Safety and Security Officer

The Organisation

Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organisation that advances children’s rights and equality for girls.

We believe in the power and potential of every child. But this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination. And it’s girls who are most affected.

Working together with children, young people, our supporters and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges facing girls and all vulnerable children.

We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood. And we enable children to prepare for – and respond to – crises and adversity. We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national and global levels using our reach, experience and knowledge.

We have been building powerful partnerships for children for over 80 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries.

ROLE PROFILE

Dimensions of the Role

The Safety &Security Officer will be responsible for overseeing and actively monitoring the safety and security environment and movement of staff in Haiti, especially in security management, logistics support, and movement planning, by establishing and maintaining positive working relationships with all the areas and specifically with the Security, ensuring that Security Protocols are regularly reviewed, updated and followed by both staff and visitors, to ensure the security of all Plan International staff.

This will involve but is not limited to overseeing, contributing towards, promoting and implementing the global security strategy, policies and guidelines in conjunction with (and in consideration of) Plan's Global Security Policies, Standards and Plans; promoting a culture of security between staff; monitoring and analysing the security context in Haiti, facilitating the sending of alerts and the decision-making process. The person in this role will be responsible for actively participating in security management activities, overseeing movement planning and tracking., as well as collaborating with relevant stakeholders to ensure the smooth and secure operation of the organisation.

The scope of responsibility is for both Plan International Haiti and all authorised visitors

Objectives:

The primary objectives of this role are as follows:

• Contribute to the effective management of security by assisting in the development and enforcement of policies and procedures.
• Provide logistical support to various operations, ensuring timely procurement, inventory management, and distribution of resources.
• Plan and track movements of personnel, vehicles, and equipment to ensure efficient and secure operations.

Accountabilities

Security Management:

• Collaborate with the Safety & Security Advisor to develop, implement, and enforce security policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Participate in risk assessments and assist in identifying potential security risks and vulnerabilities.
• If requested, participate or collaborate in the Security and/or Access clusters.
• Ensure and monitor movement/travel/missions of the whole mission.
• Assist in delivering security awareness training to staff members.
• Ensure and update communication trees and ensure plans for communication in emergencies.
• Support and availability to be deployed for Security Assessments and Security Management during emergencies.

Collaboration and Networking

• Undertake security & safety, as well as logistics assessments to inform programming decisions and actions.
• Work with the National Security area, internal and external, including UN and interagency forums.
• Assist in gathering information for SITREPS and security-related alerts and advisories for Haiti.

Assessment, Analysis and Oversight

• Participate in field missions if requested and necessary to assist in security.
• Provide informed recommendations in the context of security assessments and reviews.
• Assess the application of security policies and level of facility vulnerability and recommend/oversee any changes needed to enhance security and humanitarian access.
• Coordinate the proper use of telecommunications systems.
• Support in the implementation of the security training plan for all staff and partners.

Child Protection (CPP), Gender Equality and Inclusion (GEI)

1. Ensures that Plan International’s global policies for Child Protection (CPP) and Gender Equality and Inclusion (GEI) are fully embedded in accordance with the principles and requirements of the policy including relevant Implementation Standards and Guidelines as applicable to their area of responsibility. This includes, but is not limited to, ensuring staff and associates are aware of and understand their responsibilities under these policies and Plan International’s Code of Conduct (CoC), their relevance to their area of work, and that concerns are reported and managed in accordance with the appropriate procedures.

Technical expertise, skills and knowledge

• Working experience in safety and security advisory and/or logistics role in a complex political-humanitarian crisis.
• Languages: French is required. Haitian Creole and English (preferred). Spanish is a plus.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of security management principles and movement planning.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities to address operational challenges.
• Proficiency in relevant software and systems for logistics management and security monitoring.
• Ability to get along with a diverse group of people, and provide good customer service while managing multiple priorities.
• Knowledge, ability, and willingness to learn Plan International management and program tools and frameworks adhere to Plan International’s policies and guidelines.
• Mental/Physical Requirements: Approximately 10-20% travel, primarily within Haiti and sometimes in remote areas with minimal amenities, often with short notice.
• Experience in the use of GPS systems and geolocation on maps.
• Experience in the use of satellite equipment.
• Proven ability to be flexible and work well under pressure in fast-paced team environments.
• Open to feedback and willing to try new approaches and processes.
• Positive learning attitude, and flexibility to adapt practices to local context.
• Good IT abilities, and knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Internet.
• Basic knowledge of humanitarian access strategies.
• Knowledge of Haitian security and political context.

N.B: We encourage women to apply for this position

References will be taken and background and anti-terrorism will be carried out in conformity with Plan International Child Protection Policy. Plan International operates an open opportunities policy and actively encourages diversity, welcoming applications from all areas of the international community.