Safety and Security Officer – Iraq (National) Show Offer

Requirements

Education (essential)

• Bachelor’s or higher degree in relevant field such as management, or Political/Social Science, International Humanitarian Law or Human Rights or equivalent.

Education (desirable)

• Training in security management from recognized institutions is an added advantage (such as CSMP by ISMI, or CPP by ASIS).

Experience (essential)

• At least 6 years’ work experience for an INGO in a similar role.
• Understanding of local context, dynamics and access limitations especially related to gender, disability, religion, tradition, and local norms.

Experience (desirable)

• Experience with developing and updating security framework for INGOs.

Job related competencies

• Strong knowledge of security risk management, including security risk assessments, contingency planning, incident management, and the development and implementation of security policies, procedures, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Proven ability to analyse complex security contexts, monitor evolving risks, and provide timely, practical security advice to support operational decision-making in conflict-affected environments.
• Experience in security training and capacity building, with the ability to develop staff awareness, promote a strong security culture, and deliver training on security procedures, access, humanitarian principles, and emergency preparedness.
• Excellent coordination, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with experience liaising with authorities, local communities, humanitarian partners, and other relevant actors to facilitate safe and secure programme implementation.
• Strong planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, respond effectively to emergencies, and ensure compliance with organizational security frameworks and humanitarian principles.

Organizational competencies

• Understanding and respect for humanitarian principles and the organization’s vision, mission, and confidentiality.
• Flexibility and adaptability.
• Collaborative, team-oriented, and solutions-oriented approach.

Language (essential)

• Full professional proficiency in Arabic and English, written and spoken.

Language (desirable)

• Knowledge of Kurdish is a plus.

Additional information

• Testing and interviewing will be used as a form of screening.
• Initial appointment is subject to satisfactory professional references.
• Additional background checks may be required.

Why join Geneva Call?

Geneva Call consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages and opinions. Geneva Call is an inclusive working environment for all staff. Applications are particularly encouraged from all qualified candidates without distinction on the grounds of race, colour, sex, national origin, age, religion and disability.

This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to Geneva Call’s humanitarian mission by enabling the safe and secure delivery of programmes in Iraq. As a Security Officer, you will play a key role in protecting staff, assets, and operations, providing strategic security guidance, strengthening security systems, to ensure Geneva Call can effectively deliver on its mission to protect civilians affected by armed conflict.

or Application: Please only submit your CV and cover letter, by August 27th, 2026, by following the application link:

Our HR team will meticulously evaluate your profile in line with the requirements of the post you have applied for. Since we receive a good number of applications for all the positions Geneva Call advertises, it is not possible to communicate the results of our decisions with every candidate individually. Therefore, only the short-listed candidates will be contacted by the HR team to invite them for written test – and the steps afterwards if they qualify i.e., interview and other assessments as deemed appropriate.

By submitting your application, you consent to Geneva Call sharing your CV internally, where necessary, for the purposes of assessing your suitability for current or future employment opportunities.