Field security Specialist – P4

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

To ensure that effective WHO country presence is established to implement WHO country cooperation strategies that are aligned with Member State’s health and development agendas and harmonized with the United Nations country teams.

 

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

The incumbent will perform all or part of the following, and other related responsibilities as required by the needs of the office.

● Advise the incident manager and the head of the WHO office on maintaining the safety and security of WHO personnel, premises and assets in compliance with UNSMS and WHO Security Management policies and principles.

● Provide the head of the WHO office with independent analysis of emerging security threats to WHO personnel, operations, premises and assets, by monitoring the security situation across the country and coordinating and undertaking security risk assessments for the country office and suboffices.

● Propose, develop, and oversee the implementation of risk management, and contingency plans, and recommend standard operating procedures (SOPs).

● Ensure that the country office, as well as the suboffices, have an acceptable level of compliance with Minimum Operating Security Standards (MOSS) and SRMM; monitor the implementation of the technical security measures outlined in the Security Plan, MOSS, and SOPs; and ensure staff members’ adherence to security measures and guidelines.

● In cooperation with the data team and the field coordinators, design an effective system to track WHO staff and responders throughout the country, including to enable field coordinators to update staff, consultants, partners and dependents present at their respective field locations.

● Identify proper accommodations, with adequate security measures for all staff and responders, ensuring their safety and well-being.

● Increase the security awareness of, and conduct training for, all WHO staff, contractors, eligible dependents, and eligible partners in accordance with WHO policies and UNSMS standards, including briefing them on radio communication, convoy, security and evacuation procedures and other security issues and precautions to be taken.

● Facilitate the operationalization of rapid alert systems for relevant and real time information and updates about the prevailing security situation; in close coordination with the logistics’ team, ensure that all deployed staff and responders are provided with standard communication equipment upon arrival.

● Ensure WHO’s participation in the United Nations Security Cell, establishing/maintaining contact with all relevant national authorities, including national security agencies as appropriate.

● Supervise and guide the local security officer, assistant(s) or other assigned personnel.

 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSEducation

Essential: ● Advanced level university degree (master’s) in a relevant field (such as police science, business administration, political/social sciences, psychology or international relations), with training or certification in security management. Alternatively, a military or police academy degree (at officer level) equivalent to advanced university degree.

● Formal training in security risk management.

● Training and/or specialization in the military, police, or other security areas

Experience

Essential: ● A minimum of seven years of work experience relevant to the position (security management) with some of it obtained at the international level. Experience in training and guiding staff on security issues. Previous experience of working in an emergency, conflict/post-conflict/crisis environment.
Desirable: ● Some of the above-listed experience to have been obtained at an international level.

Skills

●WHO field security operations and in particular those conducted within the framework of an outbreak and health emergencies.

● Security and risk management methods, including within the UN security management system.

● Excellent oral and written communication, including for reports, presentation and technical reports.

● Strong interpersonal skills, including tact and ability to promote consensus.

● Skills to work under pressure

WHO Competencies

Enhanced WHO Global Competency Model: 
who-enhanced-competence.pdf

Teamwork
Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
Communication
Producing results
Moving forward in a changing environment
Creating an empowering and motivating environment

Use of Language Skills

Essential: Expert knowledge of English.
Desirable: Intermediate knowledge of Arabic.

 

REMUNERATION

WHO salaries for staff in the Professional category are calculated in US dollars. The remuneration for the above position comprises an annual base salary starting at USD 77,326 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable), a variable post adjustment, which reflects the cost of living in a particular duty station and currently amounts to USD 4324 per month for the duty station indicated above. Other benefits include 30 days of annual leave, allowances for dependent family members, home leave, and an education grant for dependent children.

 

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade level
• Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.
• A written test and/or an asynchronous video assessment may be used as a form of screening.
• In the event that your candidature is retained for an interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link: http://www.whed.net/. Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review.
• According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible.
• Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and Manual.
• Staff members in other duty stations are encouraged to apply.
• The WHO is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The WHO recruits and employs staff regardless of disability status, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, language, race, marital status, religious, cultural, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds, or any other personal characteristics.
• The WHO is committed to achieving gender parity and geographical diversity in its staff. Women, persons with disabilities, and nationals of unrepresented and underrepresented Member States (https://www.who.int/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion) are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Persons with disabilities can request reasonable accommodations to enable participation in the recruitment process. Requests for reasonable accommodation should be sent through an email to reasonableaccommodation@who.int
• An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter into practice.
• WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of final candidates.
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• The statutory retirement age for staff appointments is 65 years. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete the term of appointment will normally be considered.
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