World Food Program

Position: Security Assistant

Job Time: Full-Time

Job Type: Contract

Place of Work: Gondar, Ethiopia

Posted date: 47 minutes ago

Application Deadline: Sep, 13/2021 (7 days left)

WFP seeks candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our humanitarian principles.

Selection of staff is made on a competitive basis, and we are committed to promoting diversity and gender balance.

ABOUT WFP

The World Food Program (WFP) is the United Nations frontline agency in the fight against hunger, WFP is continually responding to emergencies. We save lives by getting food to the hungry fast. But WFP also works to help prevent hunger in the future. We do this through programs that use food as a means to build assets, spread knowledge and nurture stronger, more dynamic communities. This helps communities become more food secure. On average, WFP aims to bring food assistance to more than 80 million people in 80 countries.

WFP Ethiopia is working with the Government and humanitarian partners to strengthen the resilience of Ethiopia’s most vulnerable population and to chart a more prosperous and sustainable future for the next generation. The Country Office also supports programs that use food assistance to empower women; transform areas affected by climate change and keep children in school. It aims to contribute to Ethiopia’s five-year development agenda, the Growth and Transformation Plan (GTP), through which the Government combats food insecurity.

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

This job is found in Gondar. Job holder report to the Head of Security Unit/ Head of Sub Office or designate. 

At this level, the job holder is expected to take responsibility for the completion of a range of security-related processes and activities requiring some interpretation of standard guidelines and practices. The job holder is to recommend a course of action on a range of security issues, deal with staff at various levels, and may allocate tasks to other colleagues. This job may require to work different shifts and report for duty on short notice. 

JOB PURPOSE

To perform a range of specialized and process-oriented responsibilities related to security operations including monitoring and maintaining security equipment in line with established procedures. 

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

1. Assist in reviewing security threats and risks, compile accurate reports on trends and situations that could adversely impact WFP operations to ensure information is accurately collated to support reporting and decision-making.
2.  Review security-related information (e.g. security incidents and events, security support to daily activities, etc.) and use corporate or local information management tools to provide basic analyses and reports to ensure information is readily available for relevant stakeholders.
3.  Liaise and coordinate with local administration, security and law enforcement authorities, communities, UN/NGO security staff, and other actors to facilitate access for safe program delivery and to mitigate potential risks against staff and other resources.
4.  Assist in planning, coordinating, preparing, and conducting field missions including tracking of staff, and perform regular security assessments in the area of responsibility to support safe and effective program delivery.
5.  Prepared hot and weekly security assessment reports after field missions with risk mitigation recommendations to support security situation analysis and facilitate decision-making.
6. Assist in the formulation of advice to the Country Director on security risk management matters and safety issues in compliance with the United Nations Security Management System (UNSMS).
7. Assist in the implementation of all security risk management mitigating measures, including Minimum Operational Security Standards (MOSS) to ensure compliance. 
8. Assist in management and maintenance of security equipment and identify new requirements to strengthen technical capacity in line with business requirements.
9. Assist in monitoring that all access control procedures are effective and stringently followed by all staff and visitors to ensure accountability and maintenance of a safe and secure environment.
10. Contribute to the development and update of emergency and contingency planning documentation including physical preparations and procedures to support preparedness for a crisis.
11. Assist in the identification of security training needs to support training planning and implementation to address staff development needs.
12. Supervise and provide on-the-job training to other staff supporting their development and high performance.
13. Perform other tasks as required. 

DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE

• Has applied knowledge of security operations technical processes which must be adhered to in day to day work
• Has supported security operations efforts as directed
• Prior experience with the UN system or international NGOs
• Has supported in providing ad-hoc technical guidance to staff members

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Minimum requirement is the completion of secondary school education. A first-level University Degree is desirable.

Experience: Four years of progressive experience is required and among which 2 years in the functional area or related field.

Language: Fluency in both oral and written communication in English.

DESIRED SKILLS:

• Compliance
• Investigation
• Accountability
• Record Maintenance
• Organizing and Coordinating Skills

Knowledge & Skills:

• Proficient in the use of office equipment and computer software packages, such as Microsoft Word
• Knowledge of work routines and methods to complete processes under minimal supervision
• Uses tact and courtesy to give and receive information to a wide range of individuals
• Ability to offer guidance or basic on-the-job training to more junior staff

How to Apply

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NB: Female applicants and qualified applicants from developing countries are especially encouraged to apply.