Context analysis & risk monitoring

• Conduct regular assessments of the context and security environment in all MdM areas of operation
• Compile and triangulate information from multiple sources to identify risks and trends
• Maintain and regularly update a contextual analysis and risk database
• Provide context and security updates during coordination meetings and program reviews
• Draft and circulate weekly security reports and ad hoc alerts as needed
• Develop and revise risk analyses and mitigation strategies

Mapping & stakeholder analysis

• Produce and update detailed security maps of operational areas
• Support to map key actors, stakeholders, and security incidents to support risk analysis and decision-making

Security management & preparedness

• Develop, update, and implement MdM’s full security pack
• Ensure contingency measures are in place and operational
• Support the logistics department in procuring and installing safety equipment
• Monitor the implementation of security protocols at coordination and field levels
• Support the development of access strategies and validate movement planning for new areas
• Ensure that incident reporting is timely and accurate
• Provide security-related inputs and support during crisis or emergency response, including relocations or evacuations

Capacity building & awareness

• Deliver safety and security briefings
• Conduct regular refresher trainings and awareness sessions on SOPs and risk mitigation
• Identify specific training needs and organize individual or team capacity-building accordingly
• Participate in the recruitment and onboarding of security staff
• Support the national HAROs with on-the-job training and technical supervision
• Support the national HARA with on-the-job training upon completion of the recruitment

Representation & networking

• Develop and maintain effective security networks with authorities, NGOs, UN agencies, and other relevant actors
• Represent MdM in security coordination forums and act as focal point for civil/military liaison if delegated by the general coordinator

Telecommunications & emergency communication

• Support the logistics team in assessing, procuring, and maintaining security-related communication systems
• Ensure that communication protocols are clearly defined, updated, and understood by all field teams
• Conduct regular training on communication tools and ensure functional use across the mission

Who you’ll work with

You work under the supervision of the general coordinator for Ethiopia mission and you work closely with the HQ safety and security advisor. You also work in close collaboration with the logistics coordinator, the field coordinators and the national humanitarian access and risk officers (HARO) of the mission.