360 guards, including the creation of the schedules.
  • Assists in creating a security culture around the organization.

Travel Requirements:

50% throughout the designated Zone

Location: Chereti, Ethiopia

Deadline: Sept 20, 2024

How to Apply:

Application Process:

Interested candidates should submit their CV, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references on the FHI 360 portal. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.




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