Національний/-а Керівник/-ця Відділу Безпеки та Зв’язку / (National Field Security and Liaison Officer) – Міжнародна організація з міграції (МОМ), Представництво в Україні

Open to Internal and External Candidates

 Position Title: National Field Security and Liaison Officer

Duty Station: Kyiv, Ukraine

Classification: National Officer, NOA

Type of Appointment: OYFT, Twelve months with the possibility of extension

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date: 18 March 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.

IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. Internal and external candidates are eligible to apply to this vacancy. For the purpose of the vacancy, internal candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.

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 Chief of Mission (COM) and Field Security Officer (FSO), and under the direct operational supervision and managerial responsibility of the Field Security Support Officer (FSSO), the successful candidate will be responsible for actively assisting the FSSO and IOM COM with all aspects of staff safety and security management in Ukraine.   

The National Field Security Liaison Officer (NFSLA) will be expected to implement appropriate safety and security management procedures that will effectively address issues that could and has impact on all safety, security and the protection of IOM personnel and assets, including programme implementation in the country.

The NFSLA will have a daily reporting line to the COM and FSO and will have a technical reporting line to the FSSO.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Establish and maintain effective working exchanges and relationships with security officials of other UN agencies and organizations, government counterparts and partner security services, country United Nations Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS) office and all appropriate security Focal Points, in order to ensure up-to-date security-related information that is beneficial to Ukraine specific missions and individual offices is obtained.
2. In coordination with the FSSO, provide accurate and up to date assessments of the security situation in Ukraine and provide advice and recommendations to the COM on how to prevent and mitigate against identified threats and risks.
3. In coordination with the FSSO, develop, implement, and regularly test a functioning warden system. Warden testing methods should include multiple systems, including SCAAN.
4. Regularly conduct a security training needs assessment and develop, deliver, and/or coordinate the delivery of the security trainings for IOM personnel in [areas of operations], in coordination with UNDSS and other UNSMS agencies and organizations. Security trainings could be extended to other UN personnel and implementing partners, to extent possible.
5. Liaise and coordinate, as appropriate, with the government security institutions and/or personnel, including national and local authorities, military, and police officers, as well as non-governmental organizations and other non-State actors in relation to national military obligations and UN privileges and immunities.
6. Coordinate and support personnel to interact with the government security organizations and/or personnel, including national and local authorities, military, and police officers, as well as non-governmental organisations and other non-State actors.
7. Monitor updates of local regulations and legislation related to military obligations and prepare briefs for senior management and IOM personnel.
8. Support the establishment and strengthening of advocacy networks, implement relevant advocacy with counterparts regarding military obligations; identify and compile best practices and lessons learned.
9. Collaborate closely with the Country Office’s Legal and HR units in relation to military obligations.
10. Provide safety/security briefings for IOM staff deployed to and travelling within Ukraine, and coordinate all travel security 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 all DS in Ukraine.
11. In coordination with the FSSO, regularly review and monitor compliance on the Security Risk Management Measures (SRMM) and Residential Security Measures (RSM). This includes proactively participating in the Security Cell Meetings and actively providing guidance to the COM on issues raised in the SMT, ensuring that IOM-specific operational requirements are considered for implementation of security measures and adherence to the UNSMS Policy on Gender Considerations in Security Management.
12. Acquire comprehensive operational understanding of IOM programs in Ukraine and provide advice, including Security Risk assessments in areas where IOM works or is planning to work with its teams.
13. In coordination with the FSSO, support the COM in the development or updating IOM Ukraine’s Business Continuity Plan, proactively advising the COM in its regular testing.
14. In coordination with the FSSO, develop, implement and test office-specific security plans.
15. Supervise local security assistants to ensure that the appropriate level of staff safety and security is being delivered and supported.
16. Closely monitor and report on deployment numbers (staff ceilings) established for the mission/s by the UN Designated Official (DO) during emergencies, in coordination with the Security Management Team (SMT) and UNDSS, ensuring that security clearance procedures are applied fairly, vis-à-vis all of the agencies working under the UNDSS Security Management System.
17. Test the functionally and implementation of IOM-specific emergency communications systems (SCAAN) to ensure they are functional, effective and address the programme requirements of the Country Office. This includes actively checking the SCAAN dashboard and posting relevant security advisories in a timely manner.
18. In coordination with the FSSO, report security matters that have a direct impact on IOM operations immediately to the COM and the RFSO.
19. In coordination with the COM and the FSSO, conduct preliminary enquiries in respect to any security breaches/incidents in all DS, working closely with local authorities in efforts to ensure IOM staff, its assets and interests are protected and appropriate and corrective measure taken.
20. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Master’s degree in Security Management/Social Sciences, Law, Disaster Management, International Studies, Communications or a related field from an accredited academic institution; or,
• University degree in the above fields with two years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Relevant professional experience working in security management, security risk management;
• Previous experience in UN Missions, International Peacekeeping or Emergency Missions is an advantage;
• Experience in planning and execution of security measures in UN agencies or organizations is highly desirable;
• Passing the UN Security Certification Programme (SCP) is highly desirable;
• Previous experience in dealing with law enforcement agencies is an advantage;
• Proven ability to collaborate with senior military and government counterparts is an advantage;
• Experience working in hardship duty stations and having previous training in hostage incident management scenarios would be an advantage; and,
• SSAFE TOT or other official UN TOT certification would be an advantage

Skills

• Ability to manage a high degree of rational behaviour and decision making at all times irrespective of the gravity of the security environment;
• Excellent communication and writing skills with the ability to analyse complex problems, and identify and convey clear, rapid solutions; and,
• Strong general analytical skills.

Languages

Fluency in English and Ukrainian, Russian (oral and written) is required.

The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:

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 Level1

• 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.

Other

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment and security clearances.

A prerequisite for taking up the position is legal residency in the country of the duty station and work permit, as applicable.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications on Personal History Form to [email protected]  by 18 March 2024 the latest, referring to this advertisement in the subject line of your message.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Posting period:

From 11.03.2024 to 18.03.2024.