Job Description

Open to Internal and External Candidates

• Position: Senior Field Security Associate
• Organizational Unit: Office of Staff Security (OSS)
• Duty Station: Yemen, Aden
• IOM Classification: G6
• Type of Appointment: Special Short-Term (SST) Graded Contract, 6 Months (With a possibility of renewal up to 9 months)
• SVN No.: SVN2024. 12421
• Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible
• Closing Date: Monday, 2nd December 2024

Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and 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.

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 Field Security Support Officer (FSO) in Aden, Yemen, and the overall supervision of the Mission Field Security Officer and the technical supervision of the Office of Staff Security (OSS) as represented by the Regional Security Officer (RSO) based in the MENA Regional Office in Cairo, Egypt, and the administrative supervision of the Aden Head of Office (HoO), the Field Security Associate will be responsible for providing specialized support to enable IOM’s activities and assist the Aden Field Security Officer with all aspects of security risk management.

The Field Security Associate will support the Aden Field Security Support Officer in establishing and maintaining an appropriate an appropriate level of security awareness in IOM Aden, Yemen..

Responsibilities:

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 Aden Sub Office Yemen.
2.    Assist the Field Security Support Officer in collecting, updating and communicating information regarding the security situation in [Aden, Yemen]. Carry out the adequate gathering and verification of security information that may be required for a proper analysis of the situation.
3.        Support the Field Security Support Officer in the development and implementation of IOM Aden Sub 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.    Assist the Field Security Supoort Officer with the conduct 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 with the relevant United Nations Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS) Office.
5.    Provide support in conducting security evaluations 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 Aden Sub Office 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.    Assist in reporting security incidents affecting IOM personnel, premises, assets, and operational activities in Aden, Yemen. This includes providing support in the preparation of security reports such as Security Incident Reports and Weekly Reports.
8.    Provides support in organizing and conducting training courses on security awareness and preparedness and providing security orientation to newly assigned IOM personnel in the Aden duty station. Conducts security briefings, as required.
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 Aden host country security authorities.
10.    In coordination with the Field Security Support Officer implement IOM Aden, Yemen 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 Aden personnel, premises and assets.
12.    Maintains liaison with commercial companies used for UN security offices and residences to facilitate the effective and efficient use of the guard force.
13.    Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• University degree in Security, Social Sciences, International Studies, Communications or a related field from an accredited academic institution, with four years of relevant professional experience;
• Completed High School degree from an accredited academic institution, with six years of relevant professional experience. Accredited Universities are those listed in the World Higher Education Database (WHED) Portal.

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;
• Experience in the use of radio communications is desirable, and;
• Successful completion of the UNDSS Field Security Associate (FSA) course is desirable.

SKILLS

• Ability to collaborate with senior government security counterparts and r 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 and responds effectively.

LANGUAGES

• For all applicants, fluency in English and Arabic is required (oral and written).
• IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish.
• Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Required Competencies

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three 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) (applicable only if position is with direct reports)

• 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.

Other 

• Internals of the Organization and NMS candidates , will be considered as first-tier candidates. This vacancy is also open to second-tier candidates.
• Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
• This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.
• This post is subject to local recruitment. Only those holding a valid residence and work permit for the country where this position is based will be eligible for consideration.
• Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable. Vaccination against COVID- 19 will be required for IOM personnel who are hired or otherwise engaged by IOM. As part of the mandatory medical entry on duty clearance, candidates will be requested to provide evidence of full vaccination.
• IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.
• IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM online recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.
• For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job Vacancies, IOM Careers and Job Vacancies | International Organization for Migration

As part of the application process, all candidates, regardless of the type or duration of the contract, must disclose any known relative who works for IOM or is engaged with IOM in any capacity.
Non-compliance with the relative disclosure requirement can constitute a basis for withdrawal of offer of employment, or if the employment has begun, terminating the employment contract and/or disciplinary action.