About CRS: 

CRS works to save, protect, and transform lives in need in more than 100 countries, without regard to race, religion or nationality.  CRS’ relief and development work is accomplished through programs of emergency response, HIV, health, agriculture, education, microfinance, and peacebuilding. We welcome as a part of our staff people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need.  CRS’ processes and policies reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

Job Summary: 

The Senior Health, Safety, and Security Officer (SHSSO) provides technical advice and support on staff health, safety, and wellbeing within CRS Sudan. This role manages staff movement, collaborating with the Country HSS Manager to ensure safe and timely program access. The SHSSO supports safety and liaison activities at the duty station and in field locations. The SHSSO contributes to adaptive CRS support and services, aligned with CRS's mission to serve the poor and vulnerable as well as CRS Global HSS policies and procedures.

Roles and Key Responsibilities:

1. Security Monitoring and Information:
   • Collect and analyse security information from various sources to inform management.
   • Maintain staff tracking systems and communication protocols for security purposes.
   • Prepare regular security updates and incident reports.
   • Monitor daily security operations.
2. Security Risk Management and Planning:
   • Support the implementation and maintenance of security plans and procedures.
   • Conduct security assessments of operational areas and facilities.
   • Routinely reassesses vehicles, facilities, and equipment to verify adherence to CRS standards, and advises on and implements required enhancements.
   • Assist in developing and reviewing security risk assessments.
   • Support the development of relocation and evacuation plans.
3. Security Coordination and Liaison:
   • Maintains current knowledge of government regulations and procedures related to travel and project implementation and leads the process of obtaining required permissions.
   • Liaise with security service providers and monitor their performance.
   • Establish and maintain relationships with security counterparts in UN, NGOs, and local authorities.
   • Represent the organization in security forums and meetings.
   • Coordinate with State Security Focal Points.
4. Security Training and Capacity Building:
   • Conduct security briefings for staff and visitors.
   • Assist in the development and delivery of security training programs.
   • Ensure staff have access to security information and resources.
   • Coordinate staff participation in mandatory security training.
5. Reporting and Incident Management:

• Provide guidance and support for incident management.
• Report access and safety information to the Safety and Security Coordinator.
• Proactively coordinate security issues with the Head of Base and relevant stakeholders.
• Ensure incident reports are completed and submitted to the Safety and Security Coordinator in a timely manner.
• Submit daily HSS reports promptly.

Any other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Basic Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in or equivalent in discipline related to security management, international studies Administration, Government Liaison or another relevant field.
• Minimum of two years’ work experience in a security officer role in an international humanitarian organization, UN, or related international development organization.

Education and Experience 

• Program Support experience or at least 2 years comparable related experience.
• Formal technical training(s) or professional certifications in security, safety and/or risk management.
• Proven experience of managing security processes, to include journey management / staff movement controls. 
• Proven experience in conducting security assessments of locations, buildings, etc.
• Experience in writing security plans and procedures. 

Required Languages: Fluent in both written and spoken English and Arabic.

Travel: 40 % between CRS Offices (West Darfur).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (SKAs) 

• Ability to conduct analysis of the security situation to enable decision making. 
• Ability to train and convey information to non-security personnel.
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiating skills. 
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Must be able to work without close supervision. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience as a trainer – preferably with training / teaching qualifications.
• First-aid / medical qualifications. 
• Personal Safety and Security Training. 
• Management of a guard force. 

Agency Competencies (for all CRS Staff):

Agency competencies clarify expected behaviors and attitudes for all staff. When demonstrated, they create an engaging workplace, help staff achieve their best, and help CRS achieve agency goals. These are rooted in the mission, values, and guiding principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results. 

• Personal Accountability – Consistently takes responsibility for one’s own actions.
• Acts with Integrity - Consistently models values aligned with CRS Guiding Principles and mission.  Is considered honest.
• Builds and Maintains Trust - Shows consistency between words and actions.
• Collaborates with Others – Works effectively in intercultural and diverse teams.
• Open to Learn – Seeks out experiences that may change perspective or provide an opportunity to learn new things.

Agency Leadership Competencies:

• Lead Change – Continually looks for ways to improve the agency through a culture of agility, openness, and innovation.
• Develops and Recognizes Others – Builds the capacity of staff to reach their full potential and enhance team and agency performance.
• Strategic Mindset – Understands role in translating, communicating, and implementing agency strategy and team priorities.

Supervisory Responsibilities: There is no direct Supervision but will coordinate with Field offices SFP and guards.

Key Working Relationships:  

Internal: Staff, Security guards, Security officers, Field Offices SFP, Office in charge, State Office Manager (SOM), HSS Manger, Program Managers, Admin Manager.

External: Security Service providers, Government Ministries, CRS partners, UNDSS, HSS community network, community leaders, and peer humanitarian agencies.

Agency REDI Competencies (for all CRS Staff):

Agency competencies clarify expected behaviors and attitudes for all staff. When demonstrated, they create an engaging workplace, help staff achieve their best, and help CRS achieve agency goals. These are rooted in the mission, values, and guiding principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results. 

• Personal Accountability – Consistently takes responsibility for one’s own actions.
• Acts with Integrity - Consistently models values aligned with CRS Guiding Principles and mission.  Is considered honest.
• Builds and Maintains Trust - Shows consistency between words and actions.
• Collaborates with Others – Works effectively in intercultural and diverse teams.
• Open to Learn – Seeks out experiences that may change perspective or provide an opportunity to learn new things.

Agency Leadership Competencies:

• Lead Change – Continually looks for ways to improve the agency through a culture of agility, openness, and innovation.
• Develops and Recognizes Others – Builds the capacity of staff to reach their full potential and enhance team and agency performance.
• Strategic Mindset – Understands role in translating, communicating, and implementing agency strategy and team priorities.

Disclaimer:  This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position. 

CRS' talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

CRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Submission location: - 

If interested, please submit cover letter, resume and copies of your education and work certificates to Catholic Relief Services organization - El Geneina Office. Ensure that your cover letter or resume has a phone number where you can be reached.