Safety & Security Officer
Quick answer
The International Rescue Committee is hiring a Yangon-based Safety & Security Officer to manage security risk assessments, incident reporting, and staff safety training in Myanmar.
- Role
- Safety & Security Officer
- Organization
- International Rescue Committee (IRC)
- Location
- Yangon, Myanmar
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking a safety and security professional to support organizational risk management and humanitarian access in Myanmar. The role involves updating security management plans, conducting risk assessments, monitoring incidents, and facilitating staff training on safety protocols. The successful candidate will work closely with field teams and partners to ensure contextually appropriate security measures are effectively implemented.
What you'll do
- Update and maintain security management plans and standard operating procedures.
- Monitor security incidents in the Yangon region and maintain the daily incident tracker.
- Conduct safety and security training sessions for IRC staff and partner organizations.
- Perform annual security risk assessments across all IRC operational areas in Myanmar.
- Provide monthly security reports to the Senior Management Team regarding incidents and trends.
What it takes
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
- Minimum of 4 years of experience at humanitarian organizations.
- At least 2 years of experience in the safety and security sector.
- Excellent written and verbal proficiency in both English and Myanmar.
- Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is this position located?
This role is based in Yangon, Myanmar, and requires the ability to travel to various IRC field operation sites.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation for this position is not explicitly specified in the job posting.
What are the core qualification requirements?
Candidates must have a bachelor's degree, at least 4 years of humanitarian experience, 2 years of specific safety and security experience, and excellent English and Myanmar language skills.
How do I apply for this position?
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and the IRC reserves the right to close the vacancy announcement early once a candidate is selected.
How to apply
Apply directly on International Rescue Committee (IRC)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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