Senior Field Security Associate

Context

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 supervision1 of the Chief of Mission in IOM Guinea and technical supervision2 of the Office of Staff Security (OSS) as represented by the Regional Security Officer (RSO) based in the Regional Office in Dakar-Senegal, and the administrative supervision3 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 Guinea.
 

1.    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 Guinea.
2.    Assist the Chief of Mission in coordination with the Regional Security Officer in collecting, updating and communicating information regarding the security situation in Guinea. Carry out the adequate gathering and verification of security information that may be required for a proper analysis of the situation.
3.    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).
4.    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 with the Regional Security Officer and the United Nations Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS).

5.    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.

6.    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.

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

8.    In coordination with the Regional Security Officer and Chief of Mission, provide security briefings for IOM personnel deployed to and travelling within Guinea 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 Guinea.

9.    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.

10.    In coordination with the Regional Security Officer and Chief of Mission, implement IOM Guinea security measures, verify that access control procedures are effective, and propose any necessary improvements.

11.    Provide assistance in the conduct and follow up of investigations and incidents affecting IOM personnel, premises and assets.

12.    Respond to staff queries on security issues and provide security-related advise as required.

13.    Monitor the physical security of IOM Guinea premises and report on deficiencies. Supervise the guard force in accordance with relevant UNSMS policies.

14.    Maintains liaison with commercial companies used for UN security offices and residences to facilitate the effective and efficient use of the guard force.

15.    Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

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.

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, 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

• For all applicants, fluency in French, and English is required (oral and written) and National language is an advantage).IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish.Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments. Required Competencies
  The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and 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 three values:
• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.