Regional Advisor for Humanitarian Access & Risk for Africa (F/M)

JOB DESCRIPTION SNIPPET:

Médecins du Monde is recruiting a Regional Advisor for Humanitarian Access & Risk to strengthen humanitarian access, security risk management, operational safety and security capacity across nine African country programmes, including Nigeria.

FULL JOB DESCRIPTION:

Position Description & Requirements

ABOUT MÉDECINS DU MONDE:

Médecins du Monde (MdM) is an international medical humanitarian organisation working to improve access to healthcare and defend the health and rights of vulnerable populations. Its international programmes operate across multiple countries and include a strong focus on humanitarian space, access to healthcare and protection of populations affected by crises.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Regional Humanitarian Access and Risk Advisor will provide technical and operational support on humanitarian access, safety and security across nine country programmes: Democratic Republic of Congo, Central African Republic, Côte d’Ivoire, Burkina Faso, Nigeria, Tanzania, Ethiopia, Madagascar and Sudan.

The position will work closely with country security managers and desk officers, conduct regular field visits, support humanitarian access and contribute to regional security analysis and operational risk management.

The position is based in Abuja, Nigeria or Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, with regular travel to countries within the assigned area of responsibility.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

SECURITY AND POLITICAL ANALYSIS

Monitor and analyse political, security and operational developments across the assigned countries, identify emerging trends and risks, and produce timely alerts and recommendations to support operational decision-making.

SECURITY RISK MANAGEMENT

Provide technical guidance to country missions on security risk management, humanitarian access and security assessments, including support for new operational areas and changing operational contexts.

HUMANITARIAN ACCESS

Support country teams in developing and strengthening humanitarian access strategies and systems, helping teams navigate operational constraints and maintain safe and principled access to affected populations.

SECURITY MONITORING AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT

Maintain security monitoring tools, incident databases and regional analysis systems and ensure relevant information is accurately documented, analysed and shared with appropriate teams.

INCIDENT AND CRISIS MANAGEMENT

Support country teams during security incidents and crises, facilitate effective communication and follow-up, and contribute to post-incident analysis and the integration of lessons learned.

STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT

Develop and maintain networks with security, humanitarian and other relevant stakeholders, represent MdM in coordination forums and strengthen information-sharing across the operating environment.

FIELD SECURITY SUPPORT

Conduct regular visits to countries under the area of responsibility and support country teams in reviewing security management arrangements, operational plans, access systems and risk mitigation measures.

TRAINING AND CAPACITY BUILDING

Deliver security briefings, debriefings and training to staff and partners and provide technical support to strengthen security awareness and capacity across country missions.

TECHNICAL SUPERVISION

Supervise and provide technical support to Country Humanitarian Access and Risk Advisors, contributing to recruitment, performance management and professional development.

SECURITY MANAGEMENT IMPROVEMENT

Assess mission security management systems, identify capacity-building requirements and contribute to action plans aimed at improving security practices and organisational preparedness.

REPORTING AND DOCUMENTATION

Prepare high-quality security reports, regional analyses and other technical documents while ensuring accurate archiving and documentation in line with organisational standards.

REQUIREMENTS:

A degree in humanitarian security, security management or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

Solid experience in humanitarian security management, including experience working in high-risk or complex operational environments.

Experience working in one or more countries within the assigned regional area.

Ability to analyse complex political and security contexts, identify risks and provide clear operational recommendations.

Experience managing security incidents and providing practical security advice to teams operating in challenging environments.

Experience delivering security training and supporting the development of staff security capacity.

Strong stakeholder-management and networking skills, with the ability to work effectively across multicultural teams and external networks.

Strong organisational and analytical skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure.

Ability to combine strategic security analysis with practical operational support and field engagement.

Fluency in both English and French.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Interested candidates should submit a CV and cover letter through the official Médecins du Monde application page.

Shortlisted candidates will participate in an HR interview followed by technical and managerial interviews, which may include practical case studies.

Successful candidates will be required to provide the relevant criminal record documentation, and international background checks may be conducted as part of the recruitment process.

DEADLINE:

30 October 2026