JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Summary

IOM, UN Migration Agency in Bentiu, South Sudan is looking for a Field Security Officer who will be responsible and accountable for supporting the FSO to effectively implement all appropriate security management procedures, related to the safety and security of IOM staff and the protection of IOM assets in the CO.

Key Responsibilities

1. In close coordination with the FSO, establish and maintain effective working relationships with country UN Security Management System (UNSMS) organizations, country United Nations Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS) office, host government agencies, and partner security services responsible for security, in order to maintain up-to-date security-related information that is beneficial to South Sudan activities.

2. In coordination with the Regional Security Support Officer, contribute to the effective monitoring and analyzing of the security situation in the South Sudan, and communicate significant events/incidents in a timely manner. Carry out the adequate gathering and verification of security information that may be required for a proper analysis of the situation.

3. Provide support in the development and implementation of IOM Country Office-specific security plans including contingency and emergency response plans, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), including providing security-related inputs into the Business Continuity Plan (BCP) in coordination with the Regional Security Support Officer.

4. Provide support in the conduct of the Security Risk Management (SRM) and the monitoring of the security measures implementation as recommended in the SRM process for the area of operation, in close coordination with OSS through the Regional Security Officer.

5. Acquire a comprehensive operational understanding of IOM programmes in the Country Office and contribute to drafting Security Risk Assessments in areas where IOM works or is planning to deploy its teams.

6. Conduct physical surveys of offices, vehicles, and staff residences to verify compliance with the UN Security Risk Management Measures (SRMM) and Residential Security Measures (RSM). Work closely with the Regional Security Officer to ensure IOM-specific operational requirements are considered for implementation of security measures and that a people-centred approach is mainstreamed in security risk management.

7. Support the effective management of the Country Office Warden system, by maintaining updated staff lists, including call sign lists, and testing the overall operability of communications systems, particularly SCAAN. Assist in ensuring that all relevant safety and security information is disseminated in a timely manner to IOM personnel.

8. Monitor security incidents affecting IOM personnel, premises, assets, and operational activities in the South Sudan. This includes preparing security reports such as Security Incident Reports and Weekly Reports.

9. Provide security briefings for IOM personnel deployed to and traveling within the country or area of operation and coordinate all travel security requirements for the South Sudan relating to all IOM operations, including assessments of road, air, and river transport networks, medical evacuations and international staff travel within and from/to the country.

10. Supervise Field Security Associate/s to ensure that the appropriate level of security is being delivered and provided to IOM personnel.

11. Implement the security access control procedures, systems, and equipment; conduct periodic security assessments for premises and installations to ensure provisions for an effective guard force, and propose any necessary improvements; manage the day-to-day operational and technical support of the guard force.

12. Provide security policy technical guidance, and monitor compliance to security standards and procedures.

13. Attend the security cell and participate in the SMT (as an observer) and provide technical inputs to the IOM Chief of Mission on matters related to security that may have a potential or indirect impact to IOM operations.

14. Provide support in the conduct and follow-up of investigations and incidents affecting IOM personnel, premises, and assets in the duty station.

15. Respond to security queries and provide security-related technical guidance as required.

16. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Master’s degree in Security, Social Sciences, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Law, International Relations or a related field from an accredited academic institution; or,
• University degree in the above fields with two years of relevant professional experience.

Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

Experience

• Relevant professional experience in the humanitarian, public, private or corporate sector is desirable;
• Experience in such areas as security programmes, risk assessments, or analysis is desirable;
• Experience in operational security risk management, investigation, and physical security is desirable;
• Previous experience in UN Missions, International Peacekeeping or Emergency Missions is an advantage; and,
• UNDSS certification to any of the following: Security Certification Programme (SCP), Security Analysis Practice and Process (SAPP), Trainer and Development and Certification Course (TDC), and Safe and Secure Approaches in Field Environments (SSAFE) is desirable.

Skills

• Ability to collaborate with senior government security counterparts and relevant stakeholders is an advantage;
• Demonstrated ability to manage a high degree of rational behavior and decision-making at all times;
• Good political and social knowledge of the Country;
• Ability to work effectively with colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds; and,
• Good oral and written skills. Ability to listen actively and respond effectively.

Languages

IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish. All staff members are required to be fluent in one of the three languages.

For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written).

Working knowledge of Arabic is an advantage.

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Required Competencies

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

Values – all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
• Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
• Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators Level 2

• Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Managerial Competencies – behavioural indicators Level 2

• Leadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the Organization’s vision. Assists others to realize and develop their leadership and professional potential.
• Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
• Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.
• Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
• Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.

Notes

Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.

The list of NMS countries above includes all IOM Member States which are non-represented in the Professional Category of staff members. For this staff category, candidates who are nationals of the duty station”s country cannot be considered eligible.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.

Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.

IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.

IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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