Safety and Access Officer – Action Against Hunger Sudan

Company: Action Against Hunger Spain
Job Title: Safety and Access Officer
Vacancy Number: 20
Location: Sudan
Duty Station: White Nile – Kosti Office
Department: Safety Department
Grade Level: V6
Reports To: Head of Base
Employment Type: Full-Time (National Position)
Contract Duration: 12 Months with Three (03) Months Probation Period (Renewable Subject to Funding and Performance)
Number of Positions: 1
Application Deadline: 06 Dec 2026
Industry: Humanitarian Aid, NGO, Security Management, Risk Management, Emergency Response

Job Overview

Action Against Hunger Spain is hiring a qualified Safety and Access Officer to strengthen field safety and security operations in Sudan. This position is ideal for professionals experienced in security management, humanitarian access, NGO safety operations, risk assessment, crisis management, emergency response, stakeholder engagement, access negotiation, and field security coordination.

The selected candidate will play a critical role in ensuring effective safety systems, access coordination, incident reporting, risk mitigation, staff security training, and compliance with organizational security standards.

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About the Organization

Action Against Hunger Spain is a leading humanitarian organization dedicated to ending child hunger and supporting vulnerable communities worldwide.

Operating in more than 40 countries, the organization provides humanitarian assistance to millions of people every year through:

• Emergency response programmes
• Nutrition and food security support
• Water, Sanitation & Hygiene (WASH)
• Health and protection services
• Livelihood and resilience programmes

The organization works in high-risk environments to deliver life-saving interventions while maintaining strong safeguarding and security standards.

Job Purpose

The Safety and Access Officer will ensure the effective implementation of safety and security systems across Action Against Hunger programmes in White Nile, Sudan.

The role involves advising management on security risks, humanitarian access strategies, crisis preparedness, stakeholder coordination, incident management, security assessments, and staff safety protocols.

The officer will work closely with the Head of Base, Safety and Security Coordinator, local authorities, NGOs, UN agencies, and programme teams to support safe programme implementation and staff movement.

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Key Job Responsibilities (JD)

1. Stakeholder Engagement & Networking

The selected candidate will:

• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with:
  • Local authorities
  • Community leaders
  • Security stakeholders
  • NGO and UN agency representatives
• Participate in inter-agency coordination meetings.
• Strengthen professional collaboration to improve humanitarian access and staff safety.

2. Security Risk Assessments

Responsibilities include:

• Conducting Security Risk Assessments (SRAs) for all new operational locations.
• Assessing risks affecting:
  • Staff safety
  • Beneficiaries
  • Organizational assets
• Reviewing facilities including:
  • Offices
  • Accommodation sites
  • Warehouses
  • Health facilities
• Providing recommendations for security enhancements and risk mitigation measures.
• Monitoring vehicles, assets, and operational facilities to ensure compliance with organizational safety standards.

3. Humanitarian Access Management

The Safety and Access Officer will:

• Monitor operational access challenges.
• Advise management on practical access solutions.
• Maintain updated knowledge of government regulations, travel permissions, and project access requirements.
• Lead processes to obtain operational permits and approvals.

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4. Safety Policies & Procedures

The role includes:

• Ensuring implementation of updated Safety & Security Policies and SOPs.
• Supporting development of:
  • Crisis Management Plans
  • Evacuation Plans
  • Relocation Procedures
  • Hibernation Procedures
  • Medical Evacuation Plans
• Ensuring all staff understand and follow safety procedures.
• Supporting compliance monitoring and addressing non-compliance.

5. Information Collection & Security Analysis

Key duties include:

• Researching and analyzing security trends from:
  • Local sources
  • National intelligence updates
  • Community reports
• Producing daily security updates and risk briefings.
• Leading regular security meetings and staff briefings.
• Maintaining centralized security documentation and incident mapping systems.
• Monitoring trends to improve future security planning and humanitarian access strategies.

6. Safety & Security Incident Management

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting incident response and crisis management.
• Advising teams on appropriate security actions.
• Ensuring incident reports are completed accurately and submitted on time.
• Coordinating with the Safety and Security Coordinator on field-related issues.
• Submitting daily operational reports.

7. Safety & Security Training

The selected candidate will:

• Identify staff training needs.
• Deliver security awareness and safety trainings.
• Facilitate staff orientation on:
  • SOPs
  • Security protocols
  • Crisis response mechanisms
  • Operational risk management
• Coordinate with external trainers when required.

8. Safeguarding & Additional Duties

The role also involves:

• Promoting safeguarding and protection standards.
• Supporting a workplace free from:
  • Harassment
  • Exploitation
  • Abuse
  • Sexual misconduct
• Upholding organizational policies on:
  • Protection from Sexual Exploitation & Abuse (PSEA)
  • Child Protection
  • Vulnerable Adult Protection
• Performing other duties assigned by management.

Education Requirements

Applicants should possess:

Minimum Qualification

• Bachelor’s Degree (BA) in:
  • Law
  • Political Science
  • Social Sciences
  • Security Studies
  • International Relations
  • Or a related field

Additional certifications in Security Management, Risk Analysis, Humanitarian Safety, Crisis Management, or NGO Security Operations will be considered advantageous.

Experience Requirements

Candidates must have:

• Minimum 2 years of professional experience in:
  • Security management
  • Humanitarian access
  • NGO safety operations
  • Risk mitigation
  • Emergency response environments
• Strong understanding of:
  • Threat assessment
  • Acceptance strategies
  • Security risk management
• Previous NGO or humanitarian sector experience is highly desirable.

Required Skills & Competencies

Technical Skills

• Security risk assessment
• Incident reporting and analysis
• Crisis management planning
• Humanitarian access coordination
• Stakeholder engagement
• Safety compliance monitoring
• Security briefing and reporting

Computer Skills

Applicants should demonstrate proficiency in:

• Microsoft Word
• Excel
• PowerPoint
• Email & Reporting Systems

Language Requirements

• Excellent English Communication Skills – Mandatory

Soft Skills

The ideal candidate should demonstrate:

• Strong organizational skills
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Ability to work under pressure
• Team collaboration and people management
• Cross-cultural communication skills
• Problem-solving and decision-making ability

Salary, Benefits & Compensation

Salary Package

• Gross Salary: USD 1,260 per month

Benefits Include:

• 21 Working Days Annual Leave
• Medical Insurance
• Eid Bonus
• 13th Month Salary
• Emotional Care Services for Employees and Family
• Professional development opportunities

Contract Details

• 12-Month Contract
• 3-Month Probation Period
• Renewable based on performance and funding availability

Important Notes

• This is a National Position for Sudanese Citizens Only.
• Women are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Due to high application volume, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Applicants may also be considered for other suitable positions within the organization.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should apply through the official recruitment portal:

Application Tip: Candidates with experience in NGO security, humanitarian access, crisis response, safety coordination, incident management, risk mitigation, emergency operations, stakeholder engagement, and field security management are encouraged to apply before the closing date.