Risk, Safety & Security Officer at International Potato Center

The International Potato Center, known by its Spanish acronym CIP, was founded in 1971 as a root and tuber research-for-development institution delivering sustainable solutions to the pressing world problems of hunger, poverty, and the degradation of natural resources. CIP is truly a global center, with headquarters in Lima, Peru and offices in 20 developing...

 

Risk, Safety & Security Officer

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationBA/BSc/HND , Diploma
  • Experience6 years
  • LocationNairobi
  • Job FieldSafety and Environment / HSE 

Key responsibilities: 

  • Systematically monitor CIP leadership regarding the execution and adherence to CIP’s safety and security policies and protocols through the management of key performance indicators and other information. 
  • Coordinate and lead training procedures for CIP staff to mitigate risk and execute their respective roles in response to incidents/crises. 
  • Review and update safety and security information provided to CIP Staff including, orientation and other training sessions, country specific visitor briefs, record of emergency documents, country evacuation plans, vehicle management systems, vehicle GPS program and tracking systems, MS Sharepoint information.   
  • Assist in assessing high risk independent travel and provision of recommendations for CIP staff. 
  • Maintain awareness of security issues and emergencies in the Countries CIP operates in using available resources.  Provide timely and relevant summaries to key staff.   
  • Support Incident Reporting in regions of responsibility.  Summarize, analyze and report key trends and statistics regarding safety or security issues experienced by CIP staff and IRS families, and recommend preventive actions as necessary.  
  • Assist in conducting risk assessments as needed for current or prospective CIP office locations and project work areas. Provide timely and thorough reports to management regarding particular safety concerns. 
  • Ensure that CIP is in compliance with relevant laws, regulations and current best practices related to health, safety and security. 
  • Respond to inquiries from staff regarding CIP’s occupational health, safety, and security policies, protocols and resources. 
  • Help coordinate Incident Response including communications to ensure that CIP’s response is effective and consistent.   
  • Conduct investigations and follow-up regarding incidents and accidents impacting CIP staff.   

Requirements

What are we looking for? 

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Emergency Management, or Industrial Engineering with completed thesis (Required). 
  • At least 6 years of relevant experience. 
  • Advanced level of MS Office, especially in Excel, outlook and SharePoint. 
  • Knowledge of relevant laws and standards such as ISO 18788, 45001, 35000 related to Risk, Security, Occupational Health and Safety, Emergency Management. 
  • Certification / Education (courses/diplomas) in one or more of the work areas (Required) Such as ASIS International or Institute of Risk Management, or others.  
  • Fluent in official language according to country location and advanced written and oral communication skills in English
  • Experience with military, police, other NGO (desirable). 

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Method of Application

Interested and qualified? Go to International Potato Center on cgiar.zohorecruit.com to apply

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