Security and Safety Officer

About the role

Jhpiego Ethiopia is looking for a Security and Safety Officer to develop, coordinate, implement and monitor its security and occupational safety arrangements. The officer gives technical leadership so that staff, visitors, offices, warehouses, vehicles, equipment and programme activities are protected against security threats, safety hazards, emergencies and other operational risks. The role works closely with country leadership, operations, human resources, programming teams, hub offices, government authorities, partner institutions and external security service providers.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct regular security risk assessments for the country office, field offices, warehouses, health facilities, project sites and staff accommodation, and update the security risk assessment, management plan and location-specific procedures.
• Promote a safety culture, give security briefings to new staff and visitors, and advise management on staff safety and exposure to risk.
• Assess the security of offices, warehouses and storage facilities, coordinate security guard services, inspect premises and investigate security-related losses and thefts.
• Oversee security procedures for official travel and field visits, including route risk assessments, journey management and travel advisories.
• Coordinate workplace health and safety measures, inspections, fire safety, emergency drills and safe driving practices.
• Develop, test and maintain emergency response and business continuity arrangements, including civil unrest, fire, medical emergencies and natural disasters.
• Set up incident reporting and investigation procedures, document incidents, recommend corrective actions and escalate serious cases.
• Run an annual security and safety awareness training plan and provide briefings before field deployments.
• Ensure procedures comply with Ethiopian law and Jhpiego's policies, and prepare periodic security and safety reports for management.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in security management, risk management, occupational health and safety, emergency management, public administration or a related field; a postgraduate qualification or professional certification is an advantage.
• At least five to six years of progressively responsible experience in security management, safety management, risk assessment, emergency preparedness or similar roles.
• Experience developing security plans and SOPs, risk assessments, incident investigations and workplace safety inspections.
• Experience in an international NGO, humanitarian, public health or development organisation is highly desirable; experience managing security budgets, contracts and service providers is an advantage.
• Fluency in English and Amharic is required or strongly preferred; knowledge of other Ethiopian languages is an advantage.

Required skills

• Strong security risk assessment and mitigation skills.
• Knowledge of occupational health and safety principles and emergency management.
• Analytical, investigative and problem-solving abilities, and excellent written and verbal communication.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and relevant reporting tools.

The salary is between 14,299 and 21,266 USD per year, with a comprehensive benefits package. Applicants apply online with a single document containing a cover letter, resume and references; the selected candidate will undergo a pre-employment background investigation. Applications close on 16 November 2026.