Security Manager

Job Posting Organization:
UNICEF, established in 1946, operates in over 190 countries and territories with a mission to save children's lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential. The organization is committed to promoting the rights of every child and offers diverse opportunities for professional and personal development. UNICEF is known for its inclusive culture and attractive compensation and benefits package, aiming to create a workplace where everyone can belong and grow.

Job Overview:
The security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security-manager" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Security Manager position at UNICEF Ethiopia is critical for ensuring the safety and effectiveness of program implementation across the country. The role involves leading security risk management, advising senior management, and supporting personnel, assets, and operations. The Security Manager reports to the Country Representative and has a direct technical reporting line to the Regional Security Adviser. This position requires a strategic approach to security, integrating risk management into program strategy and operations, and ensuring compliance with the United Nations Security Management System and UNICEF's Security Framework of Accountability. The Security Manager will also be responsible for maintaining security documentation, incident reporting, and compliance monitoring, while providing independent security advice to the Country Management Team.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Security Risk Management and Planning: Serve as the principal security adviser to the Representative, providing strategic advice on security risks and responsibilities. Support and review Security Risk Management processes, manage the implementation of approved security measures, and maintain required security documentation.
• Security Services: Monitor and analyze security risks, oversee security operations, ensure personnel receive necessary security updates and training, and manage security communications.
• Programmatic Security Information and Analysis: Provide security analysis to enable program implementation and humanitarian access, advising teams on risk management options.
• Security Networking and Partnership Building: Maintain partnerships with UN, NGO, and local security counterparts, representing UNICEF in inter-agency security forums.
• Security Compliance Monitoring: Monitor compliance with security policies, review security proposals, and advise on identified security compliance gaps.
• Innovation, Knowledge Management and Capacity Building: Promote innovative security practices, lead training initiatives, and ensure inclusive training programs.

Required Qualifications:
The position requires a Master’s degree in security risk management, International Studies, Political Science, or related fields. A first-level university degree combined with ten years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree. Candidates must have at least eight years of progressively responsible professional experience in security risk management and analysis, with demonstrated international security-management experience in emergency or conflict-affected contexts. Skills in providing strategic security advice, leading risk management processes, and managing emergency preparedness are essential.

Educational Background:
Candidates must possess a Master’s degree or equivalent in relevant fields such as security risk management, International Studies, Political Science, or related disciplines. A first-level university degree with significant experience may be considered as an alternative qualification.

Experience:
At least eight years of progressively responsible professional experience in security risk management and analysis is required. Candidates should have demonstrated experience in international security management, particularly in emergency and conflict-affected contexts, and a solid understanding of the United Nations Security Management System.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish) or a local language is considered an asset.

Additional Notes:
The position is full-time and may involve working in complex and dynamic environments. UNICEF promotes a diverse and inclusive workforce and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women and individuals with disabilities. The organization offers a range of benefits, including paid parental leave and reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. Candidates must comply with UNICEF's zero-tolerance policy on misconduct and are subject to rigorous background checks. Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF.