Deputy Safety Advisor, Puntland & Galmudug- Galkacayo, Somalia

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

DEPUTY SAFETY ADVISOR, PUNTLAND & GALMUDUG

(based in Galcakayo)

CLOSING DATE: 25^TH AUGUST 2021

Organisation Background

Founded in 2011, the International NGO Safety Organisation (INSO) is an international charity that supports humanitarian aid workers by establishing safety coordination platforms in insecure contexts. INSO provides registered NGOs with a range of free services, including real-time incident tracking, analytical reports, safety-related data and mapping, crisis management support, staff orientations and training.

INSO services help NGOs with their day-to-day risk management responsibilities and improve their overall situational awareness to support evidence-based humanitarian access decisions. The organisation has grown from an innovative start-up to become a globally recognised charity and a valuable component of the humanitarian safety coordination system.

Today, with more than 900 employees globally, INSO provides daily support to 1000 NGOs operating in 14 of the world’s most insecure countries and has earned a strong reputation for its performance, principles, and professionalism.

As of April 2019, INSO is registered as a charity in the Netherlands with its global headquarters now based in The Hague, the international city of peace and justice.

INSO Somalia

INSO Somalia seeks to address the growing challenge of safety in the NGO community in Somalia through the provision of specialized, coordinated, and focused safety management support. It recognizes the insecure operating environment all NGOs face in Somalia and the collective value of enhancing safety preparedness and support.

The project provides the NGO community with its own safety focal point and tailored safety support services through 3 main services: Research & Analysis (provision of regular reports, safety risk assessments and briefings); Capacity building (provision of various trainings); and Response (provision of support to crisis management in response to critical incidents).

Job Summary

We are now seeking a qualified and experienced individual to join our team as the Deputy Safety Advisor-Puntland and Galmudug, a position based in Galckayo.

Reporting to the Safety Advisor (SA), the Deputy Safety Advisor (DSA) will be responsible for the delivery of INSO Services, Representation and Coordination and adhere to INSO Policies and procedures among other duties that may be assigned.

The incumbent will be the focal point in Puntland and Galmudug, liaising and coordinating with NGOs and other relevant actors (UN, Government Authorities, Elders, religious Leaders, journalists etc).

Major Responsibilities

Delivery of INSO Services

INSO Alerts

Be on the lookout/vigilant on occurrences and incidents requiring immediate operational response

Upon verification of incidents with the Safety Advisor Assistant (SAA), draft the alerts in coordination with the SA.

INSO Reports

Be on the lookout/vigilant on occurrences and incidents requiring immediate operational response

Upon verification of incidents with the Safety Advisor Assistant (SAA), draft the alerts in coordination with the SA.

Weekly Incident List & Regional Incident List

Gather incidents occurring within the week in coordination with the SAAs

Bi-Weekly Reports

In coordination with the SA and Regional Information Officer, prepare the local section of the bi-weekly reports

Area Assessments

In coordination with SA, draft area assessments with all the necessary information as per the approved format and INSO standards.

INSO Safety Roundtables

In coordination with SA, prepare the briefs for the Roundtables as well as the presentation and chairing of the Roundtables focusing on the specific area of the roundtable ensuring adherence to the standards

Independent Safety Advisor Services

Upon request by NGOs, and in coordination with SA, respond to day-to-day requests from individual registered NGOs, this could include (but is not limited to) advice on a planned travel, incident management, general briefings, or third-party referrals.

MAP/Data Services

Under authorization of Director, Horn of Africa and in coordination with SA, share customized maps, graphics, and charts upon request for NGOs use

Security Plan Review Service

In collaboration with the SA, provide a report following the review in the authorized format of Security Plan Feedback Form (SPFF)

Site Security Review Service/Compound Assessment

In coordination with SA, assist NGOs upon request to conduct a site security review of any NGO facility (residence, office, sub-office, warehouse etc.) and provide written report with recommendations.

Emergency Coordination

In collaboration with SA, provide basic coordination and support function to NGOs as may be required by the circumstances they face.

Crisis Assistance

In coordination with the SA, and in relation to security matters of extreme urgency or sensitivity – such as life-threatening injury, armed attack, fatality, or kidnapping – provide expert assistance to senior NGO crisis responders with urgent advisory, information or referral services such as liaison with quick reaction forces (QRF), reference to medical services or advice on incident management

SitReps

Prepare weekly reports (SitRep) for SA

Representation and Coordination

Network with NGOs in Puntland and Galmudug

Maintain accurate records of contacts (statistical operational data) and make follow ups where necessary

Participate in the security cell meetings in the areas of responsibility Cover for the Safety Advisor while on leave

Mandatory Requirements:

Must be a Somali National

Fluency in English, both written and spoken.

Proven writing and analytical skills and attention to detail.

Personal and professional resilience in a fast moving, high output, quality-driven program.

Experience in the humanitarian, and/or risk management and/or humanitarian access sectors. Demonstrable understanding of humanitarian safety practices and principles.

Commitment to humanitarian principles and values.

Graduate level education in a relevant field or equivalent work experience

Preferred Characteristics:

Experience with NGO security and/or project management. Existing local information networks.

Key Personal Competencies:

A good listener

An effective communicator Team player

Excellent interpersonal skills

Outgoing and proactive personality

High Level of Confidentiality and Integrity

INSO’s Safeguarding Policy

INSO is fully committed to safe recruitment, selection and vetting of all potential new staff, trustees and volunteers and we will ensure rigorous compliance with our Code of Conduct and Safeguarding policy throughout the recruitment process.

How to apply:

Interested applicants are requested to send the following to jobs@som.ngosafety.org and reference “Deputy Safety Advisor- Puntland and Galmudug” by 25^th August 2021 in the subject line of the email.

Cover Letter specifying how you meet the mandatory requirements, any preferred characteristics, your motivation for applying, and what you hope to bring to INSO Somalia (2-page maximum).

Updated CV (5-page maximum).

One relevant and substantive writing sample in English that demonstrates your analytical and report writing abilities (10-page maximum, for internal candidates a longer analytical INSO report for which you are the sole author will be accepted).

Note

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Please DO NOT send any additional information (certificates etc.) and keep the total size of your application by email under 2MB if possible.

INSO does not ask for payment from applicants throughout the recruitment process; if you are asked for payment then please contact info@hoa.ngosafety.org.

 

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