Security Support Assistant

SPECIAL VACANCY NOTICE
Open to Internal and External Candidates

Position Title: Security Support Assistant
Vacancy Number: SVN/IOMSO/024/2024
Duty Station: Baidoa, Somalia
Classification: General Service Category, Grade G4
Type of Appointment: Special Short Term, six months with possibility of Extension
Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible
Closing Date:12 September, 2024

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.
Context:
The Office of Staff Security (OSS) is responsible for providing leadership on safety/security policy management and Mission operational support to enable the safest and most effective implementation and delivery of IOM programs and activities. Under the overall supervision of the Senior Field Security Officer and under the direct supervision of the Field Security Officer and close coordination with the Senior Security Assistant in Baidoa will be responsible for actively assisting the IOM Somalia security unit in all aspects of staff safety and security management in Baidoa . The Security Support Assistant will be expected to support the implementation of appropriate safety and security management procedures that will effectively address issues that could and have impact on all safety, security and the protection of IOM personnel and assets, including programme implementation in the Southwest State.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
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Support all IOM security related activities in Baidoa in coordination with the Senior Security Assistant in Baidoa and FSOs in Mogadishu, as per the OSS Somalia structure.
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Support drafting and preparing all mission’s required documents including mission plan and CONOPS, escort, and other relevant requirements and submit to IOM Senior Senior Security /FSOs for review and further processing.
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Support the FSOs in Mogadishu by providing regular updates, information and trends in the field for all matters related to safety and security.
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Assist with all OSS administrative matters including asset management, custodian records, issuing and tracking of security assets and support field missions with all the necessary equipment available within OSS custody.
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Support the FSOs to ensure that security protocols and mandatory security requirements in Baidoa are in place and updated regularly (staff list, Ds, warden system, mission tracking ,inventory list .etc.)
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In the absence of the Senior Security Assistant, assist in providing regular briefings to all the new arrivals, visitors, mission participants and provide them with the recent advisories and security updates.
IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. Internal candidates are eligible to apply to this vacancy. For the purpose of the vacancy, internal candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.
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Maintain good relationship with UNDSS, host government authorities and UNAFPs security focal points.
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Support the SSA/FSOs to investigate security breaches and report security incidents within the area of responsibility, work closely with the Government Police in efforts to keep IOM staff, its assets and interests protected while ensuring strict confidentiality.
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Perform any additional duties as requested by the IOM FSOs.

Required Qualifications and Experience
Education
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University degree in social science, administration, law enforcement or accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience, or
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High School diploma with four years of relevant experience.

Experience
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Experience working with an international organization or the United Nations.
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Knowledge of UN / INGOs security management
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Experience in using security and communication equipment including VHF/HF/TETRA radios.
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Good knowledge of the security, political and social situation of Somalia.

Skills
• Computer literacy, good knowledge of commonly used applications such as MS Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment with others with diverse backgrounds.
• Ability and willingness to respond to emergencies after working hours, weekends and official holidays.

Languages
For all applicants, fluency in English is required (oral and written).
Working knowledge of French or any other UN Official language is advantageous.
Required Competencies
Values
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Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
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Integrity and transparency: maintain high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
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Professionalism: demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent, and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
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Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
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Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected, and fairly treated.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators level 1
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Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
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Delivering results: produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner; is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
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Managing and sharing knowledge continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge, and innovate.
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Accountability: takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delegated work.
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Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring, and motivational way.

Other
Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this special vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment and verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.
Only candidates residing in either the country of the duty station or from a location in a neighboring country that is within commuting distance of the duty station will be considered.
In all cases, a prerequisite for taking up the position is legal residency in the country of the duty station, or in the neighboring country located within commuting distance, and a work permit, as applicable.