Field Safety Officer

PURPOSE OF POSITION: To support the Risk Manager and the Team in the planning, implementing and monitoring of Safety Management in the Akkar Area. Moreover, assist in assessing local impact Safety issues, and in minimizing personal and operational risk for staff. And to help ensure Safety and protection of staff and physical assets. MAJOR TASKS: Conduct Safety assessments and threat analysis of operating environment Attend Safety meetings and prepare Safety reports Provide monthly fleet and transport management reports as per WVI Logistics’ reporting policies. Ensure the payment processing for all the contracted vehicles (light and heavy vehicles) are done in timely manner. Keep staff up to date on Safety developments Ensure the implementation of the minimum Safety management procedures and standards in the area of operations Provide regular briefings and updates to the team and visitors Liaise with other NGO’s, UN agencies, government bodies and attend relevant Safety meetings Work closely with the National Safety Manager Monitor staff movements tracking systems and provide regular info to staff on safety of their movement Check on the functioning of different materials (B-Gun-radios-Iridium...)  and assign communications material to staff as appropriate Liaise with the local authorities and inform them about the distribution schedule Be present during distributions in order to maximise staff and resources safety Send incidents reports to Safety Manager Contribute towards staff capacity building Ensure WVI transport policies are fully followed by all. Ensure appropriate use of vehicles by all staff (e.g. use of seatbelts, adherence to speed limits, vehicle booking process and      movement monitoring system)  EDUCATION / SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:             Education College degree in a field related to Social Sciences, Law, or Safety Management or equivalent experience in a related field Certified in basic life support, preferably on paramedic level.   Knowledge and Skills Good command of Arabic and English. Gives attention to detail and has an analytical mindset. Good communication skills, both oral and written. Good Team player Willingness to multi-task Able to take independence of action when required Proven ability to work effectively under pressure displaying sound initiative and good judgment Values diversity Excellent networker Have mature and sound judgment Computer literate (MS Office) Hold a valid driving license  Experience Proven Safety management skills, with emphasis on the unique Safety requirements of humanitarian aid work Have at least 2 years of field Safety experience Additional practical knowledge of tools and mechanisms and procedures for personal and organizational Safety in relevant specialist areas such as Safety in the field, Safety communications, physical Safety, critical incident management,      occupational safety and Safety training Direct personal experience of working successfully in hostile environments or under difficult operational circumstances               Work Environment: 70% local travel 30% office based Position requires availability and willingness to work outside regular office hours occasionally