Logistics and security

We are seeking full time Logistics/Security  for the emergency response project dedicated to Syrian refugee children at risk in Lebanon. This post is based in Sin El Fil, Beirut, Lebanon with field visits to the geographical area of implementation.

We are looking for a dynamic person who can work on the field, handle a big responsibility, has experience with child safeguarding* (preferably in emergencies).

Child safeguarding includes all activities that the organisation undertakes to ensure that its co-workers, operations, and programmes do no harm to children and do not expose them to the risk of harm and abuse; appropriate responses and effective management of child safeguarding concerns are in place; any concerns the organisation has about children’s safety in its own programmes and within the communities they work in are reported to the appropriate authorities.

Tasks and Responsibilities include:

General;

• Conduct rotating field visits to each of SOS field locations, if security condition allow, to assess update and improve all security procedures and systems and to train staff
• Develop comprehensive risk assessments leading to the creation of effective security plans, educate colleagues on the security plans and ensure compliance; 
• Map security incidents and understand patterns and threats; facilitate the development of country and situation specific, coordinated evacuation plans. 
• Develop and maintain contacts with national law enforcement agencies, where appropriate; be fully current on regional and country political issues and developments that impact INGO operations and safety. 
• Review and revise security policies and procedures with country & regional security officers to ensure understanding, buy-in, and compliance by staff; routinely revise (write and edit) safety and security plans for review by IOR. 
• Recommend and/or provide staff training on safety and security in a proactive and positive manner that promotes inclusion, participation, and leadership among the SOS country teams, including expatriates, local national staff, and women. Be knowledgeable and sensitive to training needs and issues that must be understood to promote a positive organizational profile, cultural respect, and abide by the SOS Code of Conduct. 
• Assist in SOS Emergency Response strategic planning and in the event of a new disaster or change in context, advise and direct accordingly. 
• Secure and coordinate supply routes, vehicles and the transportation of all program goods & supplies
• Ensure adherence to safety measurements by local offices 
• Provide guidance and training on safety issues related to driving and road safety, safe work environment, evaluate current best practices and recommend changes where necessary. 
• Investigate safety incidents and ensure lessons learned are communicated and implemented at other field offices 
• Prepare incident reports and submit according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) 

Essential Technical Skills, Experience & Knowledge

• Bachelor degree or equivalent in international development/security studies, or other relevant field, or substantial field experience. 
• Experience of managing people including recruitment, capacity building, and review procedures
• At least 3 years of security experience working in conflict-affected environment and complex relief settings 
• Demonstrated knowledge of UN, ECHO, and other standard INGO security frameworks. 
• Fluency in English and Arabic – written and verbal. 
• Ability and willingness to train country staff counterparts. 
• Willingness and ability to travel to conflict zones and disaster areas with little notice, if security allow. 
• Knowledge of the political situation in Lebanon and in Syria 
• All employees of the SOS CHILDREN’S VILLAGES Lebanon should be able to adhere to our Code of Conduct and the organizational valuesFlexibility and willingness to work long hours.
• Participate in internal work meetings and inform EiE team on log issues.

Additional Requirements and other Competencies:

• Have good knowledge of the geographically assigned environment.
• To assist in small local purchases and general logistic activities
• To represent SOS Children’s Villages Lebanon, in a respectful and professional manner and always act in accordance with SOS Children’s Villages Lebanon Code of Conduct
• He/she is a communicative person, approachable, credible, confident, leadership qualities, ability to command respect & authority, good communicator, good attitude to SOS Philosophy
• He/she demonstrates a positive role model, as well as conflict-solving behaviours. Acquires familiarity with creative approaches in engaging with children.
• Must be well organized with good oral and written communication skills and the ability to multi-task while prioritizing main objectives. He/she should have a professional manner, possess good interpersonal skills and a very strong work ethic. He/she is very emphatic, honest and possess the ability to convince people

Child Protection

SOS Children’s Villages works in accordance with the UNCRC: The best interest of the child is our primary consideration. Every child has the right to develop to his or her full potential, to quality, education, participation and non-discrimination. Everybody has the responsibility to protect children from all forms of abuse, abandonment, exploitation, violence,maltreatment, neglect, harm and discrimination.