Description
IOM is seeking a Senior Field Security Associate to provide specialized support to all security-related aspects of field operations in Papua New Guinea.
The successful candidate will 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.
Key responsibilities include:
- Establishing and maintaining an appropriate level of security awareness in Papua New Guinea
- Collecting, updating, and communicating information regarding the security situation in Papua New Guinea
- Developing and implementing IOM Country Office-specific security plans, including contingency and emergency response plans
- Conducting security assessments and providing advice on Residential Security Measures (RSM)
- Supporting the effective management of the Country Office Warden system
- Monitoring security incidents affecting IOM personnel, premises, assets, and operational activities
- Providing security briefings for IOM personnel deployed to and traveling within Papua New Guinea
- Coordinating all travel security requirements for the Country Office
- Maintaining an orderly filing system for confidential correspondence, security files/documents
- Implementing IOM Papua New Guinea security measures and verifying access control procedures
- Providing assistance in the conduct and follow-up of investigations and incidents affecting IOM personnel, premises, and assets
- Responding to staff queries on security issues and providing security-related advice
- Monitoring the physical security of IOM Papua New Guinea premises and reporting on deficiencies
- Maintaining liaison with commercial companies used for UN security offices and residences
The Senior Field Security Associate will work under the direct supervision of the Chief of Mission (COM) and technical supervision of the Office of Staff Security (OSS).
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Security, Social Sciences, International Studies, Communications, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience; or,
- High School diploma from an accredited academic institution with seven years of relevant professional experience
- Relevant professional experience in the humanitarian, public, private, or corporate sector is desirable
- Experience in security programs, risk assessments, or analysis is desirable
- UNDSS certification to any of the following: Security Certification Programme (SCP), Security Analysis Practice and Process (SAPP), Field Security Associate is desirable
- Fluency in Tok Pisin and English is required
- 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
- Excellent oral and written skills