Safety & Liaison Officer

Responsibilities:

Liaison:

• Establish a network of contacts with relevant government offices, including HAC, and other government offices as needed and coordination with AM and other programme leads.
• Lead on obtaining all relevant state-level permits.
• Assist the Liaison Coordinator in Country Office to get the TA (Technical Agreement) signed at the field level before moving it to HAC – HQ.
• Assist the Liaison Coordinator in Country Office for process Residency permit, new visa request, exit and entry visa and other visa related tasks.
• Arrange for different meetings with government stakeholders as necessary.

Safety

• Assist Safety Manager/HoS with the implementation of regional safety policies, safety rules, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) related to the safe implementation of program activities.
• Track access and operations and monitoring of staff filed movements to/from duty station.
• Collect, verify, analyze, and submit timely and regular reports on issues that affect, or may affect DRC/HDP operations.
• Support/Coordinate with Safety focal points in other duty station for on various Safety functions, e.g., Staff movement, Safety assessment, deconfliction, document of incidents and analysis and reporting
• Monitor the evolving situation in DRC operations in area of responsibility in coordination with other actors as per regional, country, and program guidelines.
• Provide operational safety briefings and orientation to all new and visiting staff in area of responsibility.
• Assist in training on safety procedures, security awareness, conducting PAST in coordination with SM/HoS, access and counter-surveillance; mission planning, and fire safety (as required) for field offices staff in area of responsibility.
• Assist in the management of safety incidents and crisis, provide timely and accurate incident reports and analysis, including analysis of organizational lessons learned.
• Monitoring and supervision (as required) of security guards, watchmen, and drivers where it relates to compliance of safety measures, local safety rules, and standard operating procedures.
• Supervise the implementation of physical and asset protection protocols and regulations.
• Ensure that appropriate access controls are in place for all DRC facilities.
• Assist in regular Security Risk Assessments (SRAs), including regular review of Safety Level System (SLS) and Minimum Operating Safety Standards (MOSS) as per DRC policy in coordination with Safety Manager/HoS
• Advise and assist the procurement and issue of safety equipment.
• Track safety-related incidents and developments and provide trend/pattern analysis.
• Conduct regular field site assessments and advise on mitigation measures.
• Carry out other activities as requested by AM, and Safety Manager/HoS

Reporting Arrangements:

With regards to safety policy, DRC has a dual-line reporting structure. The safety Officer will report administratively to Area/Base Manager as needed and as the area of operation, and for technical and information matters and tasking, to the Safety Manager/ Head of Safety. The dual reporting structure is designed to eliminate any delays and to promote transparency in the reporting process. This position also assists Liaison Coordinator in the Country Office for visa and permits related work in the Area office.

Weekly Deliverables:

• Submit daily updates as needed to line manager about safety operation status within area of responsibility.
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SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES

Experience and technical competencies: (include years of experience)

• 2 years of experience in security, preferably in the military or police context or related field of work.  
• Prior experience with the UN System or an International NGO is highly desirable.

• Education: (include certificates, licenses etc.)

  A university degree in a discipline related to security management, international studies, or military/police studies.
• Diploma or equal of public relations.

• Languages: (indicate fluency level)

  Fluent in both written and speaking English – highly preferable

• ALL EMPLOYEES ARE EXPECTED TO DEMONSTRATE DRC FIVE CORE COMPETENCIES

• Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.  
• Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.  
• Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.  
• Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.  
• Demonstrating integrity: You act in line with our vision and values.

• POSITION DETAILS

• Type of contract: National
• Contract Length: 12 months
• Band: Non-management  
• Salary Range Starting from, USD 1,225.00
• Duty station: Omdurman
• Start date: As soon as possible
• Closing Date for Application 21/March/2025

• Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for national employees.

  WHAT WE OFFER      

• Two Bonuses (during two Eid festivals)
• National Social Insurance
• Medical Insurance
• Excellent Working Environment and Opportunity for Growth
• Various Learning and Development Platforms

• APPLICATION PROCESS

• Applications must be submitted through the mentioned link on the page by clicking on Apply Button.   
• All applicants must send a cover letter along with an updated CV (we encourage CV no longer than four pages) in English.   
• Mentioning three referees' details of your present supervisor and HR along with past employment supervisor with CV.

• Note: Applications sent by email will not be considered. In addition, DRC doesn’t charge any fee for any of its recruitment process & believes in equal opportunity in employment regardless.

  If you have questions, you can visit our FAQ page. 

  For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website: www.drc.ngo.

  Gender Equality: DRC is committed to achieving gender parity in staffing at all levels. In light of this, female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply to bridge the gender gap. 

  Equal Opportunities: DRC is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment based on mutual respect for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, disability status, religion, ethnic origin, color, race,

  marital status, or other protected characteristics.   

  ***FRAUD ALERT***

  It has been brought to the attention of the Danish Refugee Council (DRC) that there have been instances of fraudulent job offers, purporting to be from DRC in Sudan. These offers reportedly concern fraudulent employment opportunities to applicants asking for money. DRC would like to stipulate that the organization never charges or accepts any money from job seekers during the recruitment process. DRC recommends that you do not respond to unsolicited offers of employment.