Senior Field Safety Associate

About UNHCR Jalalabad

Job Summary

Under the direct supervision of the Head of Sub-Office, the incumbent shall perform the following duties:
1.Assist the supervisor in gathering information and analyzing the overall security situation as well as the security situation related to a specific area. Make appropriate recommendations.
2.Establish and maintain good relations and co-operation with local authorities and other agencies on issues of security.

Duties & Responsibilities

3.Evaluate existing security measures for safeguarding of staff, beneficiaries, UNHCR property and premises and make appropriate recommendations and/or arrange for their improvement.
4.Assist the office in monitoring the security situation vis-à-vis the implementation of UNHCR’s activities, and safety of beneficiaries, and recommend improvements.
5.Prepare and maintain security guidelines, measures, standards and MOSS for UNHCR office in the Eastern region.
6.Review security and evacuation plans and assist in ensuring that all staff members are familiar with these plans.
7.Endorse or recommend the deployment of suitable communication equipment for security purposes and make sure that such equipment is compatible with other UN agencies in the area.
8.Conduct training on security awareness, preparedness and response.
9.Provide security advice to all staff including advice on warden system, radio communication procedures, travel procedures, recognition of explosive devices, fire safety, physical security of UNHCR premises/property and staff residence, equipment required for security measures and other security issues and precautions to be taken .
10.Conduct and assist in security briefings.
11.Ensure that the database on security incidents is up-to-date.
12.Prepare situation reports.
13.Maintain staff movements tracking system according to the requirement of security situation at the duty station/area.
14.Respond to staff security emergencies and provide immediate assistance.
15.Perform other security-related duties as required

Job Requirements

Education:Completion of secondary school education, courses and or/course in military issues, security issues or related field
Language:Excellent command of English (both spoken and written), local language and/or another relevant UN language.
Other requirements:Excellent computer skill including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint Flexibility and ability of work as part of a multi-cultural team;
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
Knowledge of relevant UNHCR and UN rules and regulations and skills of coaching and developing people.

Submission Guideline

Please send your CV, United Nations P11 form and application letter including testimonials in a sealed envelope clearly marked “Confidential” and stating the Vacancy Announcement number, to the following:

•Sub-Office Jalalabad, Administration Section, UNHCR Sub-Office Jalalabad (Behind Public Health Hospital, Jalalabad)
•Applications can also be sent to Email ID: IONESCU@UNHCR.ORG

Applications should be submitted no later than the deadline mentioned above. Applications received after the closing date/time will not be considered. Only Short-listed candidates meeting the qualifications will be contacted for interview and written exam.

Functional Area

Security/Safety

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