Security Operations Support Officer NOA, Regional Bureau Cairo

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ABOUT WFP

The United Nations World Food Programme is the worlds 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.
WFP’s Regional Bureau for the Middle East and Northern Africa (RBC), based in Cairo, Egypt, provides strategic guidance, policy/technical support, and direction to WFP operations and activities in 15 countries: Algeria, Armenia, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, Libya, Moldova, State of Palestine, Syria, Tunisia, Turkey, Ukraine, and Yemen. These country offices aim to assist roughly one-third of all of WFP’s beneficiaries (approx. 30 million) in some of the most critical humanitarian emergencies of our time. RBC is also active in the ‘Changing Lives’ side of WFP’s mandate, helping national governments and local communities improve nutrition, livelihoods, school feeding, social protection, climate and disaster risk reduction, and other programs that build resilience and support development.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

JOB TITLE: Security Operations Support Officer
TYPE AND LEVEL OF CONTRACT: Fixed Term NOA
UNIT/DIVISON: Security
DUTY STATION: Cairo, Egypt
REPORT TO: Regional Security Operations Officer
DURATION:1 year (renewable)

WHY TO WORK IN WFP

SAVING & CHANGING LIVES ❤

Make a difference, and the world will notice. We are driven by our mission to fight world hunger and feed people’s dreams of a brighter future.

GLOBAL COMMUNITY

Build bridges that unite people across the world. Being part of a global, diverse, and multicultural community like WFP, will continuously expose you to new ideas and perspectives. How we deliver our mission in a deep respect for personal and cultural differences and close collaboration between every member of our global team, will certainly enrich your experience and knowledge on so many levels.

UNLIMITED POSSIBILITIES

Unlock possibilities you never thought youd find. WFP goes anywhere it is needed and does whatever it takes to get the job done.

LIFE-CHANGING EXPERIENCE

Reach beyond yourself and discover your true potential. WFP offers the kind of life-changing experiences you’re unlikely to find in many other organizations.

Join us to make a difference.
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JOB PURPOSE

The WFP Regional Bureau in Cairo provides strategic and technical guidance to WFP operations in 15 countries: Algeria, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, Libya, Moldova, Palestine, Syria, Sudan, Tunisia, Turkey, Ukraine and Yemen. We are looking for a competent Security Operations Support Officer to organize and oversee all security operations for our Regional Bureau in Cairo.

As Security Operations Support Officer you will have to demonstrate excellent risk management and emergency response skills. You will support the management of WFP’s security day-to-day operations to facilitate the effective delivery of programmes that meet food assistance needs and maintain the security and safety of WFP personnel, activities, and facilities.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

• Contribute to the security and safety contingency and continuity planning for the office supporting the standardization and implementation of plans and that emergency systems are regularly tested for WFP facilities in-country.

• Liaise with United Nations Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS) and the in-country security management apparatus and attend security operations management meetings, to ensure WFP management and staff are fully briefed on security matters in RBC Area.

• In conjunction with WFP Field Security Division, provide operational support to the Regional Office for achievement of SRM demands and RSM compliance.

• Responsible for all facilities access control measures and procedures to ensure safety and security of WFP staff and visitors in line with UNSMS best practices.

• Provide support to the management of security budget including procurement planning to facilitate efficient and cost-effective resources management.

• Responsible for management of security equipment to ensure it is issued correctly, is in serviceable condition and is in compliance with the established security standards.

• Maintain liaison with Human Resources Unit regarding a number of security staffing matters (e.g. recruitment, contract management, capacity building), to ensure compliance with the established WFP policies and procedures.

• Collect information about local security developments, issues and potential impact upon WFP operations for supervisor’s attention in order to support security and operational activities.

• Prepare accurate and timely reports to contribute to the consistency of information presented to the senior managers.

• Provide security orientation briefing to newly arrived staff to ensure staff are well-informed of local security conditions and procedures.

• Support training activities as required to build the security capabilities of WFP and external partners.

• Support the supervisor during emergencies to meet changing needs.

• Provide Temporary Duty Assignment support when required within the Region.

• Maintain and develop partnerships with both internal and external stakeholders to facilitate WFP operations in the area of responsibility.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• Advanced University degree in Security Management, International Relations or Law Enforcement or other relevant field, or First University degree with additional years of related work experience and/or training/courses.
• A diploma obtained from Military/Police Academy with qualifying relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of the First University degree.

Experience:

• Ten years or more of progressively responsible professional experience in security management (relevant military, police or corporate) and/or security risk management with a background and interest in international humanitarian development.
• Experience in managing junior support staff.

Knowledge & skills:

• Good theoretical understanding of security management concepts and principles with a knowledge of best practices, techniques, and processes.
• Good theoretical and practical physical security skills and safety in the workplace techniques and mitigation.
• Ability to assimilate a range of information and make basic analyses to support the development of efficient solutions.
• Good communication skills and ability to adapt communication style to different situations and individuals. Ability to contribute to and/or deliver effective briefing and training, assessing participant needs.
• Knowledge of common business principles and processes and the ability to quickly assimilate UN/WFP specific processes and systems.

Language: Fluency in spoken and written English and Arabic.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

.WFP offers a competitive compensation package including:

• Attractive salary in accordance with industry standards.
• Attractive pension plan.
• Child allowance.
• Medical coverage for staff and dependents.
• Variety of leave entitlements, incl. 30 days annual leave/year, maternity/paternity leave, and special leave arrangements.
  

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

Deadline for receiving applications is Wednesday 26 of June 2024.

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