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People in Need is a non-governmental, non-profit organization founded on the ideals of humanism, freedom, equality and solidarity. We consider human dignity and freedom to be fundamental values. We believe that people anywhere in the world should have the right to make decisions about their lives and to share the rights expressed in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.

The People in Need organization was established in 1992 by a group of Czech war correspondents who were no longer satisfied with merely relaying information about ongoing conflicts and began sending out aid. It gradually became established as a professional humanitarian organization striving to provide aid in troubled regions and support adherence to human rights around the world.

Throughout our over 25 years of its existence, People in Need has become one of the biggest non-profit organizations in Central Europe. In addition to humanitarian aid and human rights, it now also targets education and helps people living in social exclusion.

We are part of Alliance 2015, (https://www.alliance2015.org/  a strategic network of seven European non-governmental organizations engaged in humanitarian aid and development projects. This collaboration increases effectiveness, both in working in the target countries and in campaigns aimed at influencing the attitudes of politicians and the general public in Europe. In our over 16 years operation in Ethiopia, has focused on projects in five main areas of interest: Education and Social protection, Environment, Livelihood and Agriculture, Water, sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) and Emergency programs.

PIN currently is seeking energetic, disciplined, responsible Access  Manager

PIN currently invites applicants for the position of Access  Manager

Length of Contract: Definite for 12 Months

JOB OVERVIEW:

Access Manager (AM) is an essential team member of Ethiopia CP Safety and Access Unit. AM is responsible for PIN field-based approach to access and security aspects of PIN operations in high-risk conflict environments, with the guidance and supervision from the Safety & Access Unit Coordinator.

Responsibilities

  • Closely coordinates access and security requirements with the Safety & Access Unit Coordinator (SA Coordo) and Program teams.
  • Continuously assesses threats in high-risk conflict areas where PIN operates, quickly providing updates to the SA Coordo for enabling to adjust PIN operations based on risk assessment results.
  • Contributes to CP contingency planning, supporting phases of preparedness and execution.
  • Conducts specific access and security assessments as per PIN needs, i.e. area assessment, road assessment and actors’ analysis.
  • Conducts quarterly field access and security assessments of PIN bases, guesthouses and areas of operations.
  • Maps existing local services and referral systems in PIN interventions areas to access and/or mobilize when a crisis occurs.
  • Responsible for implementing and enforcing security procedures concerning PIN staff and cargo movement, travel clearances, verification of situation along access routes and areas of PIN operations.
  • Conduct the context evaluation with concerned safety focal points before validating any vehicle movements.
  • Closely collaborates with the SA Coordo to deliver context specific briefings and security training for PIN field staff.
  • Conducts regular visits of local authorities and other key actors in PIN areas.
  • Administers needs and functionality of sat phones within the CP. Oversees in close cooperation with the SA Coordo the necessary registration process of the sat phones.
  • Maintains information network to provide corroborated information and early warnings
  • Under the coordination of the SA Coordo, in charge of operating the security flash alerts for PIN staff
  • Troubleshoots access and security issues as per authority given by the SA Coordo and/or Country Director.
  • Is an essential member of PIN crisis management team with focus on prevention, preparedness and response measures. Contributes into timely management of and learning from security incidents in line with PIN Security policy & procedures.
  • Represents PIN at access and security forums when assigned, regularly networks with NGO colleagues on similar positions.
  • Follows PIN’s involvement in potential deconfliction mechanisms and provides regular updates to the SA Coordo and CD.
  • Regularly updates access, security and safety related documentation for PIN intervention areas, i.e. access strategy, risk assessment, (SOPs for specific intervention areas, medical access plans.
  • Produce a weekly sitrep of the PIN’s operations areas under his responsibility.

Accountability and Safeguarding including Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment (SEAH)

  • Carry out the duties in accordance with the PIN Code of Conduct and Key policies.
  • Participate in training and awareness raising (CoC and KP, Safeguarding…).
  • Ensure that his/her team members attend training and awareness sessions and carry out the duties in accordance with PIN Code of Conduct and Key policies.
  • Ensure that due diligence and/or capacity assessments of partners include an assessment of partners’ implementation of key safeguarding and risk policies/ procedure including the prevention of SEAH.
  • Create and maintain a fulfilling and protective environment.
  • Other assignments corresponding to actual needs of the project, program or mission up on the request of line manager/CMT member

Benefit

  • Standard work schedule of 40 hours per week from Monday to Friday
  • Per diems for working and Accommodation outside of the duty office depending on the location
  • Transport Allowance
  • Bank loan facilities
  • 20 days of paid annual and after 5 years of work an extra paid day for every year
  • Extra days of paid leaves for selected holidays
  • Medical insurance, including spouse and children
  • Accident insurance for all injuries during work time based on the law
  • Pension contribution of 11 % from PIN
  • Paternity leave of extra 2 paid days above the mandatory 3 days
  • Maternity leave according to the law and extra financial motherhood support
  • Monthly mobile phone hybrid tariff
  • PIN supports fast career growth and internal mobility
  • International environment with opportunities to learn from other PIN’s country programs
  • Extensive Capacity Building program, both internal and external trainings, including the Induction training
  • Internal online learning opportunities, such as access to PIN’s e-learning platform and webinars
  • Annual staff retreat
  • Friendly and fair work environment with small collective where everyone knows each other

Job Requirements

Qualifications:

  • An appropriate university degree, preferably in the fields of humanitarian and development studies, journalism and political sciences.
  • Minimum of 4 years Proven field work experience and training in security/access/safety domains, preferably with NGO.

Expectations:

  • Solid assessment, evaluation, analysis and strategic planning skills.
  • Basic knowledge and experience in development of security related technical tools guidelines and systems.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Able to travel to the field very frequently and stay in the field as per field necessity.
  • Three references (will be crosschecked/contacted)

  • Interested applicants for the position should fill the application form and send their CV and Cover letter as soon as possible via the link Until May 31,2023.
  •  Should any information needed please contact using: [email protected]
  • Please note: PIN does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing, training or any other fees).
  • People in Need staff are expected to perform job duties and responsibilities in accordance with People in Need Code of conduct and key policies available at: https://www.peopleinneed.net/key-policies-4142gp

Women are strongly encouraged to apply.

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