Employer: International Rescue CommiteeLocation: Turkey
Scope Of Work
The Safety and Security Coordinator (SSC) will analyze security trends, advise, update,
and implement the IRC Turkey Security Management Plan, under the supervision of the DDO in Turkey. Additionally, the SSC will coordinate closely with Turkey Communication and Liaison Manager (TCLM) and with Cross Border Communication and Liaison Manager (CCLM) to build acceptance of IRC’s presence and humanitarian efforts within the region, including hostile areas by liaising extensively with local stakeholders in Turkey. The SSC will be based in Antakya, Turkey but will travel frequently to field office in Gaziantep and Urfa. The SSC will report directly to DDO and maintain a technical reporting relationship with Sr. Field Coordinators and the Regional Safety and Security Advisor (RSSA) and will be expected to coordinate with the RSSA on overall safety and security within the region, as needed.
Employee Type: This is a national position based in IRC’s Turkey country program. Please note you must possess Turkish nationality or legal work authorization in order to be eligible for this position.
Location: Turkey
Travel Requirements: Hatay, Gaziantep, Urfa
Project/Dept: Syria Crisis Response/Safety and Security
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS AND COORDINATION:
Reports to: Deputy Director for Operations
Dotted-Line to: Country Director
Coordinates With
Internal: Senior Field Coordinators, Communication and Liaison Managers and Regional Safety and Security Advisor
External: All stakeholders related to Security and Safety in the region.
Responsibilites
Safety and Security Management Planning
Provide technical support to the DDO on all policies, procedures, guidelines and planning for staff safety, operational security and program continuity in Turkey;
Evaluate, review and update the Turkey/Syria Security Management Plan on a regular basis. Reference and ensure compliance to IRC Security Management Framework within the SMP and all annexes.
Work with DDO and Sr. Field Coordinators to develop, consolidate and implement operating procedures and contingency plans;
Evaluate, review and update the hibernation and evacuation plans for all IRC offices and residences in southern Turkey, and ensure that the practical preparations are in place and known to all staff involved;
Conduct risk assessments of contracted and prospective offices and residences. Follow up on actions to be taken to ensure compliance with safety and security standards.
Undertake continual assessments of equipment, and the protocols by which that equipment is used, to ensure that minimal conditions for security are being met.
Provide and implement best possible solutions for use of equipment to facilitate communication between staff based in Turkey and Northern Syria, including here proposing safe alternative means of communication and equipments,
Building Acceptance to empower and expand humanitarian programming
Coordinate closely with TCLM and CCLM.
Develop ongoing relationships with local authorities as needed in coordination with TCLM and other power brokers within Southern Turkey. Work to ensure that IRC, its mission and work in the region is known and accepted. Work to encourage stakeholders to work with the IRC in ensuring that staff and programs are safe and allowed to continue humanitarian activities in Turkey.
Provide technical input and advice in assessments to consider new IRC programs in new geographic areas, including all areas in Syria and possible cross border programmes through Lebanon, Jordan and Iraq.
In coordination with DDO and Sr. Field Coordinators, liaise with relevant security actors e.g., NGO Security Focal Point, INSO, other NGO security coordinators, region UNDSS contacts, local community stakeholders, including AFAD, Governors, etc.
Monitoring, Analysis and Supervision
Identify, establish and manage context appropriate approach to assure IRC facilities are secure – i.e. third party security companies or directly hired IRC security Advisor’s group.
Compile and submit monthly security reporting that track incidents and trends within the IRC’s area of operation. Submit daily contextual updates as needed to the CD/DDO/RSSA.
Work closely with IRC teams in Field Offices in Turkey to ensure all incidents and accidents are followed up with an official written report, which is then shared with relevant stakeholders and filed appropriately. Ensure also that final incident reports are provided when IRC is closing the case.
Coordinate regularly with the RSSA on safety and security, and fulfill reporting requirements to the region.
Collect and compile all security reports for IRC Turkey/Syria Response
Security Training and Orientation
Provide regular trainings for IRC staff on security preparedness, prevention and response. Training(s) may include Standard Operational Procedures (SOPs); Contingency Plans (CPs); Security Management; Incident Reporting; Prevention and Response Mechanisms; Communications protocols, etc.
Together with the HR focal points and CLM’s maintain, review and update the IRC Syria Security Information package for new staff (orientations for 48hours and 21 days).
HR Management
Maintain open and professional relations with team members, promoting a strong team spirit and providing oversight and guidance to enable staff to successfully perform in their positions including staff development plans.
Lead with commitment, integrity and accountability to the “IRC Way” – Global Standards for Professional Conduct and ensure adherence to the code of conduct.
Requirements
A minimum of 3 years of non-profit or NGO work experience within international humanitarian assistance programs with demonstrated capabilities in planning, organizing and executing security operations in the field. Previous NGO security management an asset.
Understanding of humanitarian principles, codes of conduct and ideally, specific sub-sector work linked to NGO field operations contexts
Advanced level knowledge of communications technology, including VHF, HF radio systems, satellite communications, cell phone mediums, etc.
Prior experience as a trainer and training skills – the ability to develop, implement, facilitate and impart learning to a wide range of audiences.
Ability to gain a precise understanding of the various local, regional, country and international policies, operational positions and interactions, providing clear dynamic briefings and analysis of given and unfolding security and political situations when they occur.
Regional experience strongly preferred
Written and verbal English and Turkish Skills essential with Arabic language skills a plus .
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