JOB DESCRIPTION
Background
NORCAP’s mission is to improve aid to protect and empower people affected by crises and climate change. With expertise in the humanitarian, development, and peacebuilding sectors, we collaborate with local, national, and international partners on finding solutions that meet the needs of people at risk. We do this by:
Supporting humanitarian, development and peacebuilding initiatives that protect and empower people.
Improving impact at the global and local level through joint projects with partners and stakeholders
Providing expertise and developing capacity that enable partners to meet the needs of people in fragile situations and crises.
Strengthening the global system that we are part of through support for leadership, coordination, and policy development.
Building bridges between the humanitarian, development, and peacebuilding sectors.
To achieve this ambitious mission, we rely on a team of dedicated professionals, and that’s where you come in as our next Health Safety and Security (HSS) Manager
The NORCAP HSS Manager serves as the lead technical resource on health, safety and security risks and crisis management. Your expertise will be critical in ensuring the safety and well-being of our staff working in complex environments around the world. You will provide advice and guidance to NORCAP Management and staff on HSS policy, procedures, and best practices.
To fulfil these crucial responsibilities, the ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in the following core areas:
- Monitor the general security situation and identify potential security risks impacting NORCAP.
- Review and provide feedback on all HSS products (plans, reports, agreements, risk assessments etc.)
- Ensure NORCAP compliance with HSS regulations
- Provide HSS briefings and security and crisis management training to NORCAP employees
- Advise and guide on security and duty of care to NORCAP teams during project stages
- Ensure quality and compliance of due diligence assessments
- Coordinate the NORCAP Crisis Management Team and serve as main liaison with the International SOS
- Maintain and develop NORCAP’s security and duty-of-care policies, procedures and plans
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- Conduct field risk assessments and liaise with security providers
To effectively deliver on these essential duties, a successful candidate will possess a unique blend of experience and qualifications, including:
- Minimum 7 years of experience as a HSS Manager in a humanitarian/recovery context
- Considerable experience in High and extreme Risk environments (minimum 2 years)
- Demonstrated experience as a trainer
- Professional qualifications or studies in general management, HSS and/or risk management
- Experience with management of critical incidents and crises
- Fluency in English, both written and verbal
- You are encouraged to read the full Terms of Reference for more detail.
What we offer
The ideal candidate for this challenging and rewarding role will find a fulfilling career at NORCAP. In addition to salary at Grade 10 on NRC’s pay scale, you can expect to enjoy the following as part of our team:
- Central location in downtown Oslo
- Flexible working hours
- Hybrid working
- Rewarding work for a renowned global organisation meeting several humanitarian, development, and peacebuilding challenges
How to apply
Ready to make a real difference? Read the instructions below, before submitting your application!
- When submitting your application, kindly register in English your full employment history and education.
- Please include your full name as written in your passport. Uploaded CVs alone will not be reviewed.
- NORCAP values diversity, equity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, religion or disability.
- NORCAP reserves the right to conduct a full background check on shortlisted candidates
- Approved Health Certificate will be required prior to contract commencement and assignment
- Feedback will be given to all applicants within four weeks after the closing of this advertisement.
- Apply before 25 March2024, 11:59PM