An exciting opportunity to directly support and be a part of NRC’s global approach to health, safety, security, and crisis management.

What we are looking for

Professional instructors with real-life experience in advanced training of personnel working in some of the most dynamic high and extreme-risk areas.

These are some comments from participants after training:

‘I know this training will save my life, or that of someone close to me’

‘Excellent training all in all. Impressive logistics. All of the instructors were very professional with real-life experiences that they shared and integrated into the training.’

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is looking for an experienced and highly motivated Global Health, Safety & Security Trainer (GHSST) to be a part of an international team of trainers who will train Humanitarian Aid workers for deployment to the world’s most challenging places.  The NRC is present in around 40 countries.

This position involves 50% travel.

What you will do

Some of your specific responsibilities include:

• Deliver training as an instructor.
• Support the implementation of the Global HSS training strategy.
• To operationally manage components of the NRC training such as First Aid, HEIST, and HEAT and its consultants on delivery.
• Maintain and develop the high quality of this training.
• Responsible for admin and logistics in training delivery.
• To support the development and implementation of the NRC crisis management training program.
• Development and delivery of new training initiated by the Head of Global HSS Training.
• Works in a team with NRC HSS Trainers and staff.

Please download the detailed job description to learn more about the position.

What you will bring

• Exemplary command of the English language (written and spoken).
• Strong report writing and excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Minimum 5 years of experience from the chosen field of profession listed below. Experience from an NGO / INGO would be considered an asset.
• Certified nurse, Paramedic, or combat medic. Or qualified, proficient, and experienced with the development and delivery of ‘online’ and virtual training. Or considerable experience and qualifications in small unit defensive and ground operations Or EOD/IEDD in high and extreme risk.
• Bachelor’s degree level of education and/or 5 years relevant work experience in lieu.
• Documented and substantial experience from work in ‘high-risk’ environments.
• Solid understanding of principles and practices in broad humanitarian action, NGO safety and risk management, humanitarian access, and civil-military coordination to include high and extreme risk.
• Substantial and demonstrated prior experience as a trainer, with an effective and professional training style, and the ability to develop, implement, facilitate, and impart learning to senior management and to a wide range of audiences.
• Leadership and Team Spirit.
• Demonstrated experience in incident and crisis management.
• Proficiency in one additional language, either French, Spanish, or Arabic.
• Professional qualifications or studies in general management, security/risk management, and adult learning.
• Professional certificates as an instructor in first aid, advanced driving, and other relevant subjects.
• Prior work experience at a regional or global level.
• Arabic, French, or Spanish language skills.
• Experience or qualifications in humanitarian access or negotiation.

What we offer

• Part of exiting international environment/team
• Salary according to NRC pay scale grade 9 on NRC’s regional salary scale, with accompanying terms and conditions.
• Very good pension scheme
• Excellent insurance package
• Duty station: Oslo, Norway based.
• Contract: national, permanent contract.
• NRC is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to diversity without distinction to age, gender, religion, ethnicity, nationality, and physical ability.
• We think outside the box, encourage ideas, and give responsibility to all employees at all levels. You will have many opportunities to be heard and take the initiative.

Find out more about the benefits of working for NRC

Important information about the application process

• Internal candidates only: please click on the suitcase icon labelled “I am an employee” to be redirected to NRC’s internal careers site.
• When creating your profile, include your full name as given on your passport. Complete all the system-required fields for experience, employment history and education.
• Submit your application and CV in English, taking care to attach your latest CV.
• Applications that do not meet the minimum standards in terms of experience or qualifications will generally not be considered. Unsolicited applications not related to this specific job advertisement will not be considered.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We receive many applicants for each vacant position.
• If you have any questions about this role, please email [email protected] with the job title as the subject line.

Why NRC?

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is an independent humanitarian organisation helping people forced to flee. Our 15,000 staff work in crises across 40 countries, providing life-saving and long-term assistance to millions of people every year.

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