Safety Assistant

We are looking for a highly qualified individual with a mind set to achieve success in a humanitarian organization working in a challenging but interesting environment. Who are weThe Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a humanitarian, non-governmental and nonprofit organization, founded in 1956, that works in more than 30 countries around the world.DRC has been operating in Lebanon since 2004, working with Palestinian and Iraqi refugees, as well as Lebanese communities affected by the war in 2006.  DRC is committed to basic humanitarian principles; including impartiality and neutrality, and offers the highest standards of accountability to the people it serves.For further information about DRC, please refer to our website: www.drc.dk About the jobThe safety assistant has to represent the organization when liaising with the local administrations. To Develop a network of contacts through other NGOs, UNDSS, Government agencies and other useful contacts and to act as the primary representative for DRC on safety and access related matters in Akkar. In addition to develop a network of contact with all municipalities and key stakeholders in Akkar area to support operations of DRC. Duties• Track staff and vehicles movement and clearance for field activities• Follow up on the security situation in Akkar• Send advisories and security messages• Monitor the evolving situation in the area of DRC operations in coordination with other actors as per regional, country and programme guidelines• Conduct regular Security Risk Assessments (SRAs) as per DRCpolicy• Assist with the implementation of regional security policies, protocols and procedures related to the safe Implementation of program activities• Analysis trends which can impact safety and other risks factors for DRC in Akkar and report and advice Accordingly About youTo be successful in this role you must have Bachelor degree preferably in related fieldand 1 or 2 years’ experience as safety focal point. Competency profile:• Team leader• Good communication skills• Flexibility and ability to work under pressure• Available to support after working hours and during week-ends Ideally you will also have Previous experience with NGO’s We offerAn interesting job in one of theworld’s best NGOs. DRC will offer the successful applicant a 6 months contract, renewable dependent on both funding and performance. You must be available to start work from November 2015 and be willing and able to work in Kobayat Akkar.Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for National staff. This position will be placed at level B1, equivalent to 1,204 USD per month. CommitmentsDRC has a Humanitarian Accountability Framework, outlining its global accountability commitments. All staff is required to contribute to the achievement of this framework (http://www.drc.dk/HAF.4265.0.html). Application processInterested? Then apply for this position by clicking on the apply button or go to www.drc.dk and find Current Vacancies. All applicants should send a cover letter and an updated CV no longer than four pages, both in the same language as the vacancy note. YourCV should also include contact details of three professional referees. Applications close 30th of October 2015. The interviews are expected to take place in the following week.