Senior Field Security Associate

Organizational Context and Scope:

The Office of Staff Security (OSS) is responsible for providing leadership on security policy management and Mission operational support to enable effective implementation and delivery of IOM programmes and activities, while managing security risks at acceptable levels.

Under the direct supervision of the Field Security Officer (FSO) in Islamabad and technical supervision of the Office of Staff Security (OSS) as represented by the Regional Security Officer (RSO) based in the Regional Office and the administrative supervision of the Chief of Mission ( COM), the Senior Field Security Associate will be responsible for providing specialized support to all security related aspects of field operations and assist the Field Security Officer with all aspects of security risk management.

The Senior Field Security Associate will support the direct supervisor in establishing and maintaining an appropriate an appropriate level of security awareness in Islamabad

Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with country United Nations Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS) office, host government agencies, and local authorities responsible for security, in order to obtain up-to-date security-related information that is beneficial to the Country.
• Assist the Field Security Officer/Chief of Mission or Head of Office in collecting, updating and communicating information regarding the security situation in Country. Carry out the adequate gathering and verification of security information that may be required for a proper analysis of the situation.
• Undertake an active role in the development and implementation of IOM Country Office-specific security plans including contingency and emergency response plans, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), including providing security-related inputs into the Business Continuity Plan (BCP).
• Undertake an active role in the conduct of the Security Risk Management (SRM) and the monitoring of the security measures implementation as recommended in the Security Risk Management (SRM) process for the area of operation, in close coordination , in close coordination with [Field Security Officer/Chief of Mission or Head of Office and the United Nations Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS).
• Conduct security assessments and provide advice on Residential Security Measures (RSM) to IOM personnel, as well as on latest trends and threats to staff safety and security.
• Support the effective management of the Country Office Warden system, by maintaining updated staff lists, including call sign lists, and ensuring 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.
• Monitor security incidents affecting IOM personnel, premises, assets, and operational activities in Country. This includes preparing security reports such as Security Incident Reports and Weekly Reports.
• In coordination with the , in close coordination with Field Security Officer/Chief of Mission or Head of Office provide security briefings for IOM personnel deployed to and travelling within Country/area of operation and coordinate all travel security requirements for the Country Office relating to all IOM operations, including assessments of road, air and river transport networks, medical evacuations and international staff travel within and from/to Country.
• Maintain an orderly filing system for confidential correspondence, security files/documents. This includes maintaining a database on contact details of country UNDSS office and host country security authorities.
• In coordination with the [Field Security Officer/Chief of Mission or Head of Office implement IOM Country security measures, verify that access control procedures are effective, and propose any necessary improvements.
• Provide assistance in the conduct and follow up of investigations and incidents affecting IOM personnel, premises and assets.
• Respond to staff queries on security issues and provide security-related advise as required.
• Monitor the physical security of IOM Country premises and report on deficiencies. Supervise the guard force in accordance with relevant UNSMS policies.
• Maintains liaison with commercial companies used for UN security offices and residences to facilitate the effective and efficient use of the guard force.
• Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education :

• University degree in Security, Social Sciences, International Studies, Communications or a related field from an accredited academic institution, with five years of relevant professional experience;
• Completed High School degree from an accredited academic institution, with seven years of relevant professional experience.

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, investigations or physical security is desirable, and;
• UNDSS certification to any of the following: Security Certification Programme (SCP), Security Analysis Practice and Process (SAPP), Field Security Associate is desirable.

Skills :

• Ability to collaborate with senior government security counterparts and relevant stakeholders is an advantage;
• Ability to work effectively with colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds, and;
• Excellent oral and written skills. Listens actively responds effectively.

Languages:

Required :

• Fluency in English is required (oral and written)\

Desirable:

• Working knowledge of any local languages is an advantage

Only short-listed candidates who is matching required criteria for the position will be contacted by IOM.

IOM provides equal opportunity to all qualified female and male including the physically challenged candidates.

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

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