Security Assistant

Purpose of the position is to support the provincial office and the Field Security Officer (FSO) in gathering information and in analyzing the overall security situation in his/her place of assignment; and make appropriate recommendations. Act as security focal point at duty station; coordinate, monitor and initiate actions related to security management.

Under the direction supervision of Security Focal Point (as 1st level supervisor) and overall supervision by the FSO for Pakistan in coordination with WHO Representative and Operations Officer, the incumbent will provide administrative support and guidance for accessing inaccessible areas of the WHO Programmes and make random visits to various regions to obtain information affecting program implementation, staff and non-staff security thus enabling access for better program delivery.

The incumbent plans and performs day-to-day routine tasks independently. Complex issues or deviations from established procedures are discussed and resolved with supervisor and the FSO. Some judgment is involved to determine appropriate methods to handle the various safety and security issues and to adapt established practices to assigned work.

Within the framework of WHO\\\'s Security Management Structure, the duties are:

• Collect, update and disseminate information regarding the security of respective WHO sub-office, as well as all WHO staff and non-staff, including SOPs, security advisories, staff lists.
• Conduct preliminary assessment of Security Risk Management measures (SRM) respective WHO sub office; as well as the \\threat assessment\\ of inaccessible locations required for the programme activities; submit findings to FSO for final assessment and implementation of precautionary and mitigation measures.
• Report security incidents affecting concerned WHO office, WHO staff and non-staff, and WHO assets on a 24-hour basis. Respond to staff security emergencies, including follow up on arrests and detention of WHO staffs and eligible dependents in line with SOPs.
• Participate in organizing and delivering security briefings, training courses on security awareness and preparedness, and radio communication for WHO sub-office staff and non-staff. Provide security orientation to newly assigned staff members as instructed by the FSO and in coordination with UNDSS.
• Support the operations and management of the WHO Security Contingency Plans as well as the WHO Warden System, including the conduct of exercises, and administer the Emergency Communications System.
• Monitor adherence to UN Security Management System procedures and practice, including SRM and RSM compliance. Monitor existing security measures for the safeguarding of staff, visitors, WHO property and premises, as well as the emergency evacuation plans and report any discrepancies to the supervisor.
• Establish and maintain effective relations, cooperation and liaison with local authorities and UN security cell members on issues of security.
• Timely initiate and finalize action for security clearance for internal and external travel of staff and visitors.
• Provide general administrative assistance to the Field Security Officer, attend Security Cell Meetings and Security Briefings in AOR.
• Perform other security related tasks as deemed necessary.

Specific requirements

• Qualifications required:

Education:

• Essential – Completion of secondary education supplemented by training in security management
• Desirable – First level university degree or equivalent in Political Science, Military Studies, Security Management or relevant field.

Experience:

• Essential – At least Five (5) years relevant experience in security operations and management or equivalent functions.
• Desirable – Working experience with WHO/UN system, Police, Armed forces

Skills / Technical skills and knowledge:

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office software applications.
• Stress and time management skills.
• Knowledge of UN field security operations and policies are an asset.
• Basic First Aid skills are an asset.

Language requirements:

• Very good knowledge of English and local language (Pashto)

Competencies required:

NOTE:

1. Please make sure to update your P-11 form prior to submit your application. Incomplete or missing current/past employment/academic information will not be considered.

2. Female applicants having relevant required experience/education are highly encouraged to apply for this position. WHO is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. WHO recruits and employs staff regardless of disability status, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, language, race, marital status, religious, cultural, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds, or any other personal characteristics.

3. Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.

4. A written test and/or an asynchronous video assessment may be used as a form of screening.

5. WHO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, processing or any other fees)

6. The Organization reserves the rights to accept/reject any/all application(s) without assigning reasons thereof; any internal/external influence used to effect recruitment decisions will result in exclusion and disqualification of candidate.

7. WHO has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objective of the United Nations and WHO, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination.

8. This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade level.

9. Preference will be given to those candidates having Domicile and currently residing in the same districts.