Safety and Access Manager

About Us

GOAL has responded to the world’s major humanitarian crises since its founding in 1977, working with vulnerable communities in 1

4 countries across the globe with a dedicated team of personnel. While GOAL continues to be an agile first-responder to humanitarian crises, it is also committed to working with vulnerable communities to help them survive crises and support them on the road to recovery.

GOAL Sudan Country Programme

GOAL has been responding to humanitarian and development needs in Sudan since 1985. Operating in North Darfur, South Kordofan and White Nile State, our team support conflict-affected populations through integrated programmes in nutrition, health, WASH, food security and livelihoods - with women’s empowerment and protection mainstreamed throughout. Delivered by a team of 200 + people, we are committed to meeting humanitarian needs whilst also investing in longer-term community development.

Job Purpose

The Safety & Access Manager is responsible for leading GOAL Sudan’s safety, security, and humanitarian access functions. The role supports the safe delivery of programmes by providing guidance on risk management, security systems, and operational access. Working closely with senior management, programme teams, and external stakeholders, the postholder will help ensure staff can operate safely and effectively in complex environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of safety, security, and access strategies and procedures.
• Advise management on security risks, access challenges, and mitigation measures.
• Conduct security risk assessments, audits, and field visits.
• Monitor the operating environment and provide regular security updates and analysis.
• Oversee security incident reporting and response processes.
• Build and maintain relationships with local authorities, communities, partners, and other stakeholders.
• Deliver safety, security, and access training to staff and partners.
• Ensure compliance with organisational safety and security policies and standards.
• Maintain security information systems, records, and reporting tools.
• Lead and develop the Safety & Access team, including mentoring and capacity building of national staff.
• Support emergency preparedness, contingency planning, and programme risk assessments.
• Experience & Qualifications
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in safety and security roles within the humanitarian sector.
• Security Management Level 4 Certification.
• Experience leading or managing a country-level safety and security function.
• Experience developing and implementing Security Risk Management Plans.
• Experience working in high-risk and conflict-affected environments.
• Experience delivering training and presentations.
• Working knowledge of SharePoint, Power BI, Microsoft Teams, and Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication, analytical, and report-writing skills.
• Core Competencies
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving.
• Leadership and team development.
• Security risk assessment and analysis.
• Stakeholder engagement and relationship management.
• Decision-making under pressure.
• Strong communication and influencing skills.
• Cultural awareness and sensitivity.
• Planning and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
• We strongly encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every single requirement listed.
• At GOAL we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please just contact our Recruitment Team at recruitment.hq@goal.ie
• GOAL commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: GOAL is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment for all employees.
• We foster an inclusive culture where all voices are heard and valued, we are particularly eager to receive applications from women (and other underrepresented groups).