Overview
The Security & Safety Officer will advise and support the Delegation Management on security and safety matters, contribute to the effective implementation of the Delegation's Security Management System (SMS), and help ensure the safety and security of ICRC staff, operations and assets.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate under the direct supervision of the Field Security and Crisis Management Coordinator (FSCM Co).
- Provide guidance and support to the Security Guards Focal Person in Yangon.
- Continuously monitor and analyse security developments, providing timely updates, preparing reports and recommendations.
- Draft Security Advisories and contribute to Security and Safety Risk Assessments.
- Develop, maintain, and strengthen professional networks with key security and safety stakeholders.
- Maintain regular engagement with relevant interlocutors.
- Coordinate and facilitate Security and Safety Working Group (SSWG) meetings.
- Organize and lead Security Review Meetings.
- Support the FSCM Coordinator and the Head of Office in Nay Pyi Taw in the implementation, monitoring, and periodic review of sites’ Minimum Security Requirements (MSR).
- Contribute actively to annual Security Risk Assessment (SRA) exercises.
- Provide technical security advice and support to internal departments.
- Support security managers and end users in the effective utilization of the SAFE Platform.
- Deliver specialized security support and recommendations to strengthen site security management.
- Conduct security support visits to Nay Pyi Taw and other locations as required.
- Contribute to emergency preparedness, crisis management planning, and business continuity initiatives.
- Support the FSCM Coordinator and the Security & Safety Officer (SSO) Myanmar in implementing and monitoring security agreements with Movement Partners.
- Participate in monthly security coordination meetings with Partner National Societies (PNS) and other relevant stakeholders.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of movement security procedures.
- Support the Security & Safety Officer (SSO) Myanmar in supervising the Operations Room team in Yangon.
- Provide guidance and operational support to Operations Room Operators.
- Collaborate closely with the Operations Room team.
- Contribute to enhancing operational procedures, reporting mechanisms, and emergency response processes.
Required Experience
- Minimum of 4 years of professional experience in security management, safety, humanitarian operations, crisis management, law enforcement, military service, or a related field.
- Strong analytical skills with proven experience in security risk analysis, incident reporting and information management.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build networks and maintain effective relationships with diverse stakeholders.
- Strong computer literacy, including Microsoft Office applications and the ability to work with security management platforms and databases.
- Previous experience with the ICRC, the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, the United Nations, INGOs or other humanitarian organizations will be considered a strong asset.
Qualifications
• University degree in Security Management, International Relations, Political Science, Risk Management, Military Studies, Law, Social Sciences, or another relevant discipline.
