Safety and Security Officer - Beirut

The Opportunity

Under the direct supervision of the Area Manager (AM), the Safety and Security Officer will support efforts to mitigate risks to the safety and security of personnel, assets, and volunteers across all operational areas. The role ensures that safety and security management systems are effectively followed.

The Safety and Security Officer will also maintain strong communication and collaboration with the Country Office Safety and Security Department, aligning the area office's security practices with the broader organizational framework to ensure a cohesive and consistent approach to safety across all operations.

In the event of a major humanitarian emergency, the role holder will be expected to work outside the normal role profile and be able to vary working hours accordingly.

In order to be successful you will bring/have:

• Bachelor Degree in a related field or at least 3 years comparable related experience. 2 to 3 years of experience in non-profit organisations.
• Potential experience on SS Natural Disaster management it would be a plus.
• Advanced level of understanding of various communications technologies, including VHF and HF radio systems, satellite phones, cell phones, etc. 
• Solid training skills and the ability to develop and implement successful training sessions. 
• The ability to be flexible and work well under pressure in a fast-paced team environment. 
• Computer literacy, particularly in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and database/mapping systems.
• Ability to balance demands of beneficiary and security actors while maintaining appropriate contextual NGO security advice and coordination. 
• Sound knowledge of humanitarian principles of impartiality and neutrality as outlined in the Humanitarian Charter and the International Red Cross Code of Conduct. 
• Resourcefulness and creativity in developing the role of security within the programme and ensuring the most effective support to line management.
• Effective coordination, and reporting skills, with the ability to organise a substantial workload comprised of complex, diverse tasks, and responsibilities.
• Strong communication, people management and interpersonal skills in English and Arabic (if possible), with experience in leading multicultural, values driven teams.
• Fluency in verbal and written English and Arabic.
• Willingness to work and travel in often difficult and insecure environments.
• Commitment to Save the Children global policies and values.
• Valid Driving Licence

We offer a competitive package in the context of the sector. This role is offered on the basis of national terms and conditions only.

A copy of the full role profile can be found at: Safety and Security Officer - Beirut

The Organization

We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard. 

We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:

No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday

All children learn from a quality basic education and that,

Violence against children is no longer tolerated

We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children.  We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive environment where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.

We need to keep children safe so our selection process, which includes rigorous background checks, reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

All employees are expected to carry out their duties in accordance with our global anti-harassment policy.