Oficial de Seguridad y Acceso

Coordinate security and access operations in Colombia for humanitarian efforts.

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Overview

Coordinate security and access operations in Colombia for humanitarian efforts.

You have:

  • 1 to 3 years of work experience in non-profit organizations or NGOs within international humanitarian assistance programs with proven capabilities in planning, organizing and executing humanitarian security plans in the field.
  • Higher education degree in social sciences or humanities, administration, among others.
  • Experience in managing humanitarian risks.
  • Advanced knowledge in communication technology, including satellite communications, cellular phone media.
  • Excellent command of computer tools: Microsoft Office, vehicle and personnel tracking programs.
  • Experience as a trainer/facilitator; ability to develop, implement, facilitate, and impart learning to a wide range of audiences.
  • Experience in analyzing and drafting reports on political, social, and security context.
  • Excellent command of Spanish, desirable and highly valued command of English.

Potential interview questions

How do you ensure the safety of staff while working in challenging environments? The interviewer is assessing your understanding of risk management in crises. Discuss specific strategies you have implemented previously to protect staff.
Can you describe your experience with risk assessment in humanitarian settings? This question focuses on your practical experience and analytical skills. Pro members can see the explanation.
How would you handle a security incident involving IRC staff? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies do you use to maintain relationships with local authorities? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you prioritize tasks in a fast-paced work environment? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Give an example of how you have facilitated training for staff in security measures. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What measures do you take to ensure continuous learning from past incidents? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe how you would gather and analyze context-related information for security assessments. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Added 10 months ago - Updated 9 months ago - Source: rescue.org