Field Security Associate

Qualifications Secondary education is required. OR A university degree (bachelor’s or master’s equivalent) in Political Science, Military Studies, Security Management, Management, or a relevant field will be given due consideration, but is not a requirement. Applicable security, police, and/or military training is desirable. Experience, Knowledge, and Skills: Minimum of 6 years (with a high school diploma) or 3 years (with a bachelor’s degree) of relevant progressively responsible experience in security, preferably in the military or police context or related field of work. Prior experience with the UN system or an international NGO is desirable. Experience in the use of computers, office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc), database packages, and web-based management systems such as ERP. Experience in the use of radio communications systems and knowledge of Country security codes is desirable. A valid driver’s license is required. Assists the Security Adviser or his/her assigned Officer in collecting, updating, and communicating information regarding the security situation in the duty station: Liaises and coordinates, as appropriate, with the host government security organizations and/or personnel, including national and local provincial authorities, military, and police officers, as well as non-governmental organizations and other non-State actors in the area of operation. Helps to assess the security situation at the duty station and ensures adequate gathering and verification of security information that may be required for a proper analysis of the situation by the Security Adviser or his/her assigned Officer. Communicates information on security to the heads of United Nations agencies in the duty station. Assists in maintaining the Security Plan, including updating staff lists: Helps in the preparation and review of the UN Security Plan. Supports actions during the implementation of the Security Plan, as required. Assists the Security Adviser or his/her assigned Officer in monitoring compliance with Security Risk Measures (SRM) and Residential Security Measures (RSM) established for the duty station, including Office Security and security preparedness. Also assists with the compilation of data required for the SRM/RSM Self-Assessment Programme. Performs other security-related tasks assigned by the Security Adviser or his/her assigned Officer Conducts security evaluations and provides advice on security measures for the residences (RSM) of UN staff, as well as on the latest trends and threats to staff safety and security. Establishes and maintains a warden system and keeps an update of information related to UN offices and residences. Maintains liaison with commercial companies used for UN security at offices and residences, to ensure the effective and efficient use of the guard force. Business Management-Communication: Ability to communicate in a clear, concise, and unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication; to tai