Oxfam recruits 01 SECURITY ADVISOR

Oxfam recruits 01 SECURITY ADVISOR

 

Oxfam in Mali works to implement its vision for a peaceful Mali, where inequalities and social injustices are reduced, so that women, men, girls and boys exercise and fully enjoy their rights.

To achieve this vision three Strategic Objectives are defined:

• The Resilience of sustainable communities and livelihoods;

• Good Governance, Peace and citizen participation;

• Access to basic social services

 

Moreover, at the heart of the Oxfam in Mali’s Country Strategy, there is Influence, Advocacy and Gender Equity for reducing Communities’ vulnerability to Internal and External Shocks and the Injustice of Poverty. Our programs will help reduce the economic marginalization of women and promote their full participation in Mali’s development

the Role

The security Advisor responsibility is to ensure that country security strategy is developed, implemented, monitored and reviewed; consistently with Oxfam policies, standards and requirements.

• Undertake an analysis of the context and risk assessment in the country and in particular in the areas of work and intervention of Oxfam.
• Develop on a regular basis an up-to-date context analysis and risk assessment
• Maintain close contacts with relevant stakeholders to develop a network with key actors to ensure gathering of reliable security information
• Develop a comprehensive and multidimensional security risk analysis in the country in order to implement and update permanently an adequate strategy of security risk management.
• Perform risk assessments in new potential areas for intervention.
• Travel regularly in the areas covered by the programme to help to review and update the procedures and instructions of security.
• Manage and contribute to the update of the safety management plan in stressing the importance of regional dynamics, conflict and the acceptance by the communities of labour and the presence of Oxfam.
• Contribute to ensure that the security situation is systematically followed in the countries and areas of intervention of Oxfam, in accordance with the protocols and tools for Oxfam.
• Support Country Management Team in post-incident intervention and crisis in the monitoring and evaluation management.
• Support country management staff to develop a security management system which includes a security management strategy (including detailed acceptance strategy) and plan which allows for the continuous updating of security measures.
• Advise and support the Country Director with regard to implementing the security management system.
• Ensure the security management system is in line with existing Oxfam security policy, protocol and approach.
• Support the Country Director and other senior staff to manage security incidents.
• Provide crisis management support to senior management for incident response, reporting and analysis.
• Ensure that the supporting departments (HR, Administration and Logistics) have in place an appropriate system to facilitate good security management.
• Ensure that humanitarian staff has the security skills and awareness that they need to be effective
• Advise programme managers on issues of access, risk and transfer of risk whilst safeguarding humanitarian principles
• Advise the Country Director (overall security in charge) on day-to-day security management in Mali
• Establish network of contacts with local stakeholders such as government, NGOs, UN, partners, communities to share and exchange information.
• Maintain permanent contract with the Security Advisor at HQ or regional level (regional humanitarian coordinator) if applicable
• Organize regular security meetings with all staff
• Paper on risk analysis and security strategy for Oxfam’s areas of intervention.
• Update country security and evacuation plan on a regular basis for all the Oxfam’s offices

What we are looking for

• Large Experience successful on security issues, planning and implementation of procedures in the context of humanitarian operations of the United Nations or NGO system.
• Skills proven in negotiation and influence internal and external audiences, including in difficult circumstances and under pressure.
• Good Knowledges of West Africa context and Mali security context in particular.
• Ability to advise and assist staff in a consultative approach.
• Excellent interpersonal communication, as well as an ability to keep his cool in all circumstances and do not lose sight of the strategic priorities.
• Ability to be efficient and organized.
• Perfect understanding of the importance of the gender matter in security and in humanitarian work and development.
• An understanding of cultural differences and an ability to work in very diverse cultural contexts.

• Perfect knowledge of the written and oral French and English are essential

We offer

A stimulating and dynamic work environment, dedicated colleagues and the opportunity to work for an ambitious new international initiative.

How to apply?
Only applications made via the internet will be considered

 

 

 

Our values and commitment to safeguarding

Oxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.

We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organisation and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Note: All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks.

How to apply  (please edit ‘how to apply’ as required)

Only applications made via internet will considered

As part of your online application, please upload your up to date CV and a covering letter explaining your suitability against the essential criteria in the job profile. 

About us

Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty. That means we tackle the inequality that keeps people poor. Together we save, protect and rebuild lives. When disaster strikes, we help people build better lives for themselves, and for others. We take on issues like land rights, climate change and discrimination against women. And we won’t stop until every person on the planet can enjoy life free from poverty.

Oxfam GB is a member of international confederation of 19 organisations working together with partners and local communities in the areas of humanitarian, development and campaigning, in more than 90 countries.