Safety and Protection officer (Part-time)

MOSAIC MENA is seeking a committed and responsible individual to join our shelter team as a Safety and Protection Officer under a Cash-for-Work programme supporting vulnerable and marginalized communities in Lebanon.

This position plays a key role in ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and stability of shelter residents during non-working hours, particularly overnight.

Position Details:
Position Title: Safety and Protection Officer
Duration: 6 months
Type: Part-time / Live-in Night Position
Working Hours: Primarily evenings, overnight presence, and weekends as needed
Programme Type: Cash-for-Work
Priority Consideration: Individuals with lived experience and strong understanding of community protection needs are highly encouraged to apply.

Main Responsibilities

The Safety and Protection Officer will be responsible for:

• Overseeing shelter coordination and resident wellbeing after organizational working hours.
• Ensuring the physical safety and security of residents during the night.
• Supporting conflict prevention and conflict resolution among residents in a calm, respectful, and non-discriminatory manner.
• Responding appropriately to emergencies or urgent incidents and contacting relevant staff when needed.
• Monitoring the shelter environment and ensuring that residence rules and safety measures are respected.
• Providing basic support to residents and ensuring urgent needs are addressed when possible.
• Reporting incidents, concerns, or protection-related matters to the Case Manager and Social Worker.
• Coordinating closely with MOSAIC staff regarding follow-up needs and safety concerns.
• Supporting a safe, inclusive, and respectful shelter environment for all residents.

Requirements

• Strong sense of responsibility, confidentiality, and professionalism.
• Ability to remain calm and respond effectively in stressful or emergency situations.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience in community work, protection, shelter support, social work, peer support, or humanitarian settings is considered an asset.
• Understanding of marginalized communities and protection-sensitive approaches.
• Willingness to stay overnight in the shelter residence as part of the role.
• Basic reporting and coordination skills.

Arabic required; English is an asset.