Mission and objectivesUNICEF is responsible for providing humanitarian and developmental aid to children worldwide. UNICEF Health program is designed to support national health priorities with focus on programs that will positively impact on the lives of the most disadvantaged children, such as the prevention and treatment of diseases through establishing community-level efforts and services to promote the health and well-being of children. In line with this strategy, UNICEF supports immunization and health prevention programs for childhood diseases and funding for sustainable health services. UNICEF programs have been guided by the Convention on the Rights of the Child (1989), which affirms the right of all children to โthe enjoyment of the highest attainable standard of health and to facilities for the treatment of illness and rehabilitation of health.โ UNICEF is committed to realizing the rights of all children to help them build a strong foundation and have the best chance of fulfilling their potential. We believe that ensuring a happy and healthy child begins before birth: from ensuring his/her mother has access to good neonatal care and delivering in a clean, safe environment to reaching adulthood as a responsible, healthy and informed parent to the next generation. This journey relies on a child having access to shelter, good nutrition, clean water and sanitation, healthcare and education.
ContextUNICEF promotes the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the organization does โ in programmes, advocacy, and operations. The equity strategy, which focuses on the most disadvantaged and excluded children and families, translates this commitment to childrenโs rights into action. In Nigeria, UNICEF works across all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory to support government and partners in addressing multiple deprivations affecting children โ including access to health, education, protection, and safe environments. The Nigeria Country Office operates in a complex environment marked by diverse humanitarian, security, and socio-economic challenges that impact programme delivery and staff safety nationwide. The UNICEF Security Section provides technical guidance, coordination, and analysis to strengthen safety and security of UNICEF footprint, and operational support across all locations. The section ensures compliance with the UN Security Management System and supports offices in maintaining safe and effective operations. Under the direct supervision of the Security Officer, the UN Volunteer will serve as Security Associate, supporting the section with data management, information analysis, planning, reporting, mapping and coordination of training and activities. This role will help enhance data-driven decision-making, improve security information flow, and strengthen security coordination across UNICEF offices nationwide.
Task DescriptionUnder the direct supervision of the Security Officer and in close coordination with Operations, People & Culture, Security Team, including the Security Focal Points across the office the UN Volunteer Security Associate will be responsible for: Data and Analysis โข Collect, validate, and organize data from multiple sources (incident reports, media updates, field missions, etc.) โข Assist the draft of security reports, input data, maps, locations details etc. โข Maintain an updated database of security incidents, staff movements, and programme access data. โข Produce regular analytical dashboards, charts, and summary reports for management. โข Support the preparation of security briefings, presentations, stats and infographics. Coordination and Knowledge Management โข Assist the coordination of security related missions, training and operations with FOs, including logistics, correspondence and follow up actions. โข Maintain a centralized knowledge repository (shared drive, Teams, etc.) for security documentation and updates. โข Track action points and follow up with relevant sections on implementation. โข Support the organization of meetings, training, and workshops (logistics, documentation, scheduling, etc.) Administrative and Operational Support โข Provide administrative support for procurement, travel, missions and other operational needs of the Security Section. โข Support onboarding of new security focal points or consultants. โข Ensure smooth flow of communication and timely information sharing within the section. Communication and Engagement โข Draft and edit correspondence, training materials, and internal updates from the Security Section. โข Contribute to fostering a positive, collaborative team culture.
Competencies and valuesBuilds and maintains partnerships Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness Drive to achieve results for impact Innovates and embraces change Manages ambiguity and complexity Thinks and acts strategically Works collaboratively with others
Living conditions and remarksAs this is a national UN Volunteer assignment, the UN Volunteer will be responsible for arranging his/her own housing and other living essentials.