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Background

UNDSS ensures safe UN programme delivery through comprehensive security risk management, operational support, and information analysis. The Security Operations Unit manages incident reporting, emergency coordination, and security information systems across all locations. Within this framework, the Field Security Associate supports information flow, operational responses, and the consistent implementation of security procedures.

Position Purpose:

Under the overall guidance and supervision of the Chief Security Adviser (CSA) or Deputy Chief Security Advisor (DCSA) or the Area Security Advisor (ASA), the Field Security Associate is going to ensure the implementation of security information and all matters relating to the management of safety and security for UN personnel in the country or in the region of assignment.

Duties and Responsibilities

1.) Assists the CSA in collecting, updating and communicating information regarding the security situation in the country

• Support the Senior Information Officer/CSIOC in maintaining accurate, comprehensive, and operationally relevant security information products, such as daily, weekly, and monthly reports, as well as topic security assessments and briefings.
• Monitor UN internal sources, local and international media, and other open sources to maintain security awareness of incidents, events, and developments potentially affecting UNSMS safety and security and providing timely updates to the CSA, DO, and members of the SC and SMT on the latest security developments.
• Assist in collecting and verifying Security Threat Information (STI) to support the development of Security Advisories, Alerts, and Notices.
• Assist the CSIOC in preparing security analyses and assessments, evaluating the security operating environment by gathering, verifying, and analyzing security information
• Communicate relevant security information to heads of UN agencies in a timely fashion.
• Maintain regular contact with Security Focal Points of UN agencies and UNDSS staff in the field locations.
• Assist with the preparation and compilation of data for key documents, including the UN Security Plan, SRM, and SOPs.
• Support actions required during the implementation of the Security Plan.

2.) Assists the CSIOC/CSA in Maintaining Key Security Documentation at the Duty Station:

3. Assists in Preparing and Delivering Security Briefings

• Support the CSIOC in preparing and delivering security briefings to the SC, SMT, and visiting missions as needed.
• Regularly update briefing materials and maintain accurate records, including briefing statistics, to ensure relevance and alignment with current security policies and developments.
• Deliver Security Orientation Briefings for new SUNO/VIP/senior arrivals and visitors, providing a comprehensive understanding of the local security environment, including security trends, threats, and risks that may potentially impact UN staff, assets, and operations.

4.) Performs Administrative Duties as a Backup to the CSA Assistant:

• Assist with administrative tasks related to SMT and Security Cell meetings as needed.
  • Draft agendas and send meeting invitations to members within deadlines.
  • Record attendance and take minutes during meetings.
  • Draft and share finalized/endorsed minutes with SMT and Security Cell members.

• Maintain routine and confidential correspondence files and documents.
• Maintain an up-to-date database of contact details for SC and SMT members.
• Arrange appointments, receive visitors, screen telephone calls, answer queries with discretion, and take minutes or notes at meetings.

The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of

the Office and the Organization.

Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities: None

Competencies

Core

Achieve Results:

LEVEL 2: Scale up solutions and simplifies processes, balances speed and accuracy in doing work

Think Innovatively:

LEVEL 2: Offer new ideas/open to new approaches, demonstrate systemic/integrated thinking

Learn Continuously

LEVEL 2: Go outside comfort zone, learn from others and support their learning

Adapt with Agility

LEVEL 2: Adapt processes/approaches to new situations, involve others in change process

Act with Determination
LEVEL 2: Able to persevere and deal with multiple sources of pressure simultaneously

Engage and Partner

LEVEL 2: Is facilitator/integrator, bring people together, build/maintain coalitions/partnerships

Enable Diversity and Inclusion

LEVEL 2: Facilitate conversations to bridge differences, considers in decision making

Cross-Functional & Technical competencies

Thematic Area
Name
Definition

Business Direction & Strategy
Strategic Thinking
Develop effective strategies and prioritised plans in line with organization’s mission and objectives, based on the systemic analysis of challenges, opportunities and potential risks; link the general vision to reality on the ground to create tangible targeted solutions; learn from a variety of sources to anticipate and effectively respond to both current and future trends; demonstrate foresight.

Business Management
Risk Management

Identify and organize action around mitigating and proactively. managing risks.

Security Services
Security advice, planning and coordination

Ability to provide with authoritative advice and guidance on security management, plan and coordinate security activities.

Required Skills and Experience

Education

Secondary Education is required.

• First-level University degree (Bachelor´s degree) in Political Science, Military Studies, Social Studies, Management, Business or Public Administration, or any other related field will be given due consideration, but is not a requirement.
• Formal training in security risk management is an asset (FSA/LSA certified).

Experience, Knowledge, and Skills

List:

• A minimum of 6 years (with secondary education) or 3 years (with Bachelor´s degree) of progressively experience in security, preferably in the military or police context or related field of work is required;
• Prior experience with the UN system or an international NGO is desirable;
• Knowledge of HF and VHF radio operation is desirable;
• Experience in diplomatic security, protection and intelligence considered an asset;
• Knowledge of host country safety codes is an asset;
• Possession of a valid driver”s license is desirable;
• Availability to travel is required;

• Language Requirement: Fluency in Arabic and English is required.

Equal opportunity

As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate and, as such, we encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in the organization. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for the role, without discrimination.

UNDP is also committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, are valued, can thrive, and benefit from career opportunities that are open to all.

Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority

UNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination and abuse of authority. All selected candidates, therefore, undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles.

Probation

For all new UNDP fixed term appointments (FTA), including for staff members being transferred or seconded to UNDP under the Inter-Organization Agreement concerning Transfer, Secondment or Loan of Staff, on an appointment of more than one year, continuation of the appointment beyond the initial 12 months is contingent upon the successful completion of a probationary period.

Right to select multiple candidates

UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.

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