Safety Officer at Danish Refugee Council

Overall purpose of the role:  
DRC is recruiting for a highly qualified Safety Officer to oversee safety matters directly or indirectly related to all DRC personnel, assets within Nairobi. The Safety Officer is responsible for ensuring the proper application of DRC’s Safety Risk Management System (SRMS) and Global Safety Policy. The Safety Officer, in close cooperation with the Country Safety Coordinator, is responsible for managing known and unknown safety risks, leading on day to day safety management, advising on risk thresholds

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Lead in identifying and minimizing potential safety risks to staff and assets.
• Regularly update the Nairobi Local Safety Rules (LSR) and share with all staff. 
• Respond to safety concerns raised staff based in Nairobi. 
• Responsible for staff movement in Nairobi. 
• Conduct Pre -housing safety assessments for international staff and offices.  
• Ensure all staff are aware of the safety policies and rules. 
• Keep Record of Emergency Data (RED) list updated and ensure all new staff within Nairobi submit their forms. 
• Update and brief all DRC staff and visitors regarding security and context situations.
• Organize for statutory OSHA audits and Fire Audits and thereafter implement their recommendations. 
• Maintain safety upgrade plans and develop Safety Improvement Plan (SIP) based on the Office needs.
• Establish communication trees and update it frequently. 
• Ensure all vehicles are equipped as per required standards and vehicle SOPs. 
• Act as the focal point for Access Control-Biometrics, Arming /disarming, Electric fence-repairs and supervising the day/night guards. 
• Ensure all fire extinguishers and first aid kits are refilled/serviced on time.  
• Support the Country Safety coordinator in planning for the safety trainings within Nairobi. 
• Support in managing Critical incidents.
• Any other tasks as delegated by the Country Safety Coordinator.

Experience and technical competencies:  

• Minimum 3 years as Safety Officer for an NGO or equivalent in a high risk/conflict zone (or equivalent role).
• Proven experience in context/security analysis and advising humanitarian personnel.
• Proven in-country experience liaising with UN missions or agencies.
• Fluent English, and strong interpersonal, communication, and networking skills.
• Proven ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines under pressure.
• Computer literate, able to use common software packages.
• Be able to diffuse tension and remain calm at all times and particularly following an incident.
• Be able to encourage, motivate and guide team members to approach safety and security issues with confidence especially during crises.
• Proven ability to work effectively with minimal supervision.

Education

• A degree in a relevant field, or equivalent experience.
• At least 3 years’ experience working with NGOs and/or international agencies on similar duties.
• Other security management related qualifications (desirable

Language: 

• English – excellent written and verbal skills
• Swahili – excellent verbal skills

Key stakeholders: 

• DRC KP staff
• RO Safety team

External

• Implementing partners
• Relevant stakeholders