Safety, Security, and Access Assistant Officer

International Rescue Committee; Multan; On-site; PKR 1,004,000 - 1,562,000; Full time

Job summary

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Pakistan is seeking a Safety & Security Associate to support staff safety, planning and movement across designated locations. You will assist with NOC processes, keep security documentation current, and support field operations with safety tools and reporting.

Ideal candidates have 2–3 years of NGO/INGO experience, fluency in Urdu and English, strong communication and organizational skills, and the ability to work under pressure in diverse environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Social Sciences, Security Management, International Relations or Public Administration.
• 2–3 years of NGO/INGO experience preferred.
• Experience liaising with government/LEA and coordinating field activities is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Support obtaining and tracking NOCs, clearances and permissions for IRC staff and activities.
• Maintain records of government requirements and liaise with authorities.
• Assist with security planning, SRAs, and safety procedures under supervision.
• Provide safety and security support for staff movements and field operations.
• Prepare security updates, incident reports and sitreps for leadership.

Skills

Communication

Coordination

Interpersonal skills

Documentation

MS Office

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences / Security Management / International Relations / Public Administration

Tools

MS Office (Word & Excel)

Job description

International Rescue Committee (IRC) Overview

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.

Major Responsibilities

• Support obtaining and tracking provincial and district-level NOCs, clearances and required permissions for IRC staff, office establishment, program activities and field movements, as applicable to each location.
• Maintain records of government requirements, NOCs, approvals and permissions for designated locations.
• Support liaison with provincial and district authorities, including Home Departments, DC/AC offices, Police/LEAs and other relevant government counterparts.
• Assist with preparation, submission, tracking and follow-up of official letters, NOCs, clearances and permissions.
• Support compliance with applicable MoI MoU requirements and federal, provincial and district-level government regulations, requirements and procedures.
• Maintain stakeholder contact lists and support government and LEA engagement.
• Attend relevant provincial, district and project-level meetings and provide required Safety & Security support.
• Support program teams and field staff in the safe and smooth implementation of activities across designated locations.
• Support implementation and maintenance of IRC Safety & Security systems, SOPs, procedures and tools, including Security Risk Assessments (SRAs), Security Management Plans (SMPs), Security Access Plans (SAPs), Security Management Systems (SMS), and IRC minimum Safety & Security standards, under the guidance of the SSBC Lead/SFP.
• Assist with collection and analysis of security and contextual information and preparation/update of security updates, situational/contextual reports, incident reports, sitreps and other periodic security reports.
• Assist with preparation and updating of SRAs, security risk information, access profiles and other relevant security documentation.
• Support implementation of identified security mitigation measures and follow-up on outstanding safety and security actions.
• Monitor and report security incidents, threats, access constraints and emerging risks affecting staff, assets and operations.
• Support basic security assessments of offices, routes and operational areas and report findings.
• Support staff movement planning, tracking and travel-related security requirements.
• September 2026 Support processing and tracking of TRFs, security clearances, travel requirements and related approvals.
• Share verified security updates through designated communication channels and assist with routine security and incident reporting.
• Support security briefings, staff inductions, emergency preparedness, contingency planning and relevant exercises.
• Maintain accurate records of staff movements, NOCs, clearances, government contacts, security reports and other security-related documentation.
• Support implementation of IRC safety and security protocols and minimum operating requirements at designated locations.
• Escalate significant security, access, compliance or government-related concerns to the SSBC Lead/SFP.
• Support safe program implementation and business continuity in accordance with IRC procedures, MoI MoU requirements and applicable government regulations.
• Perform any other Safety, Security, Access and Business Continuity-related tasks assigned by the supervisor in support of IRC operations and program needs.

Key Working Relationships

• Position Reports to: SSBC Lead – Country Office
• Functional Coordination: SFPs, Program Managers, Field Coordinators, F&O/Operations and relevant IRC departments.
• Direct Supervision: None

Job Requirements

A. Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Security Management, International Relations, Public Administration or a relevant field.

B. Work Experience

• 2–3 years of relevant experience, preferably with an NGO/INGO.
• Experience in government/LEA liaison, field coordination, administration, security or access support is an advantage.
• Ability to work under pressure and handle sensitive information confidentially.

C. Skills & Competencies

• Good communication, coordination and interpersonal skills.
• Good documentation and report-writing skills.
• Ability to coordinate with government authorities, LEAs, partners and field teams.
• Strong organizational, follow-up and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Word and Excel.
• Ability to work effectively in a diverse and multicultural environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle sensitive information.

D. External & Internal Coordination

• Support coordination with provincial and district authorities for required NOCs, clearances and permissions.
• Attend relevant meetings and provide Safety & Security support.
• Support staff safety, security and movement requirements across designated locations.
• Support compliance with applicable MoI MoU requirements and federal, provincial and district-level government regulations, requirements and procedures.
• Support safe program implementation, access and business continuity across Punjab.

E. Language Skills

• Fluency in Urdu and English is required.
• Knowledge of relevant local languages is an advantage.

Note: The interviews will be conducted on rolling basis, and only shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.

Professional Standards

All International Rescue Committee workers must adhere to the core values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct. Our Standards are Integrity, Service, Equality and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Safeguarding, Conflicts of Interest, Fiscal Integrity, and Reporting Wrongdoing and Protection from Retaliation. IRC is committed to take all necessary preventive measures and create an environment where people feel safe, and to take all necessary actions and corrective measures when harm occurs. IRC builds teams of professionals who promote critical reflection, power sharing, debate, and objectivity to deliver the best possible services to our clients.

The IRC Way, our code of conduct, is founded upon our core values of Integrity, Accountability, Service and Equality. These values unite IRC staff across the world and keep our programs firmly directed towards the well-being of our clients while meeting the expectations of our donors as responsible stewards of their resources.

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) helps people whose lives have been shattered by conflict and disaster to survive, recover and rebuild. We are trusted for our ability to reach people in the toughest places, put our clients at the center of everything we do, and - as an evidence-based organization - to relentlessly improve the impact we deliver for those we serve. If you’re ready to be part of a team that brings ingenuity, fortitude and optimism to making a lasting impact, we want to hear from you.