UNHCR Field Security Associate – Moyo Jobs in Uganda
UNHCR Field Security Associate – Moyo Jobs in Uganda
Organizational Context The Field Security Associate provides support to all security related aspects of field operations including Staff, premises and asset security.
The incumbent is supervised by a Senior Officer (FSA or Head of Office) who defines general work objectives and provides necessary advice and guidance. The incumbent maintains regular contact on a working level on routine issues with other UNHCR staff members, UN agencies, NGOs, implementing partners and Host Government Security authorities (HGS) in the area to facilitate the operation. The duty of the incumbent is to support and monitor the management of security issues.
Functional Statement
Provide assistance to the supervisor in evaluating the level of risk and assessing the existing security measures for the UNHCR staff, operations, premises, partners and persons of concern.
Conduct regular security assessment missions to the field as required in coordination with UNDSS/other agencies; gather and analyse information about the security situation during field missions.
Be aware of security protocols and procedures in place in accordance with the UNSMS policies, UNHCR Policies and the, Security Risk Management process for the designated area;
Conduct checks for compliance and advise management on any deficiencies.
Monitor the physical security of UNHCR premises and reports on deficiencies.
Monitor and supervise the guard force In accordance with relevant UNSMS policies and guidance.
Assist UNHCR Protection Colleagues in efforts to ensure the physical protection and security of refugees and other persons of concern.
Provide support during implementation of security-related projects.
Assist in the monitoring, updating and reporting of security-related events.
Assist in the processing of administrative security issues.
Maintain relations and cooperation with UN security management system actors, local law enforcement agencies, civil authorities and other relevant agencies.
Provide security briefings and training to UNHCR staff, and as appropriate partner staff, on relevant security risk management processes and measures for the country concerned to include security situation updates, the warden system, communication notification and reporting procedures, travel planning procedures road air and fire safety.
Respond to staff queries on security issues and provide immediate assistance as required.
Provide security-related advice to the manager and other staff.
Maintain liaison and build relationships with Host Government Security Forces and security counterparts.
Perform other related duties as required.
Required Competencies
Analytical Thinking
Political Awareness
Change Capability and Adaptability
Essential Minimum Qualifications and Professional Experience
Completion of High school diploma is required.
Minimum of 6 years of previous relevant job experience is required.
Knowledge of English is required
Desirable Qualifications & Competencies
Certificates/ licences in Security and Safety is desirable.
High level of knowledge in the security field is desirable
Excellent security apparatus knowledge is desirable
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; UNHCR Field Security Associate – Moyo Jobs in Uganda
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