Recrutement de 01 Security Operations Support Officer NOA

Recrutement de 01 Security Operations Support Officer NOA
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
This position is only open to Mozambican Nationals

Type of contract: Fixed Term NOA

Duration: 12 months with a possibility of renewal

Duty Station: Maputo

ABOUT WFP
The United Nations World Food Programme is the world's largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide. The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes. Every day, WFP works worldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly women and children, can access the nutritious food they need.

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT
These jobs are found in Regional Bureaux (RBs) or Country Offices (COs). They are involved in security operational support activities and analytical work of limited complexity.

Job holders at this level demonstrate responsibility and initiative to respond independently to queries with only general guidance. There is a requirement to use judgment in dealing with unforeseen problems on a daily basis. Job holders manage resources and coach and coordinate a team of security support staff. These jobs may require reporting for duty on short notice. The National Security Operations Support Officer reports to the Senior Security Officer in Maputo and the Head of Security.

JOB PURPOSE
The Officer provides professional, technical, operational and administrative assistance to the supervisor to manage a range of activities on security planning, management and risk assessments to ensure the safety and security of WFP personnel, eligible dependants and assets.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Advanced University degree in international relations, social sciences, security and/or Military/Police Academy at the officer level or First degree (bachelors) with additional years of related work experience.

Experience: A minimum 1 year or more of postgraduate progressively responsible professional experience in the related field or 7 years of experience in Security.

Language: Fluency in oral and written English and Portuguese.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)
Review security threats and risks in detail and compile accurate reports on trends and situations that could adversely impact WFP operations, in order to ensure information is accurately collated and sent to senior security staff to support reporting and decision making.
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 produce a range of analyses and in- depth reports, to ensure that information is readily available for relevant stakeholders.
Liaise and co-ordinate with local administration, security and law enforcement authorities, communities, UN/NGO security staff and other actors, to facilitate access for safe programme delivery and to mitigate potential risks against WFP staff and assets.
Plan and co-ordinate staff activities during field missions and perform security assessments within the area of responsibility to support safe and effective programme delivery.
Analyse security assessment reports following field missions and present detailed recommendations for risk mitigation to support security situation analysis and facilitate decision-making.
Assist in advising the FSO on security risk management matters and safety issues in compliance with the United Nations Security Management System (UNSMS).
Support the implementation of risk management mitigation measures, to ensure UN and WFP security polices compliance.
Support the maintenance and management of security equipment and make recommendations to strengthen technology capacity in line with business requirements.
Monitor and ensure that all access control procedures are effective and stringently followed by all staff and visitors, in order to maintain a safe and secure environment.
Maintain and develop recommendations for improving emergency and contingency planning documentation including physical preparations and procedures.
Deliver security training to staff and review security training needs in order to develop measures to meet programme delivery requirements.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED FOR THE ROLE
Specialized knowledge of the application of practical methods, techniques, procedures and systems used in security, typically gained through technical training and work experience.
Broad knowledge and understanding of security logistics, security administration, risk assessment and co-ordination with local authorities and local law enforcement agencies.
Training and experience in fire and related intervention/evacuation procedures.
Ability to manage emergency situations and remain calm.
Attention to detail and constant vigilance to promptly detect any breach in security measures.
Ability to interpret information, use judgement and inform supervisors of any incidents which might impact the UNWFP staff and operations.
Excellent communication skills to maintain frequent correspondence with both, internal staff and external authorities with regards to security advisories and security incidents.
Willingness to attend security trainings and comply with UNSMS standards.
LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK - OUR BEHAVIOUR MATTERS
Leads by Example with Integrity
Lives WFP values and shows humanity and integrity by role modelling care for others

Drives Results and Delivers on Commitments
Delivers on commitments and adapts readily to change

Fosters Inclusive and Collaborative Teamwork
Is inclusive and collaborative, and contributes to a culture of learning and personal growth

Applies Strategic Thinking
Demonstrates commitment to gather perspectives, analyse options and risks, and propose new ways of doing things

Builds and Maintains Sustainable Partnerships
Builds and nurtures external partnerships & collaborates with partners to deliver common objectives

FUNCTIONAL CAPABILITIES
Capability Name Description of the behaviour expected for the proficiency level
Strategic approach to security risk management Demonstrates understanding of strategic approaches to security to identify potential threats. Contributes to the creation and implementation of WFPs mitigation measures.
Operational knowledge of security risk management Exhibits good understanding of day to day security operations. Works within own remit to proactively contribute to solutions to single or multiple elements of organisational security challenges.
Security resource management Demonstrates ability to track and compile reports on HQ and Field staffing and financial resource usage on a project-level basis.
Analysis and solution development Demonstrates understanding of key UN inter-governmental body partner agencies. Understands implications of security information and reports and supports in the identification of mitigating actions against threats and vulnerabilities to WFP’s operations.
Planning compliance and emergency management Supports in planning and prioritisation practices in-line with established security policies and procedures.


DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS
28th October 2022