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Dansk Flygtningehjælp

Safety Assistant

CONTRACT

November 12, 2024

DepartmentUkraine

WorkplaceSumy

Contract TypeNational contract

Posted12 Nov 2024

Expires02 Dec 2024

Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a leading protection agency with a mandate to protect, advocate and promote durable solutions for displacement affected populations.
DRC has been operating in Ukraine since 2014, currently DRC employs over 800 staff in Ukraine and will continue significant scale-up in 2024 to implement emergency response in the Protection, Livelihoods, Shelter/NFIs and Humanitarian Disarmament and Peacebuilding (humanitarian mine action) sectors, using direct interventions, support to duty bearers and civil society organizations (CSOs), and partnerships with CSOs. DRC will continue and adapt its durable solutions portfolio to the evolving context.
DRC is currently looking for a Safety Assistant to be based in Sumy with frequent field travels within Sumy oblasts.
This position will report to the Base Manager.
Main responsibilities:

Assists in the implementation of DRC safety risk management systems (SRMS) under technical supervision.
Monitor information networks and update the ‘Traffic Light System’ accordingly.
Proactively monitor the MOSS and recommend improvements/implement basic changes.
Deliver briefings and context updates to the Safety Team.
Communicate Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Contingency Plans (CP), threat assessments, and other safety policies to staff whose first language is not English with the support of technical specialists.
Assess potential impacts of the evolving context on DRCs programmatic activities.
Establish a network of local contacts to develop a nuanced understanding of the context.
Support in site safety assessments and identify new office spaces, guesthouses, warehouses, and other sites as required. This can include regular safety audits, such as checking fire extinguishers, safe room supplies, first aid kits, emergency communication equipment, and physical security elements (MOSS), and so on.
Support in the completion of Safety Risk Assessments (SRAs).
Deliver Pre/Post Arrival Briefs to incoming staff (national and international).
Support incident response – particularly IMT and CMT.
Support in the management of the DRC safety information portal (Share Point) ensuring that it is up to date, relevant and accessible to a range of users.
Support in delivering safety-related training to staff.
Support in the maintenance of the structure of the DRC safety information portal (Share Point) and ensuring information pertinent to the duty station is up-to-date, relevant, and accessible to a range of users.
Any other duties related to the nature of the job as directed by the supervisor.

Required experience and competencies:

University degree: higher degree.
Work experience: 2-4 years professional experience.
Languages: advanced English proficiency preferred.
Interest in safety/ interest in analysis trends and news.
Computer literacy: confident user in MS Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook.
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Power Point.
Proficiency in written and spoken Ukrainian language.

All DRC roles require the post-holder to master DRC’s core competencies:

Striving for excellence: Focusing on reaching results while ensuring efficient processes.
Collaborating: Involving relevant parties and encouraging feedback.
Taking the lead: Taking ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
Communicating: Listening and speaking effectively and honestly.
Demonstrating integrity: Upholding and promoting the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.

We offer:

Contract length: 3-month probation period, renewable depending on performance and funding.
Start date: as soon as possible.
Closing date for applications: 02/12/2024.
Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for national staff.
Medical and Health Insurance.

Application process:

All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages in English).
Applications are open until 02/12/2024.
Applications sent by email will not be considered.
We reserve the right to conduct further interviews before the deadline for submission of applications.
For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website drc.ngo.

DRC as an employer

Founded in 1956, DRC Danish Refugee Council is Denmark’s largest, and a leading international NGO. We have continuously been ranked as one of the best NGOs in the world - and are one of the few with a specific expertise in forced displacement. In over 40 countries, we protect, advocate and build sustainable futures for refugees and other displacement-affected people and communities.

By working in DRC, you will be joining a global workforce of around 8000 employees. We pride ourselves on our:

Professionalism, impact & expertise
Humanitarian approach & the work we do
Purpose, meaningfulness & own contribution
Culture, values & strong leadership
Fair compensation & continuous development

DRC’s capacity to ensure the protection of and assistance to refugees, IDP’s and other persons of concern depends on the ability of our staff to uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment. DRC conducts thorough and comprehensive background checks as part of the recruitment process.

Danish Refugee Council is an equal opportunity employer and we consider all applicants based on individual merit and qualifications, regardless of personal characteristics or attributes. We are committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce, aiming for a 50% balance of men and women in management roles and ensuring that at least 50% of management roles are filled by national staff. We recognize that a diverse and inclusive team is crucial for achieving our organizational goals and making a positive impact on the communities we serve.

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