Organisational risks related to sexual exploitation and abuse and sexual harassment (SEAH) can arise from how an organisation is structured, its programme focus and way of operating.
Working mainly through partners, for example, or with significant numbers of service providers, can mean the organisation has less control over its operations.
Organisations that mainly respond to emergencies often need to rapidly mobilise large numbers of staff. Rapid mobilisation and delivery can mean compromises are made on how staff or volunteers are recruited and trained. Safeguarding risks need to be identified and mitigated across all functions of an organisation. Organisations can use a number of tools and approaches to conduct risk assessments and manage identified risks.
Organisations often compile major risks and mitigating actions in a risk register that is regularly monitored by the Board of Directors, Board of Trustees, or other management and governance structures.