Field Security Assistant

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NO. VA-052/2013 (Position Number: 13-0014619)

Post Title: Field Security Assistant

Contract type: Service Contract

Post Grade: SC5

Duty Station: Dolow

Duration: One Year (Initial)

Date of issue:7^th October  2013

Closing Date: 20^th October  2013

Organizational background

The World Food Programme Somalia activities include food assistance for nutrition, livelihoods, relief and emergency school feeding, while also supporting humanitarian air and logistics services, food security coordination and infrastructure rehabilitation projects.

This position is open to qualified Somali candidates with good knowledge of the local area. Female candidates in particular, are encouraged to apply.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Under the direct supervision of the Senior Local Field Security Assistant (LSA) in Mogadishu and under the overall supervision of the Head of Sub-Office, the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties:

·      Review security situation in Gedo, Bay, Bakool, Middle and Lower Jubba Regions on a daily basis and advise Senior LSA and Head of Sub-Office accordingly;

·      Ensure full information is received and/or provided when starting/finishing daily period of duty;

·      Support the Senior LSA  in investigations, incident reports and security assessments;

·      Maintain up-to-date Security Plans;

·      Conduct field trips to support WFP Programme activities;

·      Assist in developing, implementing and maintaining Minimum Operational Security Standards (MOSS) for equipment; 

·      Supervise daily security activities and report any deficiencies/issues and recommend possible improvements;

·      Assign duties to security personnel and resolve problems;

·      Instruct security personnel on the procedures to be followed during emergencies;

·      Identify training needs and ensure that all security staff have knowledge of security procedures and instructions;

·      Coordinate certification/trainings to receive defence weapons; Monitor use and maintenance of all defence weapons issued;

·      Be responsible for security equipment issued to security staff and keep updated inventory;

·      Manage the security database on daily activities, incidents etc; Provide reports upon request;

·      Manage requests for driving services;

·      Be responsible for security equipment issued to security staff;

·      Respond to personnel and telephone enquiries;

·      Liaise with the local administration, police authorities, fire services and other emergency services as necessary;

·      Perform other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

Secondary school education supplemented by courses or diploma in security training or certified graduation from military or police academy.

Experience:

At least five years of progressively practical responsible experience within a national/military police or private security company.

Language:

Fluency in both oral and written communication in English and Somali language is a requirement.

Knowledge:

Background directly related with security issues (e.g. military, police etc.). Good political and social knowledge of the country. Training or practical experience in maintaining electronic databases, using standard computer applications and operations of automated alarm and video surveillance systems. Knowledge of how to operate metal detectors and other security equipment.

Interested and qualified candidates are requested to submit online applications only according to the following procedures:

·         Go to: : http://i-recruitment.wfp.org/vacancies/13-0014619

·         Step 1: Create your online CV.

·         Step 2: Click on “Description” to read the position requirements and “Apply” to submit your application.

·         NOTE: You must complete Step 2 in order for your application to be considered for this vacancy.