The Luxembourg Red Cross is recruiting
Delegate for Context Analysis and Humanitarian Access (M/F/D)
for the Luxembourg Red Cross International Aid mission in the Sahel, on a 24-month fixed-term contract to start as soon as possible. Status: unaccompanied.
General context of the project
The Luxembourg Red Cross International Aid (AICRL) non-profit organization works primarily in humanitarian aid in Africa. It is particularly active in the Sahel region, specifically in Burkina Faso, Mali, Chad, and, more recently, Benin. This area is facing a severe humanitarian crisis exacerbated by persistent insecurity. Armed conflicts and intercommunal violence have led to massive population displacements, creating urgent needs for food, drinking water, healthcare, and shelter. Security in the region is threatened by the presence of non-state armed groups, which regularly attack civilians, security forces, and humanitarian workers.
General objective of the position
Under the supervision of the designated AICRL staff member, the delegate will support the design, implementation, and monitoring of security and safety systems in the countries where AICRL operates in the wider Sahel region (Mali, Burkina Faso, Chad, Benin, and other countries in the region that may be opened up by AICRL). As AICRL is part of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, the delegate will work jointly with the security teams of partner Red Cross societies (host and national societies). They will also liaise with representatives of the International Committee of the Red Cross, if present in the country, and will be required to incorporate the security rules established with the Committee, where applicable.
The primary objective of this position is to provide direct support in the countries of operation to establish security and safety systems based on best practices and contextual analysis. The second objective is to monitor the implementation of these plans, including ensuring that staff members are adequately trained to apply them. The third objective is to support missions in strengthening security and safety management capacities at various mission levels. The final objective is to train staff on occupational health, safety, and security regulations. The delegate may also be required to train staff in first aid.
Main responsibilities and tasks
- Support missions in setting up structured systems for analyzing security and safety risks.
- Support missions in establishing adequate internal reporting and communication sharing systems on security and safety for each country (including datasets and other analytical products).
- Support missions, based on risk analysis, in the design, review, implementation and monitoring of security protocols and policies for each mission, basic security rules, contingency plans, proof of life, etc.
- Support missions to ensure adequate follow-up during the deployment phase of security and safety management systems, including the integration of security and safety into HR inductions for new staff members.
- Supporting country heads of mission and security personnel to ensure compliance with the country’s adopted security and risk management plan.
- Providing technical advice, lessons learned, tools and methods both internal and external to missions.
- Assist missions in assessing their security and safety gaps and in designing relevant capacity-building plans; provide materials and tools for training; conduct or assist in training, remotely and in person (during field visits); assist missions in monitoring the impact of capacity building and in conducting follow-up training as needed.
- Monitor risk management trends at the regional level and collaborate with other national and international organizations and networks at the regional level to provide information and technical resources to missions.
- Capitalize on experiences and develop ad hoc documents and tools to contribute to security and safety management, strategies and approaches.
- Coordinate the necessary applied security measures with the regional logistics coordinator, providing advice on security and safety systems, equipment, tools and suppliers.
- Regular coordination with the security advisor on best practices and the design, review and deployment of tools.
- Participate in security meetings at the Movement level and beyond.
- Raise awareness and train headquarters and expatriate staff on the subject.
Required profile
- A university degree (Master’s level) in security management, risk management, or a related field is required. Additional training in security and risk management is an asset.
Professional Experience
- Proven experience in setting up and managing security systems in complex humanitarian environments.
- Prior experience working with international NGOs is highly desirable.
- Prior experience in the Sahel is an asset.
- Experience as a safety trainer: Fire, First Aid, Evacuation
SKILLS
- Excellent skills in risk analysis and security management
- Ability to design, implement and monitor security protocols.
- Skills in training and capacity building, including designing training materials and delivering security training in the field.
- Proven communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with multicultural teams and diverse stakeholders.
- Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing and unstable work environments.
- Strong work ethic and ability to work independently while respecting the policies and procedures of the Red Cross Movement.
LANGUAGES
- Fluency in French is required; English is an asset.
Personal requirements
- Flexibility and ability to work in precarious, stressful and difficult environments.
- High level of confidentiality, respect and non-discriminatory attitude.
- Diplomatic skills in networking with partners, authorities and donors.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Strong time management, ingenuity and attention to detail.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work and integrate into a multicultural team.
- Commitment to the principles of the Red Cross.
How to apply
To apply, please visit the following link:Â https://jobs.croix-rouge.lu/fr/6311