Access Manager

Our Profile

People in Need is a non-governmental, non-profit organization founded on the ideals of humanity, freedom, equality and solidarity.

People in Need was established in 1992 by a group of Czech war correspondents, journalists and activists and has grown to become one of the largest non-profit organization in Central and Eastern Europe.

Throughout our 30 years of existence, People in Need continues to engage in humanitarian aid, development cooperation, education and social inclusion.

We have been operating in Ethiopia since 2003, working in four regions; Oromia, SNNP, Sidama and Tigray in different multi sectoral projects in the areas of development and emergency response.

People in Need, from the very start of its operations in Ethiopia, has focused on projects in five main areas of interest: Education, Agriculture, Climate and Environment, Water and Social protection.

We are part of Alliance 2015, (https://www.alliance2015.org/ a strategic network of seven European non-governmental organizations engaged in humanitarian aid and development projects. This collaboration increases effectiveness, both in working in the target countries and in campaigns change to advocacy aimed at influencing the attitudes and policies of politicians and general public opinion and awareness in Europe.

More information at www.peopleinneed.cz  or HERE.

PIN currently is seeking energetic, disciplined, responsible Access Manager

PIN currently invites applicants for the position of Access Manager

Length of Contract: Definite Until December 31, 2024

Place of Work: – Based in Hawassa Sidama Region with frequent travel to PIN’s project sites in SNPPR, Sidama, Oromia, Tigray and/or other regions as required.

Salary: 35,940

 JOB OVERVIEW:

Access Manager (AM) is an essential team member of Ethiopia CP Logistics Unit. AM is responsible for PIN field-based approach to access and security aspects of PIN operations in high-risk conflict environments, with the guidance and supervision from the Saftey and Access Unit Coordinator

Responsibilities

· Closely coordinates access and security requirements with the Safety and Access Unit Coordinator

· Directly communicates with PIN staff about access and security related responsibilities and systematically working with the Safety and Access Unit Coordinator.

· Continuously assesses threats in high-risk conflict areas where PIN operates, quickly providing updates to the Safety and Access Unit Coordinator and CD for enabling to adjust PIN operations based on risk assessment results.

·  Contributes to CP contingency planning, supporting phases of preparedness and execution.

·  Conducts specific access and security assessments as per PIN needs, i.e. area assessment, road assessment and actors’ analysis.

·  Maps existing local services and referral systems in PIN interventions areas to access and/or mobilize when a crisis occurs.

·  Responsible for comprehensive procedures concerning PIN staff and cargo movement, travel clearances, verification of situation along access routes and areas of PIN operations.

·  Closely collaborates with the Safety and Access Unit Coordinator and CD to deliver context specific briefings and security training for PIN staff.

·  Oversees workable relations with local authorities and other key actors shaping the         Security environment. Engages with existing humanitarian partners and national     networks on case management.

· Designs PIN procedures for usage of various communication tools; personal protective       equipment; hibernation, relocation and evacuation equipment.

·  Administers needs and functionality of sat phones within the CP. Oversees in close cooperation with the Safety and Access Unit Coordinator the necessary registration process of the sat phones.

· Maintains information network to provide corroborated information and early warnings

·  In charge of pertinent system of security flash alerts for PIN staff

·  Troubleshoots access and security issues as per authority given by the Saftey and Access Unit Coordinator and Country Director.

·  Is an essential member of PIN crisis management team with focus on prevention, preparedness and response measures? Contributes into timely management of and learning from security incidents in line with PIN Security policy & procedures.

·  Represents PIN at access and security forums, regularly networks with NGO colleagues on similar positions.

·  Follows PIN involvement in potential deconfliction mechanisms and provides regular updates to the Saftey and Access Unit Coordinator and CD.

·  Regularly updates access, security and safety related documentation for PIN intervention areas, i.e. access strategy, risk assessment, (SOPs for specific intervention areas, medical access plans.

·  Ensures that effective and accountable report handling procedures related to the security system are in place and applied in PIN intervention areas.

Accountability and Safeguarding including Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment (SEAH)

· Carry out the duties in accordance with the PIN Code of Conduct and Key policies.

·  Participate in training and awareness raising (CoC and KP, Safeguarding…).

· Ensure that his/her team members attend training and awareness sessions and carry out the duties in accordance with PIN Code of Conduct and Key policies.

· Ensure that due diligence and/or capacity assessments of partners include an assessment of partners’ implementation of key safeguarding and risk policies/ procedure including the prevention of SEAH.

· Create and maintain a fulfilling and protective environment

 Other: other assignments corresponding to actual needs of the project, program or mission up on the request of line manager/CMT member 

General obligations and responsibilities

The Employee is obligated not to purvey any information concerning any of PIN activities to outsiders (including former PIN employees, who may no more be informed about current process in PIN).

PIN is a relief and development organization whose aim is to help and assist needy people. The Employee’s position within the institution requires contacts with outside; he or she therefore conveys a certain image of the PIN. PIN expects its Employees to behave in appropriate manners at all times and in all places. All members of staff should ensure their attitudes correspond to PIN principles, both during and after working hours.

The Employee takes over the responsibility for all entrusted material or cash. The Employee is obligated to cover all damages or losses caused by his carelessness. The Agreement of Liability of Assets has been signed separately.

Benefit

·  Standard work schedule of 40 hours per week from Monday to Friday

· Per diems for working and Accommodation outside of the duty office depending on the location

· Transport Allowance

· Bank loan facilities

· 20 days of paid annual and after 5 years of work an extra paid day for every year

· Extra days of paid leaves for selected holidays

·  Medical insurance, including spouse and children

·  Accident insurance for all injuries during work time based on the law

·  Pension contribution of 11 % from PIN

·  Paternity leave of extra 2 paid days above the mandatory 3 days

·  Maternity leave according to the law and extra financial motherhood support

·  Monthly mobile phone hybrid tariff

·  PIN supports fast career growth and internal mobility

·  International environment with opportunities to learn from other PIN’s country programs

·  Extensive Capacity Building program, both internal and external trainings, including the Induction training

· Internal online learning opportunities, such as access to PIN’s e-learning platform and webinars

· Annual staff retreat

· Friendly and fair work environment with small collective where everyone knows each other

•  BSC Degree in Business and Administration, Logistics, Transport and Supply Chain,     Communications, PR and Journalism and other related and relevant fields of studies
• Minimum 4 year Experience  in Solid assessment, evaluation, analysis and strategic planning skills.
• Basic knowledge and experience in development of security related technical tools guidelines and systems.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Able to travel to the field very frequently and stay in the field as per field necessity.

NGO experience is advantageous

• Good networking, representation and coordination and negotiation skills with stakeholders,
• government and other agencies.
• Planning, coordination and report writing skills
• Good communication and capacity to work under stress
• Good command of MS Package (Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook)
• Knowledge of spoken & written Amharic, English
• 3 strong references (will be crosschecked/contacted.