Job Description

Title: Assistant - Safety Security & Access

Company Name: International Rescue Committee (IRC)

Vacancy: --

Location: Cox's Bazar (Teknaf)

Experience:
∎ At least 2 years

Published: 14 Aug 2024

Education:
∎ Bachelor/Honors

Requirements:

Additional Requirements:
∎ At least 2-3 years’ experience in corporate security industry
∎ Experience in INGO/NGO/UN/Military/Police or similar industry is an added advantage
∎ Demonstrated understanding in security management in a large non-government / government organization
∎ Strong verbal and written communication skills in English and Bangla
∎ Minimum Bachelor’s degree in any discipline
∎ Any relevant certification will be an added advantage
∎ Experience
∎ At least 2-3 years’ experience in corporate security industry
∎ Experience in INGO/NGO/UN/Military/Police or similar industry is an added advantage
∎ Competencies: Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
∎ Demonstrated understanding in security management in a large non-government / government organization
∎ Language Preference
∎ Strong verbal and written communication skills in English and Bangla
∎ Specific Educational Qualification
∎ Minimum Bachelor’s degree in any discipline
∎ Professional Degree/ Certification
∎ Any relevant certification will be an added advantage
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Responsibilities & Context:
∎ Ensure all physical security measures in the different sites are operational and adequate
∎ Supervise guard deployment in office, warehouse and camp facilities
∎ Periodically practice emergency response plan in all facilities
∎ Periodically check operational capacity of the CCTV, record and troubleshoot as and when required. (when available)
∎ Train security guards/volunteers in basic security management (Guarding, incident reporting etc.)
∎ Monitor local security situation and report daily.
∎ Visit camp/program area on a regular basis. See camps of safety and security situation in connection to local crimes, law and order, political movement, tension between the communities, etc.
∎ Ensure all contingency materials are present in office/warehouse/guest house. Report for replenishment
∎ Support to prepare route map and camp risk mapping
∎ Develop ongoing relationships with local authorities as needed and other power brokers within IRC’s operational areas.
∎ In coordination with Managers, liaise with relevant security actors e.g., other UN/NGO Security Focal Point, local community partners, local authorities etc.
∎ In coordination with CSS&A support field team to manage context appropriate approaches to assure IRC facilities are suitable secure.
∎ Work closely with IRC field teams to ensure all incidents and accidents are followed up with an official written report.
∎ All IRC facilities are equipped with physical security apparatus and operational 24/7
∎ Security service company providing quality and timely service
∎ Safety and security incidents are reported and managed
∎ IRC drivers in Teknaf are receiving safety briefing and guideline
∎ Staffs and incentive workers are receiving safety & security awareness training
∎ Staffs and incentive workers are receiving fire safety and emergency management training
∎ Close liaison and coordination with LEA in the area of responsibility
∎ Program Brief
∎ Founded in 1933, the International Rescue Committee (IRC) is one of the world’s leading agencies working in post-conflict and development contexts, supporting communities in over 40 fragile, failed and developing states. In this capacity, we work to restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted, struggling to endure and wishing to advance on a path of development.
∎ The IRC has been present in Bangladesh since 2017 and obtained registration with the NGOAB in March 2018. Since the IRC obtained registration in March 2018, it has moved quickly to expand its integrated emergency health and protection response through both direct and partner-based programming focused on primary healthcare, women’s protection and empowerment, sexual and reproductive health, gender-based violence and child protection. Recently IRC has also introduced two new programs: Protection Rule of Law (PROL) and Education. IRC will continue working in both the camps and host community, while meeting the significant needs in both refugee and host populations, as already existing vulnerabilities are compounded with cyclical monsoon and cyclone seasons that impose additional threats to the lives and protection of those refugees as well as vulnerable host populations. IRC will grow over time its geographic coverage within Cox bazar and to other parts of the country, thus expand its networks and partnerships around emergency preparedness and response work, reach beyond the Rohingya refugees, also targeting the vulnerable host groups in Cox Bazar and other parts of Bangladesh.
∎ Purpose of the Role
∎ IRC is seeking an Assistant – Safety Security & Access for its Bangladesh Country Program, based in Teknaf with frequent travel to program locations. The Assistant – Safety Security & Access will work with the Security Officer to ensure that filed operations security procedures are adequate and managed in Teknaf.
∎ Under the supervision of the Coordinator Safety Security & Access, the Assistant – Safety Security & Access will support managing physical security systems of different facilities in Teknaf, and implement IRC’s Security Management Plan, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Contingency Plans (CPs) and risk assessments. The Assistant – Safety Security & Access will assists conduct onsite training for staff and drivers.
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∎ Highlights of Key Responsibilities
∎ Physical Safety & Security Management:
∎ Ensure all physical security measures in the different sites are operational and adequate
∎ Supervise guard deployment in office, warehouse and camp facilities
∎ Periodically practice emergency response plan in all facilities
∎ Periodically check operational capacity of the CCTV, record and troubleshoot as and when required. (when available)
∎ Train security guards/volunteers in basic security management (Guarding, incident reporting etc.)
∎ Monitoring, Analysis & Reporting:
∎ Monitor local security situation and report daily.
∎ Visit camp/program area on a regular basis. See camps of safety and security situation in connection to local crimes, law and order, political movement, tension between the communities, etc.
∎ Contingency Support:
∎ Ensure all contingency materials are present in office/warehouse/guest house. Report for replenishment
∎ Support to prepare route map and camp risk mapping
∎ Access Management:
∎ Develop ongoing relationships with local authorities as needed and other power brokers within IRC’s operational areas.
∎ In coordination with Managers, liaise with relevant security actors e.g., other UN/NGO Security Focal Point, local community partners, local authorities etc.
∎ In coordination with CSS&A support field team to manage context appropriate approaches to assure IRC facilities are suitable secure.
∎ Work closely with IRC field teams to ensure all incidents and accidents are followed up with an official written report.
∎ Deliverables
∎ All IRC facilities are equipped with physical security apparatus and operational 24/7
∎ Security service company providing quality and timely service
∎ Safety and security incidents are reported and managed
∎ IRC drivers in Teknaf are receiving safety briefing and guideline
∎ Staffs and incentive workers are receiving safety & security awareness training
∎ Staffs and incentive workers are receiving fire safety and emergency management training
∎ Close liaison and coordination with LEA in the area of responsibility

Compensation & Other Benefits:
∎ Mobile bill, Weekly 2 holidays, Insurance, Gratuity, Medical allowance
∎ Two retention benefits in a year equivalent to two basic salaries
∎ Two retention benefits in a year equivalent to two basic salaries

Workplace:
∎ Work at office

Employment Status: Contractual

Job Location: Cox's Bazar (Teknaf)

Read Before Apply:

Standard of Professional Conduct:

The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality.

Commitment to Gender, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion:

The IRC is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, respectful, and safe work environment where all persons are treated fairly, with dignity and respect. The IRC expressly prohibits and will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or bullying of the IRC persons in any work setting. We aim to increase the representation of women, people that are from country and communities we serve, and people who identify as races and ethnicities that are under-represented in global power structures.

Company Information:
∎ International Rescue Committee (IRC)
∎ 3rd floor, Sayemon Heritage Residence, Baharchora, Cox’s Bazar
∎ The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster to survive, recover and gain control of their future. In more than 40 countries and in 26 U.S. cities, our dedicated teams provide clean water, shelter, health care, education, protection and empowerment support to refugees and displaced people. The International Rescue Committee (IRC) Founded in 1933. David Miliband, President and CEO of the International Rescue Committee, is a former Foreign Secretary of the United Kingdom.

Address::
∎ 3rd floor, Sayemon Heritage Residence, Baharchora, Cox’s Bazar
∎ The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster to survive, recover and gain control of their future. In more than 40 countries and in 26 U.S. cities, our dedicated teams provide clean water, shelter, health care, education, protection and empowerment support to refugees and displaced people. The International Rescue Committee (IRC) Founded in 1933. David Miliband, President and CEO of the International Rescue Committee, is a former Foreign Secretary of the United Kingdom.

Application Deadline: 20 Aug 2024

Category: Security/Support Service