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Position Information

Position Title: Senior Field Security Associate

Position Grade: G7

Duty Station: Tegucigalpa, Honduras

Position Number: SVN 010 2024

Job Family: Staff Security

Organizational Unit: 

Is this a Regional, HQ, MAC, PAC, Liaison Office, or a Country Office based position?: Country Office

Position rated on: Pre-classified.

Reports directly to : Chief of Mission

Number of Direct Reports: TBD

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Organizational Context and Scope

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 supervision of the Chief of Mission (COM) in Honduras, and   technical supervision of the Office of Staff Security (OSS) as represented by the Regional Security Officer (RSO) based in the Regional Office in Panama, and the administrative supervision 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 Honduras. 

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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 the country. 
2. Assist the Chief of Mission in collecting, updating and communicating information regarding the security situation in Honduras. 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 theconduct 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 , in close coordination with the Chief of Mission 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 Honduras. This includes  preparing  security reports such as Security Incident Reports and Weekly Reports. 
8. In coordination with the , in close coordination with the Chief of Mission, provide security briefings for IOM personnel deployed to and travelling within Honduras 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 Honduras.
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 Chief of Mission, implement IOM Honduras 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 Honduras 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. 
     

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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. 

EXPERIENCE

• 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.

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Languages
IOM’s official languages are English, French, and Spanish. 

REQUIRED: For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written).

DESIRABLE: Working knowledge of any UN Official language(s) and/or language(s) identified by the Country Office.

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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: Maintains 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.
  
   

MANAGERIAL COMPETENCIES - Behavioural indicators –  Level 2
 

• Leadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the Organization’s vision. Assists others to realize and develop their leadership and professional potential.
• Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
• Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.
• Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
• Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.

COMO APLICAR: Candidatos interesados enviar su CV (máximo de 2 páginas) y Carta de Interés al correo [email protected] con el código de la vacante (SVN 010 2024) en el asunto del correo a mas tardar el 7 de agosto de 2024.