Security, Context and Access Advisor

Employer: Handicap International

Location:  Amman
Closing date: 03 Sep 2017

MAIN RESPONSABILITIES OF THE EXPATRIATE

Under the responsibility of the Head of Mission (HoM), and in close relation with the four Area Coordinators in the four hubs, s/he will be in charge of:
Ensure regular follow-up and analysis of the political, military and security context and trends in Syria;
Support the hubs in the preparation of security documents and the implementation of security procedures;
Support the hubs and the HoM in the negotiations to obtain access and the organisation of assessment visits in security-sensitive areas.
Maintain / expand HI’s network of contacts with relevant security, context and access referents of other international agencies.
Support the regular analysis of risks for the hubs and the overall mission and the implementation of mitigation measures.
Support the AreaCos and the HoM in the management of security incidents
Replace the AreaCos for security management during their absences (in case of need).

Transversal links:
Area Coordinators
National Security focal points in each hub
Regional Security Advisor

MAIN TASKS OF THE EXPATRIATE
Context analysis / follow up
Security and safety management
Access
Risk Management
Representation and coordination
Reporting

PROFILE REQUIRED
A Bachelor degree in Political Sciences, International Relations, Security Management. Middle Eastern Studies, Humanitarian Assistance or another relevant subject, is mandatory. A Master’s degree in any of these fields is a strong asset.
At least 4 years of professional experience in security management and/or context analysis in conflict contexts, preferably with humanitarian INGOs;
At least 2 years of professional experience in a contemporary conflict context in the Arab world (Syria, Iraq, Yemen and/or Libya), with at least 1 year of direct work on Syria.
Additional professional years in project, program and/or base management in different humanitarian settings and different intervention sectors are a strong asset
Proven experience in producing quality reports and documents, including maps
Experience in providing professional briefings and trainings is a strong asset
Knowledge of English (oral and written) is mandatory; knowledge of Arabic (Levantine dialect, oral and written) is a very strong asset.
Sound understanding of the main political, social, and cultural aspects of the Syrian context
Strong IT skills, including the use of different communication devices, computers, GPS and mapping software
Effective communication, analytical and problem solving skills
Strong interpersonal and intercultural skills


Ability to work in a multicultural environment and in a multidisciplinary teamwork.
Ability to work under high pressure, in a flexible way, with a great level of autonomy

SALARY
Beginning: 04/09/17
Salary from 2,700€(gross/month regarding the experience of the candidate)
Perdiem : 603.88€ (net)
Insurances : medical health coverage, retirement planning, repatriation
Paid holiday : 25 days per year + R&R : 1 day per month
Status : position open to couple/family posting
Housing : collective or individual (in case of couple/family) posting); taken in charge by Handicap International

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