Spécialiste Accès Humanitaire et Sécurité (AHS)

Job Posting Organization:
Handicap International / Humanité & Inclusion (HI) is an independent and impartial international solidarity association that intervenes in situations of poverty and exclusion, conflicts, and disasters. Founded in 1982, HI has established development programs in over 55 countries and operates in numerous emergency situations. The organization is committed to promoting the dignity and fundamental rights of disabled and vulnerable individuals, with a budget of approximately 200 million euros and around 4000 employees worldwide. HI strongly believes in the importance of inclusion and diversity within its structure and is dedicated to a disability policy to facilitate the reception and integration of people with disabilities. More information can be found on their website: www.hi.org.

Job Overview:
The Specialist in Humanitarian Access and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Security (AHS) will work under the supervision of the AHS Manager to develop humanitarian access and the organization's intervention capacity. This role involves acting as a technical reference and supporting management lines (headquarters, regional, and country levels) and AHS teams in the field in implementing AHS frameworks, operational security, incident/crisis management, and defining access strategies. The Specialist will also participate in strengthening the AHS culture within the organization, ensuring that humanitarian access is prioritized and effectively managed across all programs.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Specialist's main functions will include contributing to the definition, deployment, and application of AHS standards and norms, ensuring adaptation to contexts, and implementing quality control tools. They will monitor context and trends, contribute to the development and implementation of humanitarian access strategies, and support directors in developing operational strategies in compliance with organizational frameworks. Additionally, the Specialist will assist in operational security management, ensuring that the management line and AHS teams are supported in security operations, and will play a critical role in crisis management by applying crisis management protocols and supporting programs in establishing and training Incident Management Teams. They will also participate in crisis management as a member of the Crisis Management Team, providing analysis, technical support, recommendations, and reporting.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must have at least 3 years of field experience within humanitarian NGOs in security/access management roles in emergency, complex, and unstable contexts. They should be experienced in incident/crisis management, humanitarian access, and capacity building. Proficiency in security management concepts, tools, and processes is essential, along with knowledge of pedagogy and training techniques. Strong organizational skills, the ability to prioritize effectively, and autonomy are also required. Fluency in both French and English (reading, writing, and speaking) is mandatory.

Educational Background:
While specific educational requirements are not detailed in the job ad, candidates are typically expected to have a relevant degree in fields such as international relations, humanitarian studies, or security management, which would support their understanding of the complexities involved in humanitarian access and security.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in humanitarian settings, particularly in roles focused on security and access management. This experience should include direct involvement in crisis management and the development of strategies to enhance humanitarian access in challenging environments.

Languages:
Fluency in French and English is mandatory, with proficiency in both written and spoken forms. Additional languages may be considered an asset but are not specified as requirements.

Additional Notes:
This is a fixed-term contract (CDD) for 3 months starting in mid-January 202

• The position is classified as a managerial role with 34 paid leave days and 13 additional days off per year. The organization offers a flexible work environment, including a telework charter allowing for a minimum of 8 days of in-person work per month. Benefits include a meal voucher system (60% covered by HI), transportation subsidies (50% coverage of transport subscriptions), health insurance, and various internal awareness programs. Employees also have access to a dynamic cultural, sports, and social association life.