OIM GUINEE RECRUTE : SENIOR FIELD SECURITY ASSOCIATE H / F

Reference Number : VN 2024-016

Position Title : Senior Field Security Associate

Duty Station : Conakry, Guinea

Classification : G7-1

Type of Appointment : One Year Fixed Term (OYFT) Graded, with possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible

Closing Date : 05 December 2024

Established in 1951, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) is the United Nations' premier migration agency and a leading intergovernmental organization in the field of migration. It collaborates closely with governmental, intergovernmental, and non-governmental partners, with a dedicated mission to foster humane and well-organized migration for the collective benefit. This is achieved through offering services and counsel to both governments and migrants.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

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 supervision1 of the Chief of Mission in IOM Guinea and technical supervision2 of the Office of Staff Security (OSS) as represented by the Regional Security Officer (RSO) based in the Regional Office in Dakar-Senegal, and the administrative supervision3 of the Chief of Mission (COM), the Senior Field Security Associate will be responsible for providing specialized support to all security related aspects of field operations and assist the Field Security Officer with all aspects of security risk management.

The Senior Field Security Associate will support the direct supervisor in establishing and maintaining an appropriate an appropriate level of security awareness in Guinea.

Responsibilities And Accountabilities:

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 Guinea.

2. Assist the Chief of Mission in coordination with the Regional Security Officer in collecting, updating and communicating information regarding the security situation in Guinea. Carry out the adequate gathering and verification of security information that may be required for a proper analysis of the situation.

3. Undertake an active role 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).

4. Undertake an active role in 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 Regional Security Officer and the United Nations Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS).

5. Conduct security assessments and provide advice on Residential Security Measures (RSM) to IOM personnel, as well as on latest trends and threats to staff safety and security.

6. 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.

7. Monitor security incidents affecting IOM personnel, premises, assets, and operational activities in Guinea. This includes preparing security reports such as Security Incident Reports and Weekly Reports.

8. In coordination with the Regional Security Officer and Chief of Mission, provide security briefings for IOM personnel deployed to and travelling within Guinea and coordinate all travel security requirements for the Country Office relating to all IOM operations, including assessments of road, air and river transport networks, medical evacuations and international staff travel within and from to Guinea.

9. 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.

10. In coordination with the Regional Security Officer and Chief of Mission, implement IOM Guinea security measures, verify that access control procedures are effective, and propose any necessary improvements.

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

12. Respond to staff queries on security issues and provide security-related advise as required.

13. Monitor the physical security of IOM Guinea premises and report on deficiencies. Supervise the guard force in accordance with relevant UNSMS policies.

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

15. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

EDUCATION

• University degree in Security, Social Sciences, International Studies, Communications or a related field from an accredited academic institution, with five years of relevant professional experience;
• Completed High School degree from an accredited academic institution, with seven years of relevant professional experience.

EXPERIENCES

• 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, and;
• UNDSS certification to any of the following: Security Certification Programme (SCP), Security Analysis Practice and Process (SAPP), Field Security Associate is desirable.

SKILLS

• 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 responds effectively.

LANGUAGES

• For all applicants, fluency in French, and English is required (oral and written) and National language is an advantage).

NOTES

Accredited Universities are the ones listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database (https://whed.net/home.php).

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES:

• The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:

Values - All IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
• Integrity and transparency: Maintain high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
• Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators level 2

Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.

Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.

Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.

Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.

Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link: https://www.iom.int/sites/default/files/about-iom/iom_revised_competency_framework_external.pdf

Competencies will be assessed during a competency-based interview.

Other:

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation. Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment and verification of residency, visa and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable. Only candidates residing in the country of the duty station will be considered. Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Conakry, Guinea on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications directly to HRrecruitmentunit@iom.int by 05 December 2024 at the latest, specifying the vacancy reference number VN 2024-016 and Position Title in the subject line.

In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM will only accept applications which should include :

Motivation letter

Curriculum Vitae

References up to three references from the current and/or previous direct supervisors

a. Name and contacts

b. Position

c. Company

d. Relationship (Current or Previous direct Supervisor)

e. E-mail address

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Posting period: From 21. November.2024 to 05. December.2024

No Fees:

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.