Plan International is an independent child rights and humanitarian organization committed to children living a life free of poverty, violence and injustice. We actively unite children, communities and other people who share our mission to make positive lasting changes in children’s and young people’s lives. We support children to gain the skills, knowledge and confidence they need to claim their rights to a fulfilling life, today and in the future. We place a specific focus on girls and women, who are most often left behind. We have been building powerful partnerships for children for more than 75 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries. 

Plan International Sudan (PIS) has been working in Sudan since 1977, helping vulnerable children, young people, and their families to break the cycle of poverty and vulnerability. Plan Sudan’s country office is located in Khartoum.  

Safety and security officer (SSO) is responsible of ensuring systematic application of Plan International Safety and Security management policies and procedures in WN -Kosti or other locations based on the priorities of the organization. The SSO will develop a wide network for information gathering and represent Plan International in relevant coordination meetings. Work will include Security Risk Assessments, liaison with   community/humanitarian/government stakeholders, and ensuring that all staff have received required briefings and training. 

She/he will also assist with incident management and reporting as needed. The SSO will also assist in security assessments for Plan at new locations. The SSO will report to the Program Area Manager/ and technically to the safety & security Manager (Dotted). He/she will work closely with other team members to cultivate a good security culture. This role has technical oversight from the Country Safety and Security Manager. The Safety and Security Manager will provide technical support and capacity building to the Safety & security Officer.

JOB SUMMARY                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            

Safety and security officer (SSO) is responsible of ensuring systematic application of Plan International Safety and Security management policies and procedures in WN -Kosti or other locations based on the priorities of the organization. The SSO will develop a wide network for information gathering and represent Plan International in relevant coordination meetings. Work will include Security Risk Assessments, liaison with   community/humanitarian/government stakeholders, and ensuring that all staff have received required briefings and training. 

She/he will also assist with incident management and reporting as needed. The SSO will also assist in security assessments for Plan at new locations. The SSO will report to the Program Area Manager/ and technically to the safety & security Manager (Dotted). He/she will work closely with other team members to cultivate a good security culture. This role has technical oversight from the Country Safety and Security Manager. The Safety and Security Manager will provide technical support and capacity building to the Safety & security Officer.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          

STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT/NETWORKING 

• Develop good professional relationships with relevant authorities and stakeholders.
• Build positive working relationships with personnel in similar roles at another NGOs/UN.
• Attend relevant inter-agency coordination meetings.
• Ensure that Plan International has a wide network of security contacts and sources of information for 

Triangulation and maintain these relationships.

SECURITY RISK ASSESSMENTS

• Conduct desktop and on-ground Security Risk Assessments for all new locations, helping to 
• Evaluate risks to staff, beneficiaries, or Plan assets.
• Assess all potential facilities (offices, accommodation, warehouses, health facilities etc), making
• Recommendations on safety of location and security additions needed.
• Ensure and regularly reassess those vehicles, facilities and equipment are compliant with Plan’s
•  standards. Advise and where necessary implement improvements.
• Co-ordinate with program staff in implementation of project plans and how these relate to security.

ACCESS 

• Continuously monitor access challenges and advise on possible solutions.
• Maintain an up-to-date understanding of government requirements and processes for travel and 
• Project implementation. Lead on acquiring permissions.

POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

• Uphold the Field Operations Safety and Security Policy.
• Make recommendations on SOPs and contingency plans to reduce staff risk and vulnerability.
• Ensure revised Safety and Security Management, policies and procedures are approved, publicized,
• and implemented across the team.
• Ensure that contingency plans for Crisis Management, Evacuation, Relocation, Hibernation, and 
• Medical Evacuation are in place and disseminated and adopted amongst staff.
• Ensure that security procedures are understood and always respected and support the field PAM/ in taking the right steps in case of non-compliance to rectify the 
• situation.

INFORMATION COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS

• Research and analyse security dynamics in project areas from a variety of local and national. 
• sources in order to produce weekly security updates.
• Lead regular and ad hoc security meetings/briefings.
• Maintain a clear centralized filing system of security-related documents.
• Systematically map all incidents and provide timely analysis to identify emerging trends and inform 
• future security management.
• Ensure all new staff have thorough briefing on SOPs and areas of operation and are updated as 
• needed.

SAFETY AND SECURITY INCIDENTS

• Scenario plan most likely incidents and ensure Plan is ready to respond.
• Advise on appropriate actions and assist in incident management as needed.

REPORTING RESPONSIBILITIES

• Report any information related to Access and safety to the Safety and Security Manager/ PAM
• Coordinate with Field Coordinator and relevant stakeholder for any Security issues related to their area of operations.
• Seek the safety and security manager’s approval before execution of any action related to safety and Access.
• Ensure incident reports are completed in a timely manner and submit to S&S Manager/ PAM.
• Ensure timely submission of Weekly report.

SAFETY AND SECURITY TRAINING

• Assist in defining training needs, lead training according to the Plan Safety and Security 
• Training Manual, and identifying external trainers as needed.

OTHER DUTIES:

• Ensure the Safeguarding of program participants and employees through promoting an 
• environment of awareness and upholding the code of conduct provisions of Plan International, 
• Protection from Sexual Exploitation & Abuse, Child & Vulnerable Adult protection, and harassment free workplace policies. 
• Utilize volunteers when appropriate.
• Additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS 

 EDUCATION, LICENSES, & CERTIFICATIONS                                                                                                                                  

• Bachelor's degree in security management, international relations & security, Political/Social Science, Management, Law enforcement or a relevant field. 
• Completed Personal Security, HEAT, or other similar security training (preferably in the last three 
• years)
• Completed First Aid Citification Training in the last three years.
• Completed security/risk management Certificate training or similar (desirable)

 EXPERIENCE                                                                                                                                                                                               

• Minimum Three years’ experience in a similar role e.g. country security advisor, security manager, or security officer.
• Minimum two years’ experience in contexts with complex access challenges
• Up to two years’ experience in insecure contexts
• Two or more years’ experience working in a humanitarian organization is MUST.
• Experience in conducting security risk assessments.
• Experience in gathering and analyzing security information and recommending appropriate actions.
• Experience in delivering security training.
• Experience of managing security incidents
• Experience with government / CIV-MIL liaison (desirable)

 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES                                                                                                                                                                           

• Fluent spoken and written English
• Strong interpersonal and team skills 
• Proven ability to be flexible in demanding situations.
• Able to work under pressure.
• Excellent communicator
• Ability to adapt to a changing environment.
• Ability to adapt to a changing environment.
• Negotiation and representation skills
• Analytical and problem solving
• Understanding of Sudan security context
• Computer literate, able to work efficiently in Microsoft office on standard or mobile platforms.
• Ability to work collaboratively with others.
• Able and willing to work outside of normal business hours when needed.
• Able and willing to travel throughout White Nile up to 70% of the time. 
• Ability to support Plan Sudan Calling and adhere to the Plan Sudan Code of Conduct

PHYSICAL CONDITIONS                                                                                                                                                                                                    

The Physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by and employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee must be able to: 

• Frequent use of a personal computer, database and digital platforms, and other office 
• Productivity machinery, such as a copy machine and computer printer.
• Frequently uses hands, fingers, and arms to reach, handle, touch or feel equipment, medical. 
• Instruments, materials, computer.
• Frequent communication and exchange of information among colleagues and persons of 
• Concern which requires the ability to speak, hear, convey, and express oneself.
• Frequent close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• Occasionally ascends/descends stairs, steps, or ladder. 
• Occasionally I move about inside an office to access file cabinets, office machinery, meet with colleagues, etc.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. 
• Seldom to occasionally position self to Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• If in travel status, occasional to frequent traversing over rough or steep terrain in either a motor 
• Vehicle or on foot.
• Fit to travel regularly.

Women are strongly Encourage to Apply

Plan International’s Values in Practice 

We are open and accountable 

• Promotes a culture of openness and transparency, including with sponsors and donors. 
• Holds self and others accountable to achieve the highest standards of integrity. 
• Consistent and fair in the treatment of people.
• Open about mistakes and keen to learn from them. 
• Accountable for ensuring we are a safe organisation for all children, girls & young people 
•  

We strive for lasting impact 

• Articulates a clear purpose for staff and sets high expectations. 
• Creates a climate of continuous improvement, open to challenge and new ideas. 
• Focuses resources to drive change and maximise long-term impact, responsive to changed priorities or crises. 
• Evidence-based and evaluates effectiveness. 

We work well together 

• Seeks constructive outcomes, listens to others, willing to compromise when appropriate. 
• Builds constructive relationships across Plan International to support our shared goals. 
• Develops trusting and ‘win-win’ relationships with funders, partners and communities. 
• Engages and works well with others outside the organization to build a better world for girls and all children. 

We are inclusive and empowering 

• We empower our staff to give their best and develop their potential 
• We respect all people, appreciate differences and challenge equality in our programs and our workplace 
• We support children, girls and young people to increase their confidence and to change their own lives

WORKING EVIRONMENT                                                                                                                                                                                                  

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee. 
• encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may 
• be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet.
• The employee may be required to travel to remote areas where there are potential health hazards and risks, limited hygiene facilities, extreme hot or cold weather, and very basic. 
• living conditions including limited access to electricity or the internet.
• Access to healthcare is extremely limited in many field locations, this position is not recommended. 
• for anyone who needs regular access to medical treatment.

NOTE: The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by staff assigned to this job.  It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of staff in this position.  Duties, responsibilities, and skills are also subject to change based on the changing needs of the job, department or organization. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by Plan International Leadership Team as the requirements of the job change.

Women are strongly Encourage to Apply