Security Associate

Under the overall supervision of the Deputy Security Adviser, the duties of the Security Associate include, but are not limited to: 
Security Team supervision and support: 

• Acting as first level supervisor for security personnel performance appraisals. Overall supervision of the UN City Campus 1 & 2 security personnel on their daily security and training activities.
• Assisting the Deputy Security Adviser in the overall supervision, performance management and training of the UN City Security and Safety Services in accordance with the applicable professional and institutional standards.
• Assisting the Deputy Security Adviser in drafting SOPs, Post Orders, and other operational instructions for UN City security and other personnel.
• Ensuring that security personnel at all levels complete their responsibilities according to their proper functions following the Standard Operating Procedures of the Security and safety Services.
• Contribute in the implementation of security and safety training programs for security personnel and staff members at the UN City complex.
• Under the guidance of the Chief Security Adviser and limited delegation of authority, acting as point of contact when the Deputy Security Adviser is temporarily absent from duty, as assigned. 

Safety and Security Services at the UN City: 

• Supporting and coordinating staff activities and ensure that security technical assessments are performed as per UNOPS standards to support safe and effective program delivery.
• Assisting the Deputy Security Adviser in contributing to in the implementation of risk management mitigation measures and maintaining/developing measures to improve compliance.
• Revising the safety and security arrangements at the UN City, making recommendations to the Deputy Security Adviser to improve procedures and for proper distribution of personnel and staff assignments according to operational needs.
• Handling all payments related to the daily operations of the Security and Safety Services.
• Assisting the Deputy Security Adviser in supervision of the UN City events' security coordination.
• Under the direction of the Deputy Security Adviser, contribute in operational planning and policy compliance with Standard Operating Procedures applicable to the conduct of security and safety operations at UN City.
• As directed by the Deputy Security Adviser, performing physical security surveys and assisting in the Security Risk Management process at the UN City Campus 1 & 2 and other locations as required.

Security Networking:

• As directed by the Deputy Security Adviser, maintaining regular contact and communication with the UN Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS), the Host Country (HC) authorities, diplomatic security entities, and other resident UN organizations. Participating in the Security Cell, when required.