Employer: UNHCR
Location: Egypt
Before submitting an application, UNHCR staff members intending to apply to this Job Opening are requested to consult the Recruitment and Assignments Policy (RAP, UNHCR/HCP/2017/2 and the Recruitment and Assignments Administrative Instruction (RAAI), UNHCR/AI/2017/7 OF 15 August 2017.
Field Security Adviser
ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT
The Field Security Adviser takes on the role of leading, coordinating and providing appropriate guidance related to security management within an office.
The incumbent maintains contact with other UN agencies, NGOs, implementing partners, government partners in the area to facilitate the operation.
The incumbent directly supervises general service staff in the office, and reports to the Head of Office.
FUNCTIONAL STATEMENT
Accountability
- Country operations receive practical and well-reasoned security advice and support toward helping ensure an appropriate level of safety for UNHCR¿s staff and operations and compliance with security guidelines and procedures.
- UNHCR benefits from effective relationships with host country law enforcement agencies and the UN Security Management System.
- Staff are aware of threats/risks and how to respond to them, understand and comply with guidelines and procedures.
- Security management is efficient, well-coordinated and consistent with policies and procedures.
Responsibility
- Advise and support the Representative or Head of Office in managing staff safety and security of UNHCR staff, partners, operations, premises and refugees or persons of concern.
- Undertake periodic security assessments in close co-operation with UNHCR senior staff members and interagency partners, analysing security factors and levels of risk related to UNHCR activities and programmes.
- Evaluate existing security measures to determine their appropriateness and identify areas needing improvement. Follow up with actions to oversee or implement those improvements.
- Assist in ensuring compliance with standards established through the Security Risk Management process.
- Assist in the development of plans for evacuation, medical evacuation and other contingencies.
- In cooperation with UNHCR senior staff members, ensure that security measures are fully integrated into operational planning, including budgetary provisions, at the earliest stages of development.
- Participate and support in activities to advise on programme criticality assessment process.
- As a member of a multi-functional team, contribute to efforts to ensure the physical protection and security of refugees and other persons of concern by providing security assessments, analysis and advice in developing and implementing effective strategies which underpin the responsibilities of the host state.
- Develop and maintain relationships with security-related actors, including host government law enforcement authorities and other stakeholders to ensure effective information sharing; provide regular feedback and analysis to country managers.
- Maintain close co-operation with staff of the UN Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS), ensuring UNHCR's understanding of applicable requirements, cooperating in security assessments and planning and supporting UNDSS understanding of agency requirements.
- Support UNHCR staff serving as members of the country Security Management Team (SMT), or Area Security Management Team (ASMT), Area Security Coordinators (ASC) and Wardens.
- Provide country-relevant security advice and training to UNHCR staff, and where appropriate, to staff of NGOs and implementing partners in areas including, inter alia, preparation for and conduct of road missions, radio telecommunications and responding to specific threats within the environment.
- Conduct rehearsals and practical exercises to ensure that staff are familiar with contingency plans and can implement them confidently in an emergency.
- Prepare periodic analytical reports on security in accordance with UN and UNHCR standard operating procedures, sharing with managers in the country of assignment and FSS.
- Maintain linkages with the Staff Welfare Section, and the Medical Service, referring cases as required.
- Undertake other security-related functions or responsibilities as delegated by the supervisor.
Authority
- Provide security-related advice, in written and oral form, to the manager and other staff.
- Advise on, and upon approval, implement, needed mitigating measures.
- Participate in criticality assessments.
- Represent UNHCR in interagency working groups and attend SMT or ASMT meetings as an observer.
ESSENTIAL MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
- Undergraduate degree (equivalent of a BA/BS) with a focus on Security Management and/or related disciplines (Business Administration, Political/Social Science, International Relations) plus minimum 6 years of previous work experience relevant to the function including 2 years security risk management experience in an international capacity. Graduate degree (equivalent of a Master's) plus 5 years or Doctorate degree (equivalent of a PhD) plus 4 years of previous relevant work experience may also be accepted.
- Also relevant would be military or police academy degree (at Officer level).
- Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES
- Proven competences in security analysis.
- Excellent communication skills, written and oral.
- Negotiating skills.
- Relevant training an asset.
- Knowledge of additional UN languages.
This is a Standard Job Description for all UNHCR Field Security Adviser positions. The Operational Context may contain additional essential and/or desirable qualifications relating to the specific operation and/or position. Any such requirements are incorporated by reference in this Job Description and will be considered for the screening, shortlisting and selection of candidates. C001L3 - Accountability Level 3
C002L3 - Teamwork & Collaboration Level 3
C003L3 - Communication Level 3
C004L3 - Commitment to Continuous Learning Level 3
C005L3 - Client & Result Orientation Level 3
C006L3 - Organizational Awareness Level 3
M001L3 - Empowering and Building Trust Level 3
M002L3 - Managing Performance Level 3
M006L3 - Managing Resources Level 3
M005L3 - Leadership Level 3
M003L3 - Judgement and Decision Making Level 3
M004L3 - Strategic Planning and Vision Level 3
X007L3 - Political Awareness Level 3
X001L3 - Analytical Thinking Level 3
X008L3 - Stakeholder Management Level 3 <p>The UNHCR workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages and opinions. UNHCR seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce. Applications are encouraged from all qualified candidates without distinction on grounds of race, colour, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity.</p>
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See below for this postion's Operational Context
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For those people applying for High Risk Duty Stations, we strongly encourage them – before deciding to apply- to read the country specific security and welfare country profiles which can be found on the Intranet under Support Services - Duty of Care (https://intranet.unhcr.org/en/support-services/duty-of-care.html). Ensuring staff are better informed is part of the increased attention UNHCR is paying to Duty of Care.
Staff after having applied to High Risk Duty Stations will have access to country specific information webinars with Field Safety Section (FSS) and Staff Welfare Section (SWS) colleagues and provided with a tool to test their psychological preparedness for serving in High Risk Duty Stations. Applicants who applied for a position in a High Risk country will receive, after the deadline for applications has expired, a joint invitation from the Staff Welfare Section (SWS) and the Field Safety Section (FSS) to participate in these webinars. During the Webinars, latest updates on security and well-being will be provided, and FSS and SWS will address questions raised by participants. Applicants are highly encouraged to benefit, when applicable, from all measures as they provide most up-to-date security and well-being information helpful to assess staff’s readiness to serve in a High Risk Duty Station. A Staff Welfare Officer will also be available, if and when required, to discuss with interested applicants the results of the psychological preparedness tool as well as readiness for assignment in High Risk Duty Stations.
The Field Security Adviser reports directly to the Representative. The incumbent will be responsible to provide professional safety and security advisories to the Representative and to manage the day to day activities of the Field Security Unit in Egypt
An experienced professional is necessary to address the evolving operation greatly impacted by developments in the immediate region. The scope of the function includes overseeing all aspects of safety and security, including, but not exclusively, the warden system, communications, office security plans, transportation safety, providing security briefings and training to staff in areas such as active shooter response. In addition they oversee the implementation and maintenance of all physical security measures at the buildings in Cairo and Alexandria. The incumbent will manage directly the local security associates in Cairo and technically the security associate in Alexandria. Consensus teambuilding and cultural sensitivity is needed as the team is diverse and the environment multi-layered.
The incumbent should be results oriented with proven management skills, should have practical and innovative approach. They should have an ability to remain calm during difficult situations and retain an ability to be clear and concise in providing the necessary advisory to the Representative, to assist in crisis management situations Egypt is a signatory to the 1951 Convention relating to the Status of Refugees and its 1967 Protocol as well as the 1969 OAU Convention Governing Specific Aspects of Refugee Problems in Africa. Egypt however made reservations to several provisions, namely Articles 12(1) on Personal Status, 20 on Rationing, 22 (1) on Primary Education, 23 on Public Relief and 24 on Labour Legislation and Social Security. Egypt is also yet to develop a national refugee legislation and institutions for asylum. As a result, functional responsibilities for registration, documentation, refugee status determination and search for durable solutions are carried out by UNHCR under the auspices of a 1954 Memorandum of Understanding with the Government of Egypt.
As of Nov 2016, when the Egyptian pound was devalued, Egypt has increasingly experienced difficult socio-economic challenges. The inflation and unemployment rates have significantly increased and have negatively affected the host and refugee populations. Refugees and asylum seekers in Egypt predominantly live in urban and semi-urban areas and are mainly settled within Greater Cairo and in the cities of Alexandria and Damietta. As of 1 June 2018, Egypt is hosting 230,340 registered asylum seekers and refugees, of whom Syrian nationals constitute 56% and other nationalities (60 diverse countries , mainly from Sub-Sahara Africa, Yemen and Iraq) make up for the remaining 44%. The Government of Egypt¿s attitude towards asylum seekers and refugees has been tolerant to a great extent. Egypt as a country is highly influenced by varied mixed migratory flows. Predominant protection priorities revolve around the need to ensure a conducive asylum environment right from the start/access to territory, to the moment solutions are arrived at. Some key issues that the operation is currently addressing include: the need to enhance resident permit processing and issuance; assorted services and care for children, and particularly UASC; the strengthening of partner capacity and broadening of partnerships and collaboration, including with Government counterparts; enhancing the strategic use of Registration and RSD; as well as supporting beneficiaries with basic needs services in the areas of: emergency and primary health care, education, legal assistance, psychosocial support, livelihoods and cash assistance. Advocacy for more resettlement opportunities and complimentary pathway solutions, as well as the support for voluntary repatriation where feasible, as well as engagement in mixed migration dialogue and activities is part and parcel of the office protection strategy.
UNHCR Egypt has four office locations, three in different parts of Cairo and one in the field in Alexandria, with a staff component of 280 staff in Cairo and Alexandria. The Office works directly with 13 partners, within the broader 3RP response, as well as within the UNPDF, the office has additional INGO/NGO, UN sister agency and governmental partners. Egypt is full of historic and cultural significance and, together with multiple touristic sites and locations to visit and enjoy, can be a welcomed relief to the otherwise heavy demands of the work day.
Cairo is a family Duty Station Category (A) and has relatively good areas for accommodation. The cost of accommodation varies and depends the location and the preferences of the incumbent. The cost of food, drink and clothing will depend on particular lifestyle demands but there is a variety of choice. International banks such as HSBC and CIB are available. Alexandria has good health facilities. With the security measures in place the majority of Egypt is at Security Level 2 (Low) with the exception of the Western Desert, which is Security Level 3 (Moderate) and the North Sinai, which is Security Level 5 (High). UNHCR Egypt currently operates mainly in Low to Moderate security level areas and does not have operations in areas with High security levels.
The security situation is relatively stable. However there have been a number of attacks on security (police and military) forces and on rare occasions religious and tourism sites. Civil unrest since 2015 is low, there are very rarely large demonstrations or public disorder incidents. The crime rate in the country is moderate with some incidents particularly in the larger cities (Cairo and Alexandria) such as thefts, burglary and robbery. Also of note some bag snatchers (especially against females). Sexual harassment against women and girls is high in the country targeting both Egyptian and International staff.
Hazards are the most challenging safety issue as road accidents are common in Egypt, due to poor road conditions, dangerous driving and non-enforcement of traffic laws. Vulnerability to staff is enhanced when they do not practice basic safety measures such as the wearing of seat belts. Fires in apartments are a hazard, with electricity standards low causing electrical fires. Vulnerability to staff is exacerbated by staff not following advisories, such as to install smoke detectors and fire extinguishers in their residences. Although English is the essential language of the duty station, knowledge of Arabic Language is desirable.
Please note that the closing date for vancancies in the Addendum 3 is Thursday 24 January 2019 (midnight Geneva time)
We do our best to provide you the most accurate info, but closing dates may be wrong on our site. Please check on the recruiting organization's page for the exact info. Candidates are responsible for complying with deadlines and are encouraged to submit applications well ahead.
Before applying, please make sure that you have read the requirements for the position and that you qualify.
Applications from non-qualifying applicants will most likely be discarded by the recruiting manager.
APPLY
Location: Egypt
Before submitting an application, UNHCR staff members intending to apply to this Job Opening are requested to consult the Recruitment and Assignments Policy (RAP, UNHCR/HCP/2017/2 and the Recruitment and Assignments Administrative Instruction (RAAI), UNHCR/AI/2017/7 OF 15 August 2017.
Field Security Adviser
ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT
The Field Security Adviser takes on the role of leading, coordinating and providing appropriate guidance related to security management within an office.
The incumbent maintains contact with other UN agencies, NGOs, implementing partners, government partners in the area to facilitate the operation.
The incumbent directly supervises general service staff in the office, and reports to the Head of Office.
FUNCTIONAL STATEMENT
Accountability
- Country operations receive practical and well-reasoned security advice and support toward helping ensure an appropriate level of safety for UNHCR¿s staff and operations and compliance with security guidelines and procedures.
- UNHCR benefits from effective relationships with host country law enforcement agencies and the UN Security Management System.
- Staff are aware of threats/risks and how to respond to them, understand and comply with guidelines and procedures.
- Security management is efficient, well-coordinated and consistent with policies and procedures.
Responsibility
- Advise and support the Representative or Head of Office in managing staff safety and security of UNHCR staff, partners, operations, premises and refugees or persons of concern.
- Undertake periodic security assessments in close co-operation with UNHCR senior staff members and interagency partners, analysing security factors and levels of risk related to UNHCR activities and programmes.
- Evaluate existing security measures to determine their appropriateness and identify areas needing improvement. Follow up with actions to oversee or implement those improvements.
- Assist in ensuring compliance with standards established through the Security Risk Management process.
- Assist in the development of plans for evacuation, medical evacuation and other contingencies.
- In cooperation with UNHCR senior staff members, ensure that security measures are fully integrated into operational planning, including budgetary provisions, at the earliest stages of development.
- Participate and support in activities to advise on programme criticality assessment process.
- As a member of a multi-functional team, contribute to efforts to ensure the physical protection and security of refugees and other persons of concern by providing security assessments, analysis and advice in developing and implementing effective strategies which underpin the responsibilities of the host state.
- Develop and maintain relationships with security-related actors, including host government law enforcement authorities and other stakeholders to ensure effective information sharing; provide regular feedback and analysis to country managers.
- Maintain close co-operation with staff of the UN Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS), ensuring UNHCR's understanding of applicable requirements, cooperating in security assessments and planning and supporting UNDSS understanding of agency requirements.
- Support UNHCR staff serving as members of the country Security Management Team (SMT), or Area Security Management Team (ASMT), Area Security Coordinators (ASC) and Wardens.
- Provide country-relevant security advice and training to UNHCR staff, and where appropriate, to staff of NGOs and implementing partners in areas including, inter alia, preparation for and conduct of road missions, radio telecommunications and responding to specific threats within the environment.
- Conduct rehearsals and practical exercises to ensure that staff are familiar with contingency plans and can implement them confidently in an emergency.
- Prepare periodic analytical reports on security in accordance with UN and UNHCR standard operating procedures, sharing with managers in the country of assignment and FSS.
- Maintain linkages with the Staff Welfare Section, and the Medical Service, referring cases as required.
- Undertake other security-related functions or responsibilities as delegated by the supervisor.
Authority
- Provide security-related advice, in written and oral form, to the manager and other staff.
- Advise on, and upon approval, implement, needed mitigating measures.
- Participate in criticality assessments.
- Represent UNHCR in interagency working groups and attend SMT or ASMT meetings as an observer.
ESSENTIAL MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
- Undergraduate degree (equivalent of a BA/BS) with a focus on Security Management and/or related disciplines (Business Administration, Political/Social Science, International Relations) plus minimum 6 years of previous work experience relevant to the function including 2 years security risk management experience in an international capacity. Graduate degree (equivalent of a Master's) plus 5 years or Doctorate degree (equivalent of a PhD) plus 4 years of previous relevant work experience may also be accepted.
- Also relevant would be military or police academy degree (at Officer level).
- Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES
- Proven competences in security analysis.
- Excellent communication skills, written and oral.
- Negotiating skills.
- Relevant training an asset.
- Knowledge of additional UN languages.
This is a Standard Job Description for all UNHCR Field Security Adviser positions. The Operational Context may contain additional essential and/or desirable qualifications relating to the specific operation and/or position. Any such requirements are incorporated by reference in this Job Description and will be considered for the screening, shortlisting and selection of candidates. C001L3 - Accountability Level 3
C002L3 - Teamwork & Collaboration Level 3
C003L3 - Communication Level 3
C004L3 - Commitment to Continuous Learning Level 3
C005L3 - Client & Result Orientation Level 3
C006L3 - Organizational Awareness Level 3
M001L3 - Empowering and Building Trust Level 3
M002L3 - Managing Performance Level 3
M006L3 - Managing Resources Level 3
M005L3 - Leadership Level 3
M003L3 - Judgement and Decision Making Level 3
M004L3 - Strategic Planning and Vision Level 3
X007L3 - Political Awareness Level 3
X001L3 - Analytical Thinking Level 3
X008L3 - Stakeholder Management Level 3 <p>The UNHCR workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages and opinions. UNHCR seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce. Applications are encouraged from all qualified candidates without distinction on grounds of race, colour, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity.</p>
========================================================================================================
See below for this postion's Operational Context
========================================================================================================
For those people applying for High Risk Duty Stations, we strongly encourage them – before deciding to apply- to read the country specific security and welfare country profiles which can be found on the Intranet under Support Services - Duty of Care (https://intranet.unhcr.org/en/support-services/duty-of-care.html). Ensuring staff are better informed is part of the increased attention UNHCR is paying to Duty of Care.
Staff after having applied to High Risk Duty Stations will have access to country specific information webinars with Field Safety Section (FSS) and Staff Welfare Section (SWS) colleagues and provided with a tool to test their psychological preparedness for serving in High Risk Duty Stations. Applicants who applied for a position in a High Risk country will receive, after the deadline for applications has expired, a joint invitation from the Staff Welfare Section (SWS) and the Field Safety Section (FSS) to participate in these webinars. During the Webinars, latest updates on security and well-being will be provided, and FSS and SWS will address questions raised by participants. Applicants are highly encouraged to benefit, when applicable, from all measures as they provide most up-to-date security and well-being information helpful to assess staff’s readiness to serve in a High Risk Duty Station. A Staff Welfare Officer will also be available, if and when required, to discuss with interested applicants the results of the psychological preparedness tool as well as readiness for assignment in High Risk Duty Stations.
The Field Security Adviser reports directly to the Representative. The incumbent will be responsible to provide professional safety and security advisories to the Representative and to manage the day to day activities of the Field Security Unit in Egypt
An experienced professional is necessary to address the evolving operation greatly impacted by developments in the immediate region. The scope of the function includes overseeing all aspects of safety and security, including, but not exclusively, the warden system, communications, office security plans, transportation safety, providing security briefings and training to staff in areas such as active shooter response. In addition they oversee the implementation and maintenance of all physical security measures at the buildings in Cairo and Alexandria. The incumbent will manage directly the local security associates in Cairo and technically the security associate in Alexandria. Consensus teambuilding and cultural sensitivity is needed as the team is diverse and the environment multi-layered.
The incumbent should be results oriented with proven management skills, should have practical and innovative approach. They should have an ability to remain calm during difficult situations and retain an ability to be clear and concise in providing the necessary advisory to the Representative, to assist in crisis management situations Egypt is a signatory to the 1951 Convention relating to the Status of Refugees and its 1967 Protocol as well as the 1969 OAU Convention Governing Specific Aspects of Refugee Problems in Africa. Egypt however made reservations to several provisions, namely Articles 12(1) on Personal Status, 20 on Rationing, 22 (1) on Primary Education, 23 on Public Relief and 24 on Labour Legislation and Social Security. Egypt is also yet to develop a national refugee legislation and institutions for asylum. As a result, functional responsibilities for registration, documentation, refugee status determination and search for durable solutions are carried out by UNHCR under the auspices of a 1954 Memorandum of Understanding with the Government of Egypt.
As of Nov 2016, when the Egyptian pound was devalued, Egypt has increasingly experienced difficult socio-economic challenges. The inflation and unemployment rates have significantly increased and have negatively affected the host and refugee populations. Refugees and asylum seekers in Egypt predominantly live in urban and semi-urban areas and are mainly settled within Greater Cairo and in the cities of Alexandria and Damietta. As of 1 June 2018, Egypt is hosting 230,340 registered asylum seekers and refugees, of whom Syrian nationals constitute 56% and other nationalities (60 diverse countries , mainly from Sub-Sahara Africa, Yemen and Iraq) make up for the remaining 44%. The Government of Egypt¿s attitude towards asylum seekers and refugees has been tolerant to a great extent. Egypt as a country is highly influenced by varied mixed migratory flows. Predominant protection priorities revolve around the need to ensure a conducive asylum environment right from the start/access to territory, to the moment solutions are arrived at. Some key issues that the operation is currently addressing include: the need to enhance resident permit processing and issuance; assorted services and care for children, and particularly UASC; the strengthening of partner capacity and broadening of partnerships and collaboration, including with Government counterparts; enhancing the strategic use of Registration and RSD; as well as supporting beneficiaries with basic needs services in the areas of: emergency and primary health care, education, legal assistance, psychosocial support, livelihoods and cash assistance. Advocacy for more resettlement opportunities and complimentary pathway solutions, as well as the support for voluntary repatriation where feasible, as well as engagement in mixed migration dialogue and activities is part and parcel of the office protection strategy.
UNHCR Egypt has four office locations, three in different parts of Cairo and one in the field in Alexandria, with a staff component of 280 staff in Cairo and Alexandria. The Office works directly with 13 partners, within the broader 3RP response, as well as within the UNPDF, the office has additional INGO/NGO, UN sister agency and governmental partners. Egypt is full of historic and cultural significance and, together with multiple touristic sites and locations to visit and enjoy, can be a welcomed relief to the otherwise heavy demands of the work day.
Cairo is a family Duty Station Category (A) and has relatively good areas for accommodation. The cost of accommodation varies and depends the location and the preferences of the incumbent. The cost of food, drink and clothing will depend on particular lifestyle demands but there is a variety of choice. International banks such as HSBC and CIB are available. Alexandria has good health facilities. With the security measures in place the majority of Egypt is at Security Level 2 (Low) with the exception of the Western Desert, which is Security Level 3 (Moderate) and the North Sinai, which is Security Level 5 (High). UNHCR Egypt currently operates mainly in Low to Moderate security level areas and does not have operations in areas with High security levels.
The security situation is relatively stable. However there have been a number of attacks on security (police and military) forces and on rare occasions religious and tourism sites. Civil unrest since 2015 is low, there are very rarely large demonstrations or public disorder incidents. The crime rate in the country is moderate with some incidents particularly in the larger cities (Cairo and Alexandria) such as thefts, burglary and robbery. Also of note some bag snatchers (especially against females). Sexual harassment against women and girls is high in the country targeting both Egyptian and International staff.
Hazards are the most challenging safety issue as road accidents are common in Egypt, due to poor road conditions, dangerous driving and non-enforcement of traffic laws. Vulnerability to staff is enhanced when they do not practice basic safety measures such as the wearing of seat belts. Fires in apartments are a hazard, with electricity standards low causing electrical fires. Vulnerability to staff is exacerbated by staff not following advisories, such as to install smoke detectors and fire extinguishers in their residences. Although English is the essential language of the duty station, knowledge of Arabic Language is desirable.
Please note that the closing date for vancancies in the Addendum 3 is Thursday 24 January 2019 (midnight Geneva time)
We do our best to provide you the most accurate info, but closing dates may be wrong on our site. Please check on the recruiting organization's page for the exact info. Candidates are responsible for complying with deadlines and are encouraged to submit applications well ahead.
Before applying, please make sure that you have read the requirements for the position and that you qualify.
Applications from non-qualifying applicants will most likely be discarded by the recruiting manager.
APPLY