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JOB TITLE | Security Operations Support Officer |
TYPE & LEVEL OF CONTRACT | Service Contract, Level 8 |
CONTRACT DURATION | 1 year |
UNIT/DIVISION | Security |
DUTY STATION (City, Country) | Benghazi, Libya |
REPORT TO (JOB TITLE) | Head of Security |
Note: Only Libyan nationals/citizens are eligible to apply for this position. This vacancy announcement will also be used to build a roster of prequalified applicants for future opportunities within same job profile.
The United Nations World Food Programme is the world’s 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.
This job is based in Field Office Benghazi. Job holders typically work under general supervision of Country Director and directly report to the Senior Security Officer. Job holders operate under close guidance and receive regular feedback on work performed. They are involved in security operational support activities and analytical work of limited complexity.
To 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.
Capability Name | Description of the behaviour expected for the proficiency level |
Strategic approach to security risk management | Demonstrates understanding of strategic approaches to security to identify potential threats. Contributes to the creation and implementation of WFPs mitigation measures. |
Operational knowledge of security risk management | Exhibits good understanding of day to day security operations. Works within own remit to proactively contribute to solutions to single or multiple elements of organisational security challenges. |
Security resource management | Demonstrates ability to track and compile reports on HQ and Field staffing and financial resource usage on a project-level basis. |
Analysis and solution development | Demonstrates understanding of key UN inter-governmental body partner agencies. Understands implications of security information and reports and supports in the identification of mitigating actions against threats and vulnerabilities to WFP’s operations. |
Planning compliance and emergency management | Supports in planning and prioritisation practices in-line with established security policies and procedures. |
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:
At least one year or more of progressively responsible professional experience in security management (relevant military, policy or corporate) and/or security risk management, with a background and interest in international humanitarian development.
Desirable Experience:
Knowledge & Skills:
Language:
Fluency in both oral and written communication in Arabic and English.
Saturday, 12 August 2023 (11:59 PM Libya Standard Time).
WFP has a zero-tolerance approach to conduct such as fraud, sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to WFP’s standards of conduct and will therefore undergo rigorous background verification internally or through third parties. Selected candidates will also be required to provide additional information as part of the verification exercise. Misrepresentation of information provided during the recruitment process may lead to disqualification or termination of employment
WFP will not request payment at any stage of the recruitment process including at the offer stage. Any requests for payment should be refused and reported to local law enforcement authorities for appropriate action.