Security Assistant, G-5, TA

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Name:UNICEF
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Industry: Non-Profit Organization Management
Description: UNICEF supports child health and nutrition, good water and sanitation, quality basic education for all boys and girls, and the protection of children from violence, exploitation, and AIDS. UNICEF is funded entirely by the voluntary contributions of individuals, businesses, foundations and gover… UNICEF supports child health and nutrition, good water and sanitation, quality basic education for all boys and girls, and the protection of children from violence, exploitation, and AIDS. UNICEF is funded entirely by the voluntary contributions of individuals, businesses, foundations and governments. View more View less

Job Details

Job Type: Full Time
Workplace Type: On-site
Qualification: Diploma
Job Experience: Mandatory
Job Location: Nairobi County, Kenya
Closing Date: Undisclosed
Salary: Undisclosed
Other Pay: Benefits
Job Category: Security

Job Description

How can you make a difference?

Under the supervision of the Security Associate (G-6), the Security Assistant provides technical, operational, and administrative support to the Country Field Security Advisor (CFSA) and Security Section.

As a Security Assistant, you will contribute to:

  • Ensuring the safety and security of personnel and eligible family members of all UNICEF personnel in Kenya
  • Safeguarding UNICEF assets and premises
  • Supporting secure programme implementation
  • Compliance with UN security policies, procedures, and standards

Main Responsibilities and Tasks

  • Security Planning
  • Safety and Security Services
  • Security Coordination and Networking
  • Knowledge Management and Capacity Building

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

Minimum Requirements

  • Education: Secondary Education in any related fields.
  • Work Experience: At least 5 years of relevant work experience in Security, security management, risk management, emergency response, physical security, incident management, field operations, stakeholder coordination, safety compliance, training and capacity building, travel security, and any other related fields.
  • Skills: Strong experience in Security Information, Analytical Skills, Communication, Coordination, Planning, and Reporting skills is required.
  • Language Requirements: Fluency in English is required.

Desirables

  • Language: Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language.
  • Knowledge of Humanitarian Operations, Residential Security, Incident Reporting, MOSS, Contingency Planning, and Vehicle Tracking Systems is considered an asset.
  • Relevant experience at country level, particularly in development, fragile settings and humanitarian contexts.
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