Access & Safety Officer

Job Description

People in Need is a non-governmental, non-profit organization founded on the ideals of humanity, freedom, equality, and solidarity.

Established in 1992 by a group of Czech war correspondents, journalists, and activists, People in Need has grown to become one of the largest non-profit organizations in Central and Eastern Europe.

Engagement in humanitarian aid, development cooperation, education, and social inclusion has been ongoing for 30 years.

Since 2003, we have been operating in Ethiopia, working in five regions: Oromia, Central Ethiopia, South Ethiopia, Amhara, and Tigray on various multi-sectoral projects.

Our focus in Ethiopia includes five main areas of interest:

• Education
• Agriculture
• Climate and Environment
• Water
• Social Protection

We are part of Alliance 2015, a strategic network of seven European NGOs engaged in humanitarian aid and development projects.

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PIN currently invites qualified applicants for the position of: Access & Safety Officer for the Access and Safety Department.

Length of Contract: definite until December 31, 2025

Place of Work: Based in Nekemte, Oromia Region, with frequent field travel to PIN’s project sites as required.

Salary: 340 USD

Job Overview

The Access & Safety Officer (ASO) supports the implementation of People in Need’s safety and access strategy at the field level. The ASO, based in Bahir Dar (Amhara region), will assist the Safety & Access Unit Coordinator (ASUC) to ensure field operations are conducted safely.

Key Responsibilities

1. Context Monitoring & Analysis

• Monitor local developments affecting staff safety or access.
• Maintain communication with local stakeholders.
• Contribute to access updates and situation reports.
• Flag security concerns to the Access Manager promptly.

2. Field Security Support

• Conduct field access assessments under ASUC guidance.
• Support risk assessments for new areas and program expansion.
• Monitor staff movements and ensure communication tools are functional.
• Support incident reporting and follow-up documentation.

3. Liaison & Coordination

• Assist in maintaining access networks with local actors.
• Coordinate with partners and humanitarian access/security forums.
• Assist in drafting NOC letters and movement clearance documents.

4. Training & Awareness

• Deliver safety inductions for new national staff.
• Support ASUC in organizing safety and first aid training sessions.
• Conduct awareness sessions on context-specific risks.

5. Logistics & Emergency Preparedness

• Monitor availability and condition of emergency supplies.
• Support the development of contingency plans.
• Maintain up-to-date contact lists and emergency phone trees.

6. Documentation & Reporting

• Assist in updating field-level SOPs and security risk assessments.
• Track field incident reports and maintain the local incident database.
• Support weekly movement planning and post-trip security debriefs.

Accountability and Safeguarding

• Ensure activities align with PIN Code of Conduct and Safeguarding Policy.
• Report safeguarding concerns as per PIN protocols.
• Contribute to a protective and inclusive work environment.

Other Responsibilities

• Perform any other access or security-related tasks assigned by the Access & Safety Unit coordinator (ASUC).
• Ensure strict confidentiality in all sensitive matters.
• Be available outside regular hours as emergency contact when required.

General Obligations and Responsibilities

• The Employee is obligated not to purvey any information concerning any of PIN activities to outsiders (including former PIN employees).
• PIN is a relief and development organization whose aim is to help and assist needy people. The Employee’s position requires contacts with outside; therefore, they convey a certain image of PIN. Employees are expected to behave in appropriate manners at all times.
• The Employee takes over the responsibility for all entrusted material or cash and is obligated to cover all damages or losses caused by carelessness.

Benefits

• 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 leave and an extra paid day for every year after 5 years of work.
• Extra days of paid leave 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 country programs.
• Extensive Capacity Building program, including internal and external trainings.
• Internal online learning opportunities, such as access to PIN’s e-learning platform and webinars.
• Annual staff retreat.
• Friendly and fair work environment with a small collective where everyone knows each other.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, security studies, or related field.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience in security, humanitarian access, or liaison roles.
• Good understanding of the local context and key stakeholders.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of Oromifa language is mandatory.
• Capacity to work in a fast-paced, high-risk environment.
• Proficiency in English; ability to write reports and briefings.
• 3 strong references (will be crosschecked/contacted).

Skills Required:

• Security
• Social / Science / Project / Management / Development