Security officer - Lebanon

Job purpose
 

The main role of the Security Officer is to support and advise the Head of Country office (HoCO) in matters pertaining to security in Lebanon, in order to ensure that an effective security framework is established and that IFRC personnel are able to operate in as safe an environment as possible. 

The Security Officer will facilitate the process of ensuring that all relevant security documents and procedures have been established within the delegation in accordance with the Federation’s Minimum Security Requirements (MSR’s). He/she will assist with obtaining information, analysis and composing of documents.

The Security Officer will work closely and coordinate with LRCS SSU and ICRC security focal points. The Security Officer will seek advice and support from the Security Unit in Geneva and will act as the Regional Security Adviser when requested.

Job duties and responsibilities
 

1. Be familiar with the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) security framework and security support tools:

• Successfully complete the IFRC security e-learning courses; ‘Stay Safe-Personal Security’ and ‘Stay Safe-Security management’
• Be familiar with both ‘Stay safe’ security handbooks
• Be familiar with the Security Unit’s FedNet site.
• Attend the Security Unit 2 days Security Management Course at the earliest opportunity (if applicable)

• Subscribe to the Security Unit’s weekly security newsletter ‘HotSpots’ and provide input as and when pertinently
  2. Support and advise the HoCO to ensure that the delegation is in compliance with the International Federation’s Minimum Security Requirements (MSR’s) and that an effective security framework is established and maintained in Lebanon.:
• Maintain a sound understanding of the security situation in Lebanon ensuring that the threats and related risks are identified and that mitigation measures in place are appropriate.
• Use (and update) the MSR Self-Assessment process to assist the HoCo to ensure compliance
• Ensure all relevant security documents (as per MSR) have been established (security regulations, relocation plans, MedEvac plan, others) in accordance with a current risk assessment and are fit for purpose
• Review/update all security documents at minimum every 6 months.
• Conduct Security Assessments and produce associated reports for all sites, including delegates residences, offices, warehouses and MENA regional office premises.
• Ensure that a current Contacts List with name, addresses and contact numbers of all colleagues is kept centrally and updated
  3.Establish/maintain an effective security information network:
• LRCS SSU and ICRC
• Local authorities and humanitarian actors in areas of operation
• Attend relevant security coordination meetings (UN/INSO etc.) where applicable
• Keep informed of relevant in-country or regional developments that might impact the safety and security of Federation/Movement activities in Lebanon (open sources/network/ local authorities, etc.)
• Share all information with the Head of Country Office (HoCO) and Director of MENA Region
• Disseminate relevant information within the Country office and integrated Partners National Societies
  4.Conduct briefings for new delegates, staff and visitors with regards to safety and security. At the request of the HoCO; brief delegates and staff on security-related issues during delegation meetings
• Prepare briefing presentation and the Security Welcome Brief (as per the MSR) for all new delegates/staff/visitors (should include the overview of the security situation, emergency numbers, basic rules, no-go areas, curfew, medical issues.
• Verbal briefing for all new delegates/staff/visitors in-country should be given within maximum 48 hours of their arrival in the country.
• Brief the delegation regarding new security developments, procedures and concerns during coordination meetings
   
• At the request of the , assist with writing security updates, revision of security documents and situation reports.
• Ensure that all IFRC staff in the country are kept informed of any changes in the security environment through:
• Security Alerts (SMS/WhatsApp and email)
• Security Advisories with instructions, if and when necessary
• Ensure that all field travel requests are processed according to IFRC Security regulations and in coordination   with LRCS SSU:
• Ensure all field movements are monitored by the LRCS SSU.
• Keep permanent coordination and communication with LRCS SSU.
• Ensure vehicles and staff are equipped with appropriate communication equipment (Satellite phones or VHF radios in areas were mobile phone coverage is limited or prone to disruption)
• In case of a security incident; ensure that standard security incident reporting system and actions are applied appropriately:
• Inform HoCO all security incidents or concerns
• Advise HoCO on any required actions as a result of a security incident.
• Ensure Incident Reports are written and forwarded to Regional Security Adviser and Security Unit
• Conduct an appropriate review of any incident to identify lessons learned and any follow-up actions required
• Adjust security documents accordingly (if necessary) following a review of the security incident
• Together with the HoCO ensure that the integrity of the Federation is protected in all aspects of operations conducted by the Federation:
• Advocate that security be an integral component of all program planning
• Discuss issues relating to acceptable cultural behaviour highlighting the fundamental principles of Neutrality, Acceptance, Impartiality
• Assist in establishing/maintaining security awareness within the delegation
• Report all breaches of security regulations and Code of Conduct
• Execute  other regional security-related tasks as assigned by the including but not limited to:
• Research and analyse security-related information from a variety of local and international media sources, the UN and other INGOs in order to produce a formal weekly security update for the whole region

• Gide train and monitor all staff in the different relevant countries and clusters to ensure the Country’s Minimum Standards in Safety and Security are followed and respected

  K

  Self-supporting in computers (Windows, spreadsheets, Word, etc)-Requierd

  Advanced level of understanding of various communications technologies, including VHF and HF radio systems, satellite phones, cell phones, etc.Requierd

  Additional practical knowledge of tools and mechanisms and procedures for personal and organizational security in relevant specialist areas such as security in the field, security communications, physical security, critical incident management, occupational safety and security training-Requierd

  Direct personal experience of working successfully in hostile environments or under difficult operational circumstances-Requierd

  Excellent planning, coordination, and reporting skills, with the ability to organise a substantial workload comprised of complex, diverse tasks and responsibilities-Full adherence to security protocols Sensitivity and respect for diversity

  Staff development and capacity building