Security Officer P3, Yemen & Somalia (2 Positions)

Employer: World Food Programme
Closing date: 16 Jul 2013

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The World Food Programme (WFP) is the world's largest humanitarian agency, fighting hunger worldwide. We are currently seeking to fill two positions of Security Officer P3, which will be based in our Country Office in Sana'a, Yemen and our Sub Office in Gaalkacyo, Somalia.

The Security Officer will report to the Country Director (or designate) with the functional supervision of the Director, Field Security Division and be responsible for the following key duties:
Keep abreast of WFP operations worldwide and make recommendations on security, safety and evacuation plans for staff;
Advise and recommend on all security matters;
Coordinate with other UN security organizations (DPKO, Department of Safety and Security, UN) and military/government counterparts, as required;
Assist in planning, coordinating and executing evacuations and relocations involving WFP, UN and NGO staff;
Train WFP Staff to increase security awareness;
Coordinate with local authorities (police, military, political and humanitarian);
Perform security assessments, both routine and those required to ensure that it is safe for WFP staff to enter/return to a location/duty station;
Evaluate mined roads/areas;
Evaluate and organise security measures for air operations;
Organise convoy security procedures and medical evacuations;
Ensure WFP communications is integrated into the appropriate UN security communication system and all staff are trained in security and emergency procedures, in collaboration with Information & Telecommunications Officer;
Organise and manage WFP guard/watchman force;
Analyze security situation and report periodically to Headquarters;
Ensure that timely emergency preparedness actions, such as early warning, risk analysis/management and contingency planning, are carried out, regularly monitored, updated and reported in the area of responsibility;
Participate in and as required lead hostage negotiations;
Perform other duties and supervise staff as required.

Qualifications & Experience Required Education:
Advance university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) preferably in Political/Social Science, International Relations, Law Enforcement and/or Business Management (with a focus on security management). A first level university degree with a relevant combination of academic qualifications and experience in a related area may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree;
Additional certification in related security field is desirable;
A police/military war college/senior staff course is an asset.

Experience:
At least five years of postgraduate professional experience in the military (combat arms and reconnaissance skills preferred) or police work. Basic paramedic training/skills is required; Previous experience with the UN is an asset;
Background in intelligence gathering and/or political analysis is highly desirable.

Technical Skills & Knowledge:
Understanding of weapons systems, maps, information collection and logistics concepts;
A complete, in-depth grasp of security operations and practices;
Understanding of multilevel military operations (air, land, sea);
Ability to coordinate action/reports with DSS and DPKO;
Training and/or experience utilising computers, including word processing, spreadsheet and other standard WFP software packages and systems;
General knowledge of UN system policies, rules, regulations and procedures governing human resources administration is an asset.

Competencies:
Good organisation and coordination skills;
Good analytical skills to reach conclusions in support of work conducted by another officer and, in particular, logistics staff;
Willingness to travel to remote areas of the world;
Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective work relationships with security counterparts and staff within the regional/country office.

Language:
Working knowledge (proficiency/level C) of English and intermediate knowledge (level B) of another UN official language (Arabic, French, Spanish, Russian or Chinese) or Portuguese (one of WFP’s working languages);
Proficiency of Arabic is required for the position based in Yemen.

Terms and Conditions Selected candidates will be employed on a fixed-term contract with a probationary period of one year and eligible for the Rest and Recuperation (R&R) scheme.

WFP offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, including basic salary, post adjustment, 30 days’ annual vacation, home leave, an education grant for dependent children, pension plan and medical insurance. Please visit the following websites for detailed information on working with WFP.

http://www.wfp.org Click on: “Where we work” and “Our work” to learn more about WFP’s operations.http://icsc.un.org Click on: Quick Links > Salary Scales > by date http://www.unstaffmobility.org Learn more about countries where the UN operates
How to apply:

Application procedures: Go to: http://i-recruitment.wfp.org/vacancies/13-0013940 Step 1: Create your online CV. Step 2: Click on “Description” to read the position requirements and “Apply” to submit your application. NOTE: You must complete Step 2 in order for your application to be considered for this vacancy.

Deadline for applications: 16 July 2013