INTRODUCTION
Medical Teams International is a Christian humanitarian relief agency focused on providing life-saving medical care for people in crisis. We serve all people—regardless of religion, nationality, sex, or race.
Our calling is Daring to love like Jesus, we boldly break barriers to health and restore wholeness in a hurting world.
Medical Team International is looking for qualified applicant for the following position.JOB SUMMARY
The Access Officer (AO) will assist in the development and application of access, safety and security management policies and procedures in Medical Teams’ operations. The AO is responsible for interacting with the relevant authorities and stakeholders in office and project locations on a day-to-day basis in order to gain and maintain community acceptance. Work will include Risk Assessments, liaison with community/government stakeholders, and ensuring that all staff are trained in access, safety and security standard operating procedures. The AO will report to the Field Coordinator and will work closely with other team members to cultivate a good safety culture.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for ensuring the technical supervision and mentorship of HR Officers across all offices
LIAISION WITH GOVERNMENT/AUTHORITIES AND COMMUNITY LEADERS
INTER-AGENCY REPRESENTATION
RISK ASSESSMENTS
POLICIES, MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS AND PROCEDURES
ACCESS INFORMATION COLLECTION, MANAGEMENT AND COMMUNICATION
SAFETY AND SECURITY INCIDENTS
SAFETY AND SECURITY TRAINING
TEAM MANAGEMENT
Place of Work: Gondar Field Office with possible movement to the field sites
Required Number: -One (1), dependent upon program funding.
Work Days & Hours: Monday-Friday, 40-48 hours/week, occasional weekends and public holidays
EDUCATION, LICENSES, & CERTIFICATION
EXPERIENCE
Desirable: -
KNOWLEDGE
SKILLS/ABILITIES
PERSONAL QUALTIES