Hiring Organization: UNOPS
Education/Experience/Language requirements
A. Education
Job Location: Somalia , Mogadishu
Functional Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of the the Senior Field Security Advisor with oversight from the Country Director, the Field Security Advisor will be based in Mogadishu, Somalia and s/he will be responsible for the following duties:
Summary of Key Functions:
Functional Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of the the Senior Field Security Advisor with oversight from the Country Director, the Field Security Advisor will be based in Mogadishu, Somalia and s/he will be responsible for the following duties:
Summary of Key Functions:
Advisory and Technical
Operations
Personnel /Staff Development
Team Management
Knowledge Building and Knowledge Sharing
Advisory and Technical
Advise the Country Director and all UNOPS personnel under the United Nations Security Management System on all safety and security-related matters and the possible impact on project design, implementation and funding;
In line with UN Security Management System methodology, policies, and procedures, develop as required security risk assessments outlining potential threats, risks levels and recommended mitigation strategies for the office and project implementation/operations taking into consideration relevant and existing assessments;
Operations:
Make substantive safety and security recommendations in line with UN and industry best practice enabling project implementation without compromising UNOPS personnel safety and security;
Act as OIC Security Advisor when the Senior FSA is out of country. The Field Security Advisor will assist the Senior Field Security Advisor and therefore operate within the framework of the UN Security Management System and coordinate directly with the local UNDSS office;
As the Single Agency Security Officer operate within the framework of the UN Security Management System and coordinate directly with the local UNDSS office and the Security Cell;
In addition to liaising with UNDSS and members of the security cell, ensure that appropriate and effective coordination is maintained with other UN security officers and other regional security services so as to enhance coordination and implementation of the security arrangements across the respective Operation Centre;
Report all security-related incidents across Somalia that may have an impact on UNOPS’ projects or programmes to the Country Director;
In support of the country Director and Senior FSA, manage UNDSS and UNOPS evacuation and extrication policies ensuring a smooth and efficient evacuation of UNOPS staff
Adapt and implement security policies, protocols and procedures for local conditions, consistent with the UN Security framework;
Establish security as an integral part of Somalia’s programme and budget planning and operations, in particular for effective delivery of projects;
Submit monthly reports to the management on security issues and performance to the annual work plan/budget;
Review all new project proposals from a security perspective and provide comments to ensure security concerns are addressed. Conduct field assessments if deemed necessary;
Brief all new personnel/project managers on security concerns specific to their projects;
Review all aspects of convoy procedures and medical evacuations as relevant;
Review security arrangements for all field offices in the Somalia and maintain copies of all the relevant instructions such as security and evacuation plans;
Ensure personnel adherence and compliance to the various UN security advisories as issued by the Designated Official, in particular: compliance with the United Nations Security Management System Security Policy Manual, UNSMS guidelines and SOPs, as well as other security communications from the UNSMS system and UNOPS headquarters;
Maintaining up-to-date instructions for personnel of the precautions they should take in relation to the implementation of security plans, including a comprehensive listing of emergency supplies they should have on hand and guidance on action taken during emergencies, including natural disasters and political crises;
Reporting all cases in which personnel of the organization have been involved in a security incident and submitting the required reports on such cases to the Country Director and UNOPS Chief of Security;
Ensure by supervising the process, that timely submissions of personnel travel security clearance requests are carried out;
Perform security assessments, both routine and exceptional, as required, to ensure optimal safety standards are in place for personnel traveling across the area of operation;
Maintain accurate multi-sourced country files on current and projected-security issues (assessments, security plans, etc.) and brief the necessary personnel across the region when required;
Define, manage and account for the use of security equipment including communications equipment
Ensure that safety and security is a core component of all programmes at the duty station and that appropriate funding is provided based on actual needs;
Must be contactable/on call 24/7 to assist in all security issues (including traffic accidents) in relation to UNOPS projects and staff;
Keep in close contact with and share information with the UNOPS Chief of Security at HQ.
Staff and Personnel Development:
Operations
Personnel /Staff Development
Team Management
Knowledge Building and Knowledge Sharing
Advisory and Technical
Advise the Country Director and all UNOPS personnel under the United Nations Security Management System on all safety and security-related matters and the possible impact on project design, implementation and funding;
In line with UN Security Management System methodology, policies, and procedures, develop as required security risk assessments outlining potential threats, risks levels and recommended mitigation strategies for the office and project implementation/operations taking into consideration relevant and existing assessments;
Operations:
Make substantive safety and security recommendations in line with UN and industry best practice enabling project implementation without compromising UNOPS personnel safety and security;
Act as OIC Security Advisor when the Senior FSA is out of country. The Field Security Advisor will assist the Senior Field Security Advisor and therefore operate within the framework of the UN Security Management System and coordinate directly with the local UNDSS office;
As the Single Agency Security Officer operate within the framework of the UN Security Management System and coordinate directly with the local UNDSS office and the Security Cell;
In addition to liaising with UNDSS and members of the security cell, ensure that appropriate and effective coordination is maintained with other UN security officers and other regional security services so as to enhance coordination and implementation of the security arrangements across the respective Operation Centre;
Report all security-related incidents across Somalia that may have an impact on UNOPS’ projects or programmes to the Country Director;
In support of the country Director and Senior FSA, manage UNDSS and UNOPS evacuation and extrication policies ensuring a smooth and efficient evacuation of UNOPS staff
Adapt and implement security policies, protocols and procedures for local conditions, consistent with the UN Security framework;
Establish security as an integral part of Somalia’s programme and budget planning and operations, in particular for effective delivery of projects;
Submit monthly reports to the management on security issues and performance to the annual work plan/budget;
Review all new project proposals from a security perspective and provide comments to ensure security concerns are addressed. Conduct field assessments if deemed necessary;
Brief all new personnel/project managers on security concerns specific to their projects;
Review all aspects of convoy procedures and medical evacuations as relevant;
Review security arrangements for all field offices in the Somalia and maintain copies of all the relevant instructions such as security and evacuation plans;
Ensure personnel adherence and compliance to the various UN security advisories as issued by the Designated Official, in particular: compliance with the United Nations Security Management System Security Policy Manual, UNSMS guidelines and SOPs, as well as other security communications from the UNSMS system and UNOPS headquarters;
Maintaining up-to-date instructions for personnel of the precautions they should take in relation to the implementation of security plans, including a comprehensive listing of emergency supplies they should have on hand and guidance on action taken during emergencies, including natural disasters and political crises;
Reporting all cases in which personnel of the organization have been involved in a security incident and submitting the required reports on such cases to the Country Director and UNOPS Chief of Security;
Ensure by supervising the process, that timely submissions of personnel travel security clearance requests are carried out;
Perform security assessments, both routine and exceptional, as required, to ensure optimal safety standards are in place for personnel traveling across the area of operation;
Maintain accurate multi-sourced country files on current and projected-security issues (assessments, security plans, etc.) and brief the necessary personnel across the region when required;
Define, manage and account for the use of security equipment including communications equipment
Ensure that safety and security is a core component of all programmes at the duty station and that appropriate funding is provided based on actual needs;
Must be contactable/on call 24/7 to assist in all security issues (including traffic accidents) in relation to UNOPS projects and staff;
Keep in close contact with and share information with the UNOPS Chief of Security at HQ.
Staff and Personnel Development:
Develop and deliver personnel and staff development and training programmes for UNOPS Personnel on Security Risk Assessments within the area of operation.
Ensure that all UNOPS personnel receive briefings upon arrival, local security training as necessitated by changes in the security environment, and are kept informed of matters affecting their security.
Provide heightened security awareness training to staff, beyond the required security and emergency procedures, if necessary;
Maintain up-to-date instructions and training for personnel on implementation of security plans. including required precautions, comprehensive listing of emergency supplies and guidance on action taken during emergencies, including natural disasters and political crises.
Team Management:
Facilitate the engagement and provision of high quality results and services of the team supervised through effective recruitment, work planning, performance management, coaching, and promotion of learning and development.
Provide oversight, ensuring compliance by team members with existing policies and best practices.
Knowledge building and knowledge sharing:
Organize, facilitate and/or deliver training and learning initiatives for Business Unit personnel on Security related topics.
Lead and conduct initiatives on capacity development and knowledge building for Security personnel, including network development, plans, learning plans and activities, procurement practice information and best practice benchmarking.
Oversee team’s contributions to Security knowledge networks and communities of practice including collaborative synthesis of lessons learnt and dissemination of best practices in Security.
Guide team’s collection of feedback, ideas, and internal knowledge about processes and best practices and utilize productively.
Ensure that all UNOPS personnel receive briefings upon arrival, local security training as necessitated by changes in the security environment, and are kept informed of matters affecting their security.
Provide heightened security awareness training to staff, beyond the required security and emergency procedures, if necessary;
Maintain up-to-date instructions and training for personnel on implementation of security plans. including required precautions, comprehensive listing of emergency supplies and guidance on action taken during emergencies, including natural disasters and political crises.
Team Management:
Facilitate the engagement and provision of high quality results and services of the team supervised through effective recruitment, work planning, performance management, coaching, and promotion of learning and development.
Provide oversight, ensuring compliance by team members with existing policies and best practices.
Knowledge building and knowledge sharing:
Organize, facilitate and/or deliver training and learning initiatives for Business Unit personnel on Security related topics.
Lead and conduct initiatives on capacity development and knowledge building for Security personnel, including network development, plans, learning plans and activities, procurement practice information and best practice benchmarking.
Oversee team’s contributions to Security knowledge networks and communities of practice including collaborative synthesis of lessons learnt and dissemination of best practices in Security.
Guide team’s collection of feedback, ideas, and internal knowledge about processes and best practices and utilize productively.
Education/Experience/Language requirements
A. Education
Master’s Degree in Social or Political Science, Law, Public Administration, Business Management or Security Management or other relevant discipline is required.
Bachelor’s Degree in Social or Political Science, Law, Public Administration, Business Management or Security Management with a combination of an additional two (2) years of relevant professional experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Technical/Professional Diploma in Civilian Police/Military with a combination of an additional four (4) years of relevant professional experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Substantial experience in Civilian Police/ Military may be accepted in lieu of formal education;
Certification:
UNDSS Security Certification Programme (SCP) is highly desirable but will be required 1 year after joining.
B. Work Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Social or Political Science, Law, Public Administration, Business Management or Security Management with a combination of an additional two (2) years of relevant professional experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Technical/Professional Diploma in Civilian Police/Military with a combination of an additional four (4) years of relevant professional experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Substantial experience in Civilian Police/ Military may be accepted in lieu of formal education;
Certification:
UNDSS Security Certification Programme (SCP) is highly desirable but will be required 1 year after joining.
B. Work Experience
A minimum of five (5) years’ relevant experience of progressively in international security management in security and justice reform and/or conflict management programmes is required.
Direct experience with the United Nations Security Management System is a strong advantage.
Demonstrated experience and exposure in the international security arena dealing with security-related issues is an asset.
Experience in handling emergency, security-related situations is highly desirable;
Experience of working in East Africa is desirable;
Knowledge of the UN system and familiarity with UNOPS procedures an advantage;
Experience working in conflict or post -conflict environment will be an asset.
Ability to produce Standard Operating Procedures/Security Risk Assessments/Security Plans in accordance with UNDSS methodology is an asset;
Knowledge of UN rules & procedures is desirable.
Experience/knowledge of web-based applications and Google Suite products, especially google forms, sheets, docs and slides is an asset.
C. Language Requirements:
Fluency in English Language (i.e. written, reading and speaking) is required;
D. Key Competencies and Skills:
Direct experience with the United Nations Security Management System is a strong advantage.
Demonstrated experience and exposure in the international security arena dealing with security-related issues is an asset.
Experience in handling emergency, security-related situations is highly desirable;
Experience of working in East Africa is desirable;
Knowledge of the UN system and familiarity with UNOPS procedures an advantage;
Experience working in conflict or post -conflict environment will be an asset.
Ability to produce Standard Operating Procedures/Security Risk Assessments/Security Plans in accordance with UNDSS methodology is an asset;
Knowledge of UN rules & procedures is desirable.
Experience/knowledge of web-based applications and Google Suite products, especially google forms, sheets, docs and slides is an asset.
C. Language Requirements:
Fluency in English Language (i.e. written, reading and speaking) is required;
D. Key Competencies and Skills:
Diligence, attention to detail, a keen sense of work priorities and resourcefulness in obtaining and researching important information:
Knowledge of the mechanisms for the identification and mitigation of security threats and risks;
Proven ability to operate in physically and mentally demanding environments globally;
In-depth understanding of project and risk management;
Successful completion of trauma (first-aid) training, or a willingness to requalify;
Driving license and high standard of driving competence including Armored Vehicles;
Excellent team player;
Capable of working in a multi-national/cultural environment;
Reliable and able to work under pressure;
Knowledge of the mechanisms for the identification and mitigation of security threats and risks;
Proven ability to operate in physically and mentally demanding environments globally;
In-depth understanding of project and risk management;
Successful completion of trauma (first-aid) training, or a willingness to requalify;
Driving license and high standard of driving competence including Armored Vehicles;
Excellent team player;
Capable of working in a multi-national/cultural environment;
Reliable and able to work under pressure;