• Job number:
  SRH06360
• Status:
  Employee
• Area of expertise:
  Other
• Position:
  Missions

About us

Desired start date: 01/10/2025
Duration of the mission: 6 Months – with possibility to extend
Location: Syria – Damascus

SOLIDARITES INTERNATIONAL (SI) is an international humanitarian aid association which, since more than 40 years, has been providing assistance to populations affected by armed conflicts and natural disasters by meeting their basic needs for food, water and shelter. Particularly committed to the fight against diseases linked to unsafe water, the leading cause of death in the world, SI”s interventions provide expertise in the field of access to drinking water, sanitation and hygiene promotion, but also in the essential area of food security and livelihoods. Present in 26 countries, the SI teams – 3200 people in total, made up of expatriates, national staff, permanent staff at HQ, and a few volunteers – intervene with professionalism and commitment while respecting cultural norms.

About the mission

About the job

General Objective
Under the supervision of the Country Director, the Humanitarian Access and Security Manager (HASM) is responsible for implementing SI’s safety and security framework in response to the evolving context. The HASM facilitates access to hard-to-reach areas, supports recruitment of security staff, and delivers safety and access trainings. As the security focal point at Coordination level, the HASM ensures compliance with SI policies and supports context analysis to inform decision-making.

Main Tasks & Responsibilities

Coordination and Monitoring

• Lead context and risk analysis with input from field teams.
• Report key developments to the Country Director.
• Ensure timely internal communication and guidance sharing.
• Conduct onboarding security briefings for new Coordination staff.

Access and Security Management

• Ensure security protocols are implemented in the field.
• Monitor and share updates on the security situation.
• Ensure compliance with rules at Coordination level.
• Manage incidents and support updates to SOPs and tools.
• Maintain regular liaison with local stakeholders.
• Support HR, Finance, and Logistics in applying secure systems.
• Contribute to access strategies with field and Coordination teams.

Representation and External Communication

• Represent SI in coordination meetings as delegated.
• Act as main contact with authorities and stakeholders.
• Build relationships supporting SI’s mandate and access.
• Report outcomes and suggest positioning changes.
• Maintain stakeholder engagement records and contacts.
• Develop a network of civil, military, NGO, and authority actors.
• Demonstrate initiative in managing external communications.

Internal Communication

• Deliver security briefings and alerts.
• Keep Security Packs and documentation updated.
• Draft or contribute to context sections in reports and updates.

Compliance, Accountability and Training

• Visit local actors to assess operational safety and gather feedback.
• Support compliance efforts with the Conformity Manager.
• Plan and deliver security and access trainings.
• Share official communications and support staff inductions.
• Assess and address training needs in security awareness.

Your profile

DIPLOMAS AND EXPERIENCE

• Degree in a field related to Political sciences, international relations or equivalent Education or training in data management and/or data analysis is desirable
• Minimum 5 years of experience in the humanitarian sector, including at least 3 years in a similar position.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

– Security risk analysis and crisis management in humanitarian settings
– Development and implementation of access strategies and security SOPs
– Context and conflict analysis, including reporting and early warning
– Stakeholder engagement and negotiation with authorities and armed actors
– Incident response planning and management
– Representation in humanitarian coordination and security forums
– Security briefing and induction for staff
– Knowledge of humanitarian principles and access frameworks
– Liaison with civil society, community leaders, and local institutions”

TRANSVERSAL SKILLS

– Strong analytical and strategic thinking
– Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
– Team supervision and coordination
– Problem-solving and decision-making under pressure
– Diplomacy and cultural sensitivity
– Integrity and confidentiality
– Proactive and autonomous approach to work
– Flexibility and adaptability in changing contexts”

LANGUAGES

1. English: Fluent (written and spoken)
2. Arabic: Fluent (written and spoken)

SI will offer you

Application process

Do you recognize yourself in this description? If yes, please send us your CV and cover letter!

Please note that CV-only applications will not be considered, and that the vacancy may close before the deadline.

Thank you for your understanding.

To learn more about Sl: www.solidarites.org

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Solidarités International (SI) est déterminé à prévenir et à combattre tout type d’abus – tout acte d’exploitation, d’abus et/ou de harcèlement sexuels (SEAH) à l’encontre des membres des communautés bénéficiaires ou de ses collaborateurs et collaboratrices, atteinte aux personnes et/ou aux biens, fraude, corruption, conflit d’intérêt non déclaré, financement d’activités portant atteinte aux droits de l’homme – qui pourrait être perpétré dans le cadre de ses interventions. SI applique une tolérance zéro à l’égard de tout type d’abus, particulièrement des actes de SEAH.

Solidarités International est un employeur équitable qui combat toute forme de discrimination. SI ne demandera jamais une rétribution quelconque en vue de participer à un processus de recrutement.

Solidarités International (SI) is determined to prevent and fight all type of abuse – all act of exploitation, abuse and/or sexual harassment (SEAH) against members of beneficiary communities or collaborators, fraud, corruption, violation of persons and/or property, funding of activities harmful to human rights – that could be perpetrated in the frame of its interventions. SI implements a zero-tolerance policy regarding acts of abuse, notably acts of SEAH.

Solidarités International is an equitable employer committed to find all forms of discrimination. SI will ever ask for any remuneration to take part in a recruitment process.

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