Humanitarian Access, Safety and Security Manager

INTERNATIONAL RESCUE COMMITTEE

. Support program teams in developing and maintaining humanitarian access to the most vulnerable communities .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeBamenda • CameroonMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in security management and humanitarian access strategies, with a strong focus on risk assessment, community engagement, and compliance with safety standards. Proficient in analyzing security contexts and producing actionable reports to support operational continuity in high-risk environments.

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Security Risk AssessmentHumanitarian Access StrategiesCommunity EngagementFluent French and EnglishCompliance with IRC Code of Conduct

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Hard Skills

Security ManagementRisk AssessmentIncident AnalysisOperational ContinuityAnalytical SkillsWriting SkillsOffice Productivity ToolsEvacuation PlanningMitigation PlanningTraining and Evaluation

Soft Skills

Excellent Organizational SkillsInterpersonal SkillsAbility to Manage StressIndependent and Team WorkIntegrity and Responsibility

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Industry Keywords

Humanitarian ContextsSecurity StandardsCommunity AcceptanceGender and Diversity AwarenessNorthwest and Southwest RegionsCameroon Political Context

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support program teams in developing and maintaining humanitarian access to the most vulnerable communities
Regularly analyze and communicate the security context and emerging risks
Identify, assess, and mitigate security risks
Strengthen community acceptance and compliance with IRC safety and security standards
Establish and maintain relationships with local authorities, community leaders, partner organizations, and state and non-state armed actors
Advise management and teams on access strategies for sensitive or remote areas
Collect, analyze, and share information on the security environment and its operational implications
Facilitate internal discussions and consultations on risks and mitigation measures
Produce and distribute a daily security report to all IRC staff
Ensure compliance with IRC security standards and policies
Update risk assessment matrices and mitigation plans
Prepare and share the welcome pack; provide security briefings to new staff and visitors
Organize pre-departure briefings before field missions
Integrate gender, diversity, and inclusion into awareness sessions
Inspect IRC offices and residences and oversee the maintenance of safety and security equipment
Update and disseminate evacuation and hibernation plans
Report, document, and manage security incidents; ensure victim follow-up and confidentiality
Produce incident analyses and preventive recommendations
Supervise, technically guide, train, and evaluate Humanitarian Access and Security team members
Perform any other duties assigned by management

Requirements

What you’ll need

University degree in social sciences, security management, international relations, or an equivalent field
At least 5 years of experience in high-risk humanitarian contexts, with exposure to roles related to security management, operational continuity, or community engagement
Proficiency in office productivity tools, including Excel, Word, and Outlook
Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
Strong ability to work independently and as part of a team, with excellent interpersonal skills
Integrity, thoroughness, a strong sense of responsibility, and strict adherence to procedures
Ability to manage stress, respond to unexpected situations, and propose pragmatic solutions
Excellent analytical and writing skills
Fluent French and English; proficiency in a local language is an asset
Good knowledge of the security context in the Northwest and Southwest (NWSW) regions, the Far North, and Cameroon’s broader political and security context
Commitment to complying with the IRC Code of Conduct (IRC Way) and professional conduct standards

Benefits

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