Organization: Malteser International
Location: Ankara
Grade: Mid level – Mid level
Occupational Groups:
Development Cooperation and Sustainable Development Goals
Security and Safety
Managerial positions
Closing Date:
Malteser International (MI) is the international humanitarian relief agency of the Sovereign Order of Malta. For over 60 years we provide relief and recovery for people during and following conflicts and disasters around the world. Christian values and humanitarian principles form the foundations of our work. In over 30 countries in Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, we support people in need – regardless of their religion, origin, or political convictions.
MI has been registered in Türkiye since 2014 and has since built up its own office structure. MI now has two offices in southeastern Türkiye (Kilis and Gaziantep). The Malteser InternationaI team provides technical guidance and oversees management and administration of the partner-implemented projects in Türkiye and Northern Syria. MI is responsible for the procurement of the main medical supplies in Türkiye, the reporting and application as well as the quality assurance. In addition to the implementation of humanitarian and transitional aid projects, Malteser International´s strategic objective is the strengthening of the civil society structures in Türkiye and Syria. Malteser International focuses in Northwestern Syria and Türkiye on the sectors of health, livelihood, protection as well as social cohesion.
For its work in Northwestern Syria and Türkiye, Malteser International is looking for an Access & Security Manager – National Position.
As the Access and Security Manager, you will support Malteser International and our implementing partners in Northwestern Syria and Türkiye in all topics around security and access.
Your responsibilities:
Conduct security assessments and recommend improvements for MI locations
Train staff on safety and keep them informed of security threats
Build a network for early warnings and verified security information
Regularly update MI’s security protocols (plans, procedures, risk assessments)
Analyze regional situations, predict security risks, and propose mitigation strategies
Develop secure access strategies for MI programs in Northwest Syria
Support safe location selection for MI assistance programs and offer security and access support to other MI missions (limited travel)
Your profile:
Fluent in English both in written and spoken skills; in addition, Arabic skills will be highly preferred
At least 3 years of work experience in professional experience in line with the job requirements
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to represent at all levels, establish information and security networks, and coordinate with country authorities, donors, International Organizations, and local NGOs, in order to build collaborative relationships with sensitivity to cultural, ethnic, social, and political issues
Eligible, able, and willing to travel to project areas in northwest Syria depending on the security situation and requirements of the organization
What we offer:
A responsible and exciting job in a committed, international working environment
A well-equipped workplace in Gaziantep
A full-time position until the end of 2024 with the option of extension
Adequate compensation according to MI Salary Scale
Working for Malteser International
Malteser International is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all people, regardless of gender, confession or origin.
Malteser International is committed to safeguarding people within our programmes from exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment and has specific policies on this commitment (including a Code of Conduct) which outlines the expected behaviour and the responsibility of all staff, consultants and other organisational representatives. Malteser International conducts reference and background checks for all staff (including criminal records check for specific roles). Any candidate offered a job with Malteser International will be expected to sign MI’s Code of Conduct as an appendix to their contract of employment and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these documents.
Whether you work as a specialist on overseas service or in one of our regional offices – we offer you a challenging working environment in an experienced international team. More than 1,000 national and international staff are currently deployed in various crisis and disaster areas around the world as well as in our regional offices in Cologne and New York City. For more information please click here.