Security Officer

Peace and Security Cluster

UNMAS

United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS) is a division of the Office of Rule of Law and Security Institutions (OROLSI) in the Department of Peacekeeping Operations (DPKO). UNMAS is mandated by the United Nations General Assembly (RES/68/72) to ensure an effective, proactive and coordinated response to the problem posed by a wide range of explosive hazards. Legislative mandates also recognize UNMAS technical expertise in responding to threats posed by unsecured and unsafe conventional weapons and ammunition stockpiles. As an office within DPKO, UNMAS supports peacekeeping and special political missions in accordance with Security Council mandates. 

UNMAS as a component of the United Nations Support Office in Somalia (UNSOS) provides explosive hazard management capacities, including mitigation, to AMISOM as part of a logistical support package. Non-lethal tactical advice and analysis are delivered by UNMAS technical advisors located in each AMISOM Sector Headquarters and at AMISOM Force Headquarters, who support AMISOM planning and operations. UNMAS support includes both enabling (“operate in spite of IEDs”) and response (“defeat the device”). As a component of the UN Mission in Somalia (UNSOM) UNMAS also supports the Federal Government of Somalia, including the Somali Police Force, Somali Explosive Management Authority and National Security Advisor.

● Support all missions (Low and High-Profile Road and Air missions) within Mogadishu and Somalia to support UNOPS/UNMAS programme activities.

● Liaises and coordinates with the local security escort and actively liaises with other UN agency security staff, host country police and military and local clan and community leaders regarding UNOPS/UNMAS missions and the safety and security of UNOPS/UNMAS personnel.

● Liaise with the local government security organizations to gather and assess information on security and safety matters that might affect UNOPS personnel and programmes located in various areas in the country and provide analysis of security related information obtained.

● Maintain close relations with UNDSS and assist UNDSS in performing their overall coordination role providing information and support on issues related to UNOPS.

● Provide support to the FSA/SSO in managing the flow of communication between the Security Office, sections and UNDSS.

● Act as the warden and security focal point for the UNOPS/UNMAS National staff.

● Review security arrangements for all operations, maintaining relevant instructions, such as security and evacuation plans for ready access by all parties;

●Support the FSA/SSO to ensure the smooth and efficient evacuation of UNOPS personnel members and designated personnel managing the implementation of UNDSS and UNOPS evacuation and extrication policies, and assuming leadership in the case of declaration of evacuation.

●Maintain regular contact with Local Security Focal Points of UN agencies.

● Conduct a daily security check and headcount for the National staff.

● Conduct a weekly Radio check for the international staff and report to UNDSS.

●Continuously send security notifications and advisories to all National staff.

●Collecting, updating, and communicating information regarding the security situation in the country to the FSA/SSO.

● Manage and perform daily monitoring, taking necessary action when required, and generate reports including but not limited to the update of UNMAS Phone Tree Live sheet.

●Supports actions during the implementation of the Security Plan.

●Support the  FSA/SSO in monitoring compliance with Security Standards established for the duty station.

●Report security incidents affecting UNOPS/UNMAS staff, offices, and assets to the FSA/SSO.

● Collect information about security threats to UNOPS/UNMAS staff and assets, and provide data to FSA/SSO.

● Provide security advice to staff in an emergency and ensure the appropriate security measures are followed.

● Maintain and update the daily UNOPS/UNMAS staff and bunker lists.

●  Provides general administrative support  to the FSA/SSO.

● Coordinate with the transport team for resources for road missions.

● Monitor convoy movements and report to the supervisor.

● Support in coordinating security operations for specific events and visits.

● Maintenance of security equipment, including secure communications equipment, and ensure the proper functioning of security equipment.

● Prepare security situation reports, and maintain quality control and assurance of security files, presentations, and reports.

● Support the FSA/SSO with programme delivery in terms of Safety and Security.

● Support the FSA/SSO in establishing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all security-related duties for UNOPS/UNMAS premises and assets in Mogadishu and the region.

● Implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) while travelling, including reporting procedures to the radio room and counteractions during carjacking, ambush, public riots & demonstrations.

● Assist the FSA/SSO in reporting on and auditing field security procedures in Mogadishu and the region, including security risk assessments, security clearance requests and implementation of risk mitigation measures.

● Provides support in organizing and conducting training courses on security awareness and preparedness and providing security orientation to newly assigned staff members.

● Arranges appointments, receives  visitors and new staff.

● Plan and coordinate security operations for specific events and visits.

● Conduct security briefings for incoming UNOPS/UNMAS staff as appropriate.

● Maintains a database of contact details concerning host country security authorities.

● Perform any other relevant task or duty as instructed by the Mogadishu FSA/SSO or the Head of Project Unit (HPU). 

Education:

• A first level University degree (bachelor’s degree or equivalent) with two years of relevant experience, OR
• High School (Secondary or equivalent) with six years of relevant experience is required.

• Relevant experience is defined as experience in Security, Law Enforcement, Police, Close Protection or Military at the international level, national level or in a complex emergency setting.
• Computer Literacy is required.
• Within relevant experience, a minimum of 3 years of experience in security or operations services is required in national or international, public, or corporate organizations, including in the following areas; incident reporting, security administration support, security communication and telecommunication, warden system.  
• Experince in report writing is required.

• Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes.

• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

• Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process, which involves various assessments.

• UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity. Our workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures,  languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. UNOPS seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce. 

• Qualified women and candidates from groups which are underrepresented in the UNOPS workforce are encouraged to apply. These include in particular candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups, members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.

• We would like to ensure all candidates perform at their best during the assessment process.  If you are shortlisted and require additional assistance to complete any assessment, including reasonable accommodation, please inform our human resources team when you receive an invitation.

Terms and Conditions 

• For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post. 

• For retainer contracts, you must complete a few Mandatory Courses (they take around 4 hours to complete) in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS. For more information on a retainer contract here.

• All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies and Instructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UN core values and the UN Common Agenda.

• It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential personnel. Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.