Senior Field Security Associate

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants. 

IOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move.

IOM invites candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process when required. Learn more about IOM’s workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration

Applications are welcome from internal and external candidates. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process. For the purpose of this vacancy, internal and internal-equivalent candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.

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 and administrative supervision of the Chief of Mission for South Africa, Pretoria, and technical supervision[1] of the Office of Staff Security (OSS) as represented by the Regional Security Officer (RSO) based in the Regional Office in Nairobi, the  Senior Field Security Associate will be responsible for providing specialized support to enable IOM’s activities and assist the Regional Security Officer with all aspects of security risk management, and establishing and maintaining an appropriate an appropriate level of security awareness in IOM South Africa.

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 the South Africa.

    

2. Assist the COM in collecting, updating and communicating information regarding the security situation in South Africa. Carry out the adequate gathering and verification of security information that may be required for a proper analysis of the situation. 

1. Support the COM 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). 

1. Assist the COM with 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 United Nations Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS). 

1. Provide support in conducting security evaluations and provide advice on Residential Security Measures (RSM) to IOM personnel, as well as on latest trends and threats to staff safety and security. 

1. 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. 

1. Assist in reporting security incidents affecting IOM personnel, premises, assets, and operational activities in South Africa. This includes providing support in the preparation of security reports such as Security Incident Reports and Weekly Reports. 

1. Provides support in organizing and conducting training courses on security awareness and preparedness and providing security orientation to newly assigned IOM personnel in the duty station. Conducts security briefings, as required. 

1. 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. 

1. In coordination with the COM implement IOM South Africa security measures, verify that access control procedures are effective, and propose any necessary improvements.

    

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

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

1. Perform such other duties as may be assigned. 

• University degree in Security, Social Sciences, International Studies, Communications or a related field from an accredited academic institution, with four years of relevant professional experience;

• Completed High School degree from an accredited academic institution, with six years of relevant professional experience. 

   

Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

• 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; 

• Experience in the use of radio communications is desirable, and;

• Successful completion of the UNDSS Field Security Associate (FSA) course is desirable.

   

• 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 and responds effectively.

All IOM staff members in all categories are required to be fluent in one of the IOM's official languages (English, French, Spanish).

For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written).

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

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

This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.

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

IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.

IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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