Security Assistant G5, Gode, Ethiopia

JOB PURPOSE

To perform a range of specialized and process-oriented responsibilities related to security operations including monitoring and maintaining security equipment in line with established procedures.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive, nor exhaustive):

• Assist in reviewing security threats and risks, compile accurate reports on trends and situations that could adversely impact WFP operations to ensure information is accurately collated to support reporting and decision-making.
• Review security-related information (e.g. security incidents and events, security support daily activities, etc.) and use corporate or local information management tools to provide basic analyses and reports to ensure information is readily available for relevant stakeholders.
• Liaise and coordinate with local administration, security and law enforcement authorities, communities, UN/NGO security staff and other actors to facilitate access for safe program delivery and to mitigate potential risks against staff and other resources.
• Assist in planning, coordinating, preparing and conducting field missions including tracking of staff, and perform regular security assessments in the area of responsibility to support safe and effective program delivery.
• Prepare ad hoc and weekly security assessment reports after field missions with risk mitigation recommendations to support security situation analysis and facilitate decision-making.
• Assist in the formulation of advice to Country Director on security risk management matters and safety issues in compliance with the United Nations Security Management System (UNSMS).
• Assist in implementation of all security risk management mitigating measures, including Minimum Operational Security Standards (MOSS) to ensure compliance.
• Assist in management and maintenance of security equipment and identify new requirements to strengthen technology capacity in line with business requirements.
• Assist in monitoring that all access control procedures are effective and stringently followed by all staff and visitors to ensure accountability and maintenance of safe and secure environment.
• Contribute to the development and update of emergency and contingency planning documentation including physical preparations and procedures to support
• Assist in the identification of security training needs to support training planning and implementation to address staff development needs.
• Supervise and provide on-the-job training to other staff supporting their development and high performance.
• Perform other tasks as required.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Minimum requirement is the completion of secondary school education. A first-level University Degree is desirable

Experience: 5 years of progressive work in security.

Language: Fluency in both oral and written communication in English and Somali language is a must.

DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE:

• Has applied knowledge of security operations technical processes which must be adhered to in day-to-day work
• Has supported security operations efforts as directed
• Prior experience with the UN system or international NGOs
• Has supported in providing ad-hoc technical guidance to staff members

DESIRED SKILLS:

• Compliance
• Investigation
• Accountability
• Record Maintenance
• Organizing and Coordinati ng Skills

Knowledge & Skills:

• Proficient in the use of office equipment and computer software packages, such as Microsoft Word.
• Knowledge of work routines and methods in order to complete processes under minimal supervision.
• Uses tact and courtesy to give and receive informati on to a wide range of individuals.
• Ability to off er guidance or basic on-the-job training to more junior staff.

REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

• All applications must be submitted exclusively through our online recruiting system. We do not consider CVs or applications sent by email, LinkedIn, or any other channel.

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• At the application stage, the only required documents are your CV and Cover Letter. Additional documents (passport, certificates, recommendation letters, etc.) may be requested later in the process.

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to proceed to the next stage of the recruitment process.