Safety and Security Officer

Catholic Relief Services is the official international humanitarian agency of the Catholic community in the United States. CRS works to save, protect, and transform lives in need in more than 100 countries, without regard to race, religion or nationality. CRS’ relief and development work is accomplished through programs of emergency response, HIV, health, agriculture, education, microfinance and peacebuilding. For nearly 60 years, CRS has taken the lead in responding to natural and man-made disasters affecting Ethiopia's most vulnerable communities. Moving beyond emergency response, CRS' disaster mitigation and recovery projects in drought and flood-prone areas have rebuilt individual and community assets through non-food aid in the form of agriculture, livestock, health, nutrition, and water and sanitation assistance. CRS's humanitarian work in Ethiopia also provides livelihoods support to farmers and entrepreneurs, promotes equality and inclusion, and mitigates the impact of COVID-19.

As part of CRS family, you will join the more than 5000 strong and vibrant individuals working globally to accomplish the mission of CRS. CRS/Ethiopia invites you, the qualified candidate, to apply for the following position.

Job Title:                        Safety and Security Officer

Band:                              VI

Required number:        One

Department:                 Operations

Reports To:                   Security Manager

Job Summary:

The Field Security Officer is responsible for ensuring the safety and security of CRS staff, facilities, and assets. The Field Security officer coordinates with the Country Program’s Security Manager to provide technical leadership and oversight on all matters related to the health, security and safety of CRS personnel and assets.

 Roles and Key Responsibilities: 

• Develop, update, and maintain standard operational procedures (SOPs) and Contingency Plans for security operations within the Amhara Region.  Conduct on a regular basis, Security Risks assessments and assist the Security manager in conducting trainings on SOPs, contingency plans, Security management, Incident reporting, Prevention and Response Mechanisms, and risk/threats analysis.
• Provide security briefings for all visitors upon arrival in the Region.
• Participate in recruitment, management and evaluation of security service providers and personnel.
• Gather security information and regularly provide updates to the Security Manager and and PDP manager.
• Ensure that SAT phones are always functional and used for the intended purpose only.
• Serve as focal point with drivers during movement across the region.
• Establish and maintain effective liaison with local police, security forces, local partners and other relevant Regional and Woreda organizations.
• Ensure compliance with Fire Safety standards and preparedness, including availability, placement and adequacy of relevant equipment and signage in all warehouses within the Region.
• Regularly conduct compliance with safety and security assessments across all warehouses in the region

Agency-wide Competencies (for all CRS Staff):

These are rooted in the mission, values, and guiding principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results.  

• Integrity
• Continuous Improvement & Innovation
• Builds Relationships
• Develops Talent
• Strategic Mindset
• Accountability & Stewardship

Job Requirements

Basic Qualifications 

• Associate degree
• Minimum of three years of experience in safety and security management, community engagement
• Completed formal security management training
• Proven ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to transfer knowledge through formal and informal training
• Knowledge of the geography and culture of the Amhara Region
• Previous experience in security management with NGOs
• Proficient in MS Office package (Excel and Word) and mapping software.

 Preferred Qualifications 

• Certification in Security Management

 Required Languages - Fluency in English, Amharic and XXX required.

 Knowledge, Skills and Abilities  

• Strong attention to detail with good organizational, time management and prioritization skills.
• Ethical conduct in accordance with recognized organizational codes of ethics
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proactive, resourceful, solutions oriented and results oriented.
• Ability to prepare training materials and to present training materials.
• Ability to learn fast and adapt quickly to change.

 Travel – Must be willing and able to travel at least 60% 

Key Working Relationships:  

Internal: Security Manager; PDP Manager; JEOP CoP; Country Representative; Deputy Country Representatives – Program, Operations.

How to Apply

 You should fill the application form through this link: https://form.jotform.com/233373929124560 You should fill the application form through this link:  and attach your up-to-date CV on / before the application deadline November 13, 2023. You will be contacted only if selected for written exam/interview. Phone solicitations will not be accepted. These job opportunities are open to Ethiopian nationals only.

CRS requires its staff to treat all people with dignity and respect and to actively prevent harassment, abuse, exploitation, and human trafficking. 

** Qualified women & persons with disability are highly encouraged to apply**

CRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer