safety & security Coordinator (for filipino nationals only)Islamic Relief

The Safety & Security coordinator will work closely with IRPh team to carry out safety and security assessment, make recommendations and provide support for the implementation of IRW in Philippines program in the country. To help in devising Safety & Security Policy and Standards within country programs and help drive systemic change in the quality of safety and security management in effective and efficient manner.
About Islamic Relief Worldwide Philippines:
Islamic Relief Worldwide (IRW) is an international relief and development organization founded in the UK in 1984 that envisages a caring world where people unite to respond to the suffering of others, empowering them to fulfill their potential. Working in over 34 countries, it promotes sustainable economic and social development by working with local communities to eradicate poverty, illiteracy and disease, irrespective of their race, religion, gender and political affiliations. IRW also responds to disasters and emergencies, helping people in crisis by providing them immediate relief and support in rehabilitation.
Islamic Relief started operations in Philippines in 2013 in order to respond to Typhoon Yolanda in collaboration with the Government and UN/NGOs/private organizations. Islamic Relief moved its Country Office to Cotabato City (Mindanao) during 2017 to support local communities in case of disasters and help in efforts of poverty alleviation and overcoming illiteracy by working with government, civil society organisations, UN agencies and I/NGOs.
Key Accountabilities:
The job holder is accountable for fulfilling his/her roles and responsibilities in line with Islamic values and principles of fairness, humanity, honesty, respect and fair treatment of his/her colleagues and staff.
Ensure the safety, security, and integrity of IRW staff, assets, premises, and programs in country, in particular by constantly monitoring and anticipating security risk, by designing and enforcing context specific risk mitigation rules and procedures, by ensuring MOSS (Minimum Operating Security Standard) compliance in all IRW premises, by preparing and updating contingency and evacuation plans and by providing all IRW staff with appropriate security training.
Job Description:
1. Department Management
Assist the IR Country Director in implementing Security Policy, Security Plan, SOPs, Contingency plan.
Advice and support management and all staff regarding the security threat information where the office needs to enforce mitigation measure to ensure staff remain safe from potential harm.
Oversee the recruitment and selection of qualified national security field staff; recommend promotions, disciplinary action and termination of staff in consultation with the IRW Country Director
Supervise and mentor national security officers, focal points, guards and drivers
Make frequent site visits to IR premises to carry out performance assessments and provide constant support to the security team
Maintain open lines of communications with all field staff
2. Context & Risk Analysis
Develop and regularly update the country security profile (with regards to the socio-economic, political and/or military situation in country, the country criminality profile, the nature of ongoing conflicts or crises climatic & seismic hazards and health risks,)
Follow-up on major country events and developments
Analyse and locate key local stakeholders
Develop security trend analysis
Ensure internal incident tracking system is utilized properly: create an security incident database and perform incident mapping and analysis
Fill in and regularly update the Risk Analysis Matrix (threat, likelihood, impact, level of vulnerability, level of risk)
Carry out security assessments of new IR areas of intervention or areas under controllable phase.
3. Country Security Plans, SOPs and Contingency Plans
Draft and regularly update the Country Security Plan (CSP) for validation by the Country Director and endorsement by HQ
Recommend changes in the Country Security Plan to Country Director and HQ Security department
Draft Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) adapted to the local context
Draft and regularly update evacuation and contingency plans in capital and support Area Coordinators in developing Area evacuation and contingency plans.
Ensure preparedness to evacuation and contingencies (check contingency kits, first aid kits etc.).
Design and drill a security communication tree (warden system), emergency radio network, and provisioning of emergency supplies for field personnel.
4. Security Information Management
Collect day-to-day security updates and intelligence information from relevant agencies (INSO, media, government authorities etc.) and disseminate to staff.
Collect OSINT information from all relevant sources and key share key and hot information with senior management and all staff for their safety and security.
Keep a data base of security incidents country wide and IRW operational area
5. Daily Security Management
Coordinate and monitor security activities to ensure that safety and security policies and procedures are implemented
Ensure that all field staff are fully cognizant of prevailing security threats and fully advised on means to reduce their vulnerability to those threats
Monitor the security preparedness of country staff and enforce staff compliance with internal security rules and SOPs, ensuring they are communicated to all staff and understood
Set up and control the implementation of mitigation measures and security rules according to the local context
Ensure compliance with Minimum Operating Security Standards (MOSS) and develop action plans for security upgrade
Carry out security assessments of new IR facilities, ensure a standard level of facilities protection, and supervise guards.
Ensure missions have adapted communication means, and ensure maintenance to support the Logistic team in Country. Ensure constant update of the emergency contact list and timely issuance of ID cards.
Ensure a proper level of preparation before movement on the field, ensure transportation means are adapted, ensure a good fleet maintenance, and set movement rules which are adapted to the local context to support the Logistic team in Country. Ensure operational follow-up of movements.
Ensure logistics follow a servicing and maintenance schedule for vehicles
Spearhead security assessment missions prior to IR staff deployment to a new area and ensure minimum security standards are in place before their installation.
6. Crisis Management
Adapt crisis management protocols to the local situation
Act as a key member of the Crisis Management Team so that safety policies and procedures are implemented
7. Reporting
Ensure weekly/monthly security reports are completed and sent to HQ, providing timely updates of all situational and security developments including investigation of security incidents
Produce real-time incidents report (Using IRW Form)
Send updated security reports on a monthly basis to the Country Director and HQ Security Department if applicable.
8. Training and Briefing
Organize and conduct security trainings for guards and drivers and conduct drills and exercises for awareness.
Conduct security briefing for each new international staff arriving in country.
Design security training modules for Country Director's approval and HQ endorsement.
Determine training needs for the security staff
Train national staff to increase their awareness and sense of responsibilities
Conduct any staff security training that is warranted (HEAT, training to drivers and guards, evacuation drills, fire safety etc.).
Carry out investigations and capture lessons learned to be incorporated into future staff trainings
9. Develop and maintain a security network
Actively participate in Weekly and Monthly Coordination Meetings with INSO
Create an information network in the country, identifying key informants
Build strong professional relationships with UN agencies, local authorities, other NGO's (local and international), and all relevant stakeholders
10. External meetings
Attend INSO, UNDSS and other security meetings and arrange weekly/ bi-weekly security briefing for the staff in coordination of HQ security focal point.
Attend security coordination meetings and update Country Director and HQ on current security issues
Contribute to the creation of a positive image and overall credibility of the organization, notably through the application of the IRW Code of Conduct, values and policies with regard to internal and external stakeholders.
11. Warden
Prepare and maintain a wardens system for national and international staff to ensure emergency communication is circulated as smoothly as possible and to also have the capability to conduct staff headcount after official hours and during weekends should a situation arise.
Qualifications:
3-5 Years of experience in working with I/NGOs or international organisations in security management
Skilled in the use of all computer applications
Excellent communication skills and an enthusiasm to learn
Ability to develop and implement successful training sessions
Experience of liaising and negotiating with state and non state actors
Full understanding of the security context in Philippines
Professional studies / courses in safety and security from recognized institutions will be and added advantage
Skills:
Excellent report writing skills
Strong knowledge of safety and security management
Ability to plan and organize work independently with minimal supervision paying attention to detail and completing the planned tasks in timely manner
Supervisory and managerial skills with proven ability to manae a demanding workload
Fluent in both English and Tagalog (written and spoken)
Excellent interpersonal, organizational and written / verbal communication skills
How to apply
Interested applicants should send their CV with a cover letter on or before **21 August 2022,**to [Protected Info] with email subject or reference: Security Coordinator Application.
Islamic Relief Worldwide is a humanitarian and development organization and working in Livelihood, WASH, Education and DRR sectors in line with our vision of a caring world where communities are empowered, social obligations are fulfilled, and people respond as one to the suffering of others. We work regardless of ethnicity, religion, political affiliation, or gender.
Selection will be based on application letter, CV, interview, and other relevant documents (as requested). Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.
Walk-in applicants and applications sent through Islamic Relief Philippines social media account i.e., Facebook, will not be entertained.
As the position needs to be filled in on an urgent basis, therefore, we may stop receiving applications as soon as there are applicants suitable for the position.
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