Deputy Safety Advisor

Job Summary

The DSA will deputized the Safety Advisors (SA) for most of his tasks.
He will be involved in drafting of high quality safety analysis and reports, Supporting the delivering of NGO request services and Supporting the SA in the management of Field Monitors

Major Responsibilities:

Provide NGOs with credible information and contextual analysis of the local and regional safety situation.
Assist in the delivery of other request INSO Services
Support the SA in the management of field monitors
Adhere to INSO safety policies and procedures.
Adopts professional conduct and positive attitude

Mandatory Requirements

Bachelor in IT, Journalism, Mass Communication, Political Sciences, History, or any other equivalent diploma
At least 5 years of military, police and/or NGO safety work experience, at a mid-management level
Excellent English writing skills with ability to research and present complex issues in a clear and concise manner as well as a fluent conversational level of at least one of the following languages: Hausa, Kanuri or other local languages relevant to North Easter Nigeria.
A good understanding of NGO approaches to safety is essential
A Proven experience and knowledge of the North-Eastern Region
A proven ability to develop and maintain working relationships with key safety interlocutors
Excellent Computer skills and knowledge of Windows and Office programs
Nigerian nationality

Preferred Characteristics:

2 or more years of work experience with NGOs
Deep understanding of the Nigerian safety environment and its historical context
Deep understanding of humanitarian principles
Experience in high quality report production
Demonstrated capacity to work with minimal supervision and maintain a high level of engagement
Staff management experience

Key Personal Competencies:

A good listener
An effective communicator
Excellent planner
Ability to Prioritize and work with less supervision
Team player
Excellent interpersonal skills

Terms & Conditions 12-month contract with expected start date of (1st October, 2017), 2 paid annual leave days/month accrued, health and life insurance.

Applicants should send the following documents below to: jobs@nga.ngosafety.org and ensure to referenceĀ  “INSO – Deputy Safety Advisor- Maiduguri” in the subject line of your email. DocumentsNote: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please do not send any additional information (certificates, other writing samples, etc.) and keep the total size of your application under 2MB if possible.

Apply via :

jobs@nga.ngosafety.org