Rationale/Objective for Position
The Safety and Security Analyst has a responsibility on
safety and security matters, including conducting safety & security risk
assessments at HQ and missions on request, staff training, briefing and provide
adequate equipment and support, respond to safety & security incidents and
ensure they are timely and accurately managed and reported. The Analyst will
also be responsible for developing and generating Safety and Security related
analysis and reports. In collaboration with the Head of the ASA Unit the Safety
and Security Analyst will develop policy, framework, protocols and templates in
line with MSF’s strategy and humanitarian principles. Additionally, the analyst
will provide capacity building and strengthening learning and development to
achieve a holistic and inclusive management strategy and approach to safety,
and security. The Safety and Security Analyst will regularly monitor the safety
and security situation in Kenya and Eastern Africa. They will gather input and
feedback, triangulate information, assess the reliability of sources, and
produce both written and visual analysis and insights to enhance general
awareness and support management decision-making.
This position will be hierarchically and functionally
accountable to the Access and Security Unit Lead.
Tasks & Responsibilities
Strategic Responsibilities
- Actively
participate in the development and review of the ASA Unit strategic
framework and annual plans related to safety and security.
- Develop
safety and security analysis framework to enhance HQ, mission and
project-level security culture, analytical skills and capacities.
- Provide
strategic development and support to MSF OCs and senior management of
operations on security and context developments, identifying opportunities
and carrying out future-looking risk analyses and trends.
- Develop
crisis response mechanisms and implement contingency plans.
Technical and Operational Responsibilities
Safety and Security Analysis:
- Generate
and disseminate regular safety and security analysis reports of the most
recent trends and relevant information in a concise and engaging way,
focusing on contextual dynamics in the region and country specific.
- Develop
and promote a conflict-sensitive mapping and response mechanism; build
capacity of field teams on conflict sensitivity principles, analysis and
reporting.
- Support
missions on request for safety and security related thematic topics with
evidence-based analysis and recommendations.
- Support
internal processes aiming at anticipatory action (risk monitoring for
early warning and early action, forecasting exercises, scenario building).
- Regularly
assess and report on compliance with safety and security policies and
procedures, and lead initiatives to enhance staff awareness and
understanding of safety, security measures and practices.
- Conduct
regular reviews of the safety and security infrastructure and make
recommendations for improvements to enhance the safety and security of
staff and assets.
- In
close work relation with IT/Facilities and OSHA committee: ensure the
installation, monitoring, servicing, and replacement of safety and
security equipment in buildings (fire extinguishers, alarm etc.) and
maintenance of emergency/contingency stocks. Conduct regular security
& safety assessments of the office to identify any vulnerabilities and
give appropriate recommendations.
- Approve
security clearances for all local staff undertaking official travel
outside Nairobi, via submitted Field Travel Request forms.
Context Analysis Support:
- Closely
monitor contextual developments and map key crisis drivers (deteriorating
factors, structural inequalities, response trends, access issues) at
local, national, and regional level.
- Identify
and assess key local stakeholders, including government entities and civil
society organizations, to understand their influence on context dynamics.
- Regularly
update management and teams on changes in the operational context that may
affect safety and security.
Knowledge Transfer and Capacity Building
- In
collaboration with the Head of the ASA Unit, Training and Learning Unit
and other peers in the MSF movement, develop/review training modules, and
plan and facilitate safety and security-related trainings.
- Provide
safety and security training for staff, including in-house sessions and
ad-hoc training, while identifying ongoing training needs and coordinating
with internal and external providers as necessary.
- Coordinate
safety and security drills/simulations for the staff on how to react to
various threats and specific to Critical Incident Management Teams
(SILT/CIMT).
- Organize
workshops and simulation exercises to enhance the preparedness of teams in
responding to security incidents.
- Provide
ongoing mentorship and guidance to field staff, fostering a culture of
safety awareness and proactive risk management.
- Ensure
IMS serving MSF movement is equipped with a high-level understanding of
safety and security.
Partnership and External Representation
- Engage
with partners to share capacity, capability, and experience pertaining to
safety and security in the region.
- Liaise
with peers and actively participate in meetings at relevant humanitarian
fora including the MSF Intersection/Security/Access meetings, NGO Security
Focal Points, INSO, NGO Forums at the regional level.
- Build
strong relationships with security agencies and platforms to enhance
collaboration on safety and security issues.
Other Responsibilities
- Serve
as the Security Advisor to the Critical Incident Management Team in the
absence of the Access and Security Unit Lead.
- Support
CIMT/FIMT teams in case of need, to be defined depending on the context
and candidate experience.
- Gather
insights into local customs and cultural factors that may affect context
and operational access.
Qualifications
Education
- A
bachelor’s degree in Management, Political Sciences, Security or an
equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
- Technical
degree or certification in a related field with significant applicable
experience
- Fluency
in spoken and written English and one additional language (Arabic, French,
Portuguese, or Spanish) is required. Local regional languages are a plus
Experience
- At
least ten (10) years of non-profit NGO work experience within
international humanitarian assistance programs with demonstrated
capabilities in planning, organizing, and executing humanitarian
operations safely in the field
- Proven
experience in analysis and report writing on context, security, and safety
issues
- Experience
working with think tanks in the region, INSO, INGO forums and similar
institutions is an added advantage
- Country
Director or Project Coordinator experience is an added advantage
- Strong
experience as a trainer; ability to develop, implement, facilitate, and
impart learning
Competencies
Technical Competencies
- Ability
to provide clear, dynamic briefings and analysis of given and unfolding
security and context situations when they occur
- Good
understanding of regional and local context, dynamics, and access
limitations
- Ability
to provide team building, coaching, and development for staff as well as
encourage cross-functional collaboration and cooperation
- Excellent
relationship-building, interpersonal skills, and the ability to
effectively represent MSF at forums and with external stakeholders
- Good
oral and written communication skills, with the ability to express ideas
and concepts clearly and persuasively with senior internal and external
stakeholders
- Proven
ability to design and lead training engagements with staff and partners to
enhance skills and adapt to changing program demands
Behavioral/General Competencies
- Commitment
to MSF’s Principles
- Cross-cultural
Awareness
- Strategic
Vision
- Results
and Quality Orientation
- Service
Orientation
- Planning
and Organizing
- Initiative
and Innovation
- Teamwork
and Cooperation
- People
Management and Development
- Networking
and Building Relationships
- Security
Awareness and Management