Regional Humanitarian Access and Safety Adviser

About the role

The Norwegian Refugee Council seeks a resilient professional to lead regional security risk management for Latin America, ensuring safe and principled humanitarian response across Colombia, Venezuela and Honduras.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, evaluate and monitor the regional security risk management approach in line with global standards.
• Provide technical review of security documents, including risk assessments, contingency, medical emergency and evacuation plans.
• Support the development and implementation of access strategies and duty‑of‑care standards.
• Maintain contextual analysis, forecast threats and brief regional management on security developments.
• Build capacity of HAS staff through recruitment, induction, mentoring and training.

Required profile

• Minimum five years of managerial experience in humanitarian or recovery contexts.
• Proven experience working in complex, volatile environments and delivering results.
• Fluency in English and Spanish (both written and verbal); French proficiency is an asset.
• Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel up to 30%.

Required skills

• Advanced knowledge of humanitarian principles, safety and risk management.
• Expertise in humanitarian access, civil‑military coordination and crisis management.
• Experience in designing and reviewing security risk assessments, contingency and evacuation plans.
• Ability to train and mentor staff on security and access matters.

What we offer

• Fixed‑term contract until September 2027, based in Bogotá, Colombia.
• Grade 9 salary on NRC’s scale with associated benefits.
• 30% travel allowance.
• Equal‑opportunity workplace that values diversity and inclusion.