Field Security Assistant Full-Time

Open to Internal and External Candidate

Reference No.: SVN/MZ10/2023/023

Position Title: Field Security Assistant (2 positions)

Duty Station: Pemba and Nampula, Mozambique

Job Family: Staff Security Unit

Classification: General Service, G-6

Type of Appointment: Special Short Term Graded Contract, 06 (six) months with a possibility of extension.

Report to: Field Security Officer

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date: 22 March 2023

Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Network and collaborate with other international organizations and agencies as well as governmental institutions working in the security management field, to ensure that appropriate lines of communication are established and well maintained relating to all aspects of staff security and safety.
• Maintain a close working relationship with United Nations Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS) personnel in mission based on a working knowledge of the present IOM/UNDSS Memorandum of Understanding, related to the various security agreements and procedures. Further, familiarize him/herself with the UNDSS Security Policy Manual.
• Conduct the required security assessments/evaluations, threat analysis, and risk assessments and offer appropriate recommendations for prevention and/or mitigation.
• Prepare and execute security briefings, safety related training sessions for national and international IOM personnel.
• Provide IOM security representation in Pemba and Nampula at all security related meetings including security cell meetings, ASMT, telecommunications working group meetings and other security related meetings.
• Assist in the maintenance of the Mission’s internal Warden System and Emergency Communications Systems (ECS).
• Ensure that HF/VHF radios and other emergency communications equipment/systems (e.g., mass SMS, Skype) are well maintained, programmed, and tracked and help ensure that staff members are familiar with equipment via the necessary introduction and training on usage.
• Responsible for preparation of maps/charts on operational/tracking/personnel matters (routes/convoy support/phone list, etc.) and assist the HOSO/PMs in reviewing the security situation daily through monitoring of local media and other sources.
• Ensure all relevant security information received by sources (such as OSS security related advisories, UNDSS advisories) is disseminated in a timely manner to the appropriate personnel.
• Coordinate with the HOSO/PMs the planning, organizing, and supervising all security and safety matters related to IOM’s operations, particularly with respect to guard force management and the implementation of the Security Plan, Contingency Plans, Business Continuity Plan, daily/weekly staff headcounts etc.
• Perform other such duties as assigned by the HOSO/PMs related to mission security management.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor Diploma in social science, public administration with three years of relevant professional training and experience in relevant Military, Police or General Security training, with four years of relevant professional experiences or.
• Completed High School from an accredited academic institution, with six years of relevant professional experiences as above.

Experience

• Experience with General Security in Mozambique is a distinctive advantage.
• Experience in conducting security assessments and providing security briefings is a distinctive advantage.
• Has experience in working in security management, law enforcement or military disciplines is a pre-requisite, preferably with international experience.
• Excellent communications skills, both oral and written; good drafting skills.
• Excellent inter-personal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality, discretion and tact and the proper physical security of sensitive documents/ information.
• Demonstrated gender awareness and gender sensitivity.
• Proven track record to work independently, good planning and organizational skills.
• Attention to details, personal commitment, discretion, efficiency, initiative, flexibility, and respect for diversity.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks under time constraints.
• Ability to work effectively and harmoniously within a team and with colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds; Willingness to travel to remote locations.
• High level of computer literacy, including proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), internet, email, and databases.

Languages

• Fluency in English and Portuguese is required. Knowledge of local languages is advantageous.

Other

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

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications in ENGLISH, with:

• Cover letter clearly specify suitability and availability date.
• Detailed curriculum vitae, including skype user ID, phone number, historical salary and minimum three referees (preferably former direct supervisors).

Please submit your application by email, indicating your name and the reference code above [Name, SVN/MZ10/2023/023 – Field Security Assistant] as subject.