Local Security Assistant (LSA)
Job Description
Job Posting Organization:
The World Health Organization (WHO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations responsible for international public health. Established on April 7, 1948, WHO's mission is to promote health, keep the world safe, and serve vulnerable populations. With over 7,000 employees in more than 150 countries, WHO operates in various regions to address global health challenges, including disease outbreaks, health emergencies, and the promotion of health equity. The organization emphasizes the importance of a diverse workforce and is committed to gender parity and geographical diversity.
Job Overview:
The Local security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Security Assistant (LSA) position is crucial for the implementation of security operations within the designated operational area. Reporting directly to the Field Security Officer, the LSA will assist in executing all actions related to the management of security and safety for personnel in the area of responsibility. This role is integral to the WHO's emergency health incident management system at the country level, ensuring that security measures are effectively implemented and adhered to. The LSA will play a vital role in risk assessment, coordination with local law enforcement, and maintaining communication protocols to safeguard the staff deployed in the field.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Local Security Assistant will be responsible for conducting periodic security risk assessments in the assigned area, preparing missions, and accompanying deployed personnel. Key duties include liaising and coordinating with police and military forces involved in field operations, ensuring compliance with United Nations Security Management System procedures, maintaining updated personnel lists, organizing security briefing sessions for newly deployed staff, advising personnel in emergencies according to the operational security plan, monitoring security incidents affecting deployed staff, preparing incident reports, managing the Warden System, and keeping updated information on accommodations for deployed personnel. The LSA will also ensure effective management of communication systems and perform any other relevant tasks assigned by the Field Coordinator or WHO representative.
Required Qualifications:
Essential qualifications include a secondary education diploma and completion of training in security interventions and procedures. Desirable qualifications include experience in coordinating field operations with security partners and prior work experience within the United Nations or another international organization. The candidate should possess strong analytical skills and the ability to work under pressure in challenging environments.
Educational Background:
The position requires a secondary education diploma as a minimum educational qualification. Additional training in security interventions and procedures is essential to effectively perform the duties of the Local Security Assistant. Candidates with higher education or specialized training in security management will be viewed favorably.
Experience:
Candidates must have at least 8 years of experience in security interventions and procedures. Experience in coordinating operations in the field with security partners is highly desirable. Previous work experience with the United Nations or other international organizations will be considered an asset, as it demonstrates familiarity with the operational protocols and standards expected in such environments.
Languages:
Proficiency in French is essential, along with functional knowledge of English. Knowledge of local languages is considered an asset, as it can facilitate communication and enhance operational effectiveness in the field.
Additional Notes:
The WHO is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. The organization encourages applications from women, persons with disabilities, and nationals from underrepresented member states. The WHO has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, and other forms of abusive conduct. All candidates must confirm their vaccination status as required by WHO before undertaking any assignment, with exceptions made only for certified medical conditions. Candidates should be aware of country-specific vaccination requirements for entry or exit, particularly regarding yellow fever and other vaccinations.
The World Health Organization (WHO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations responsible for international public health. Established on April 7, 1948, WHO's mission is to promote health, keep the world safe, and serve vulnerable populations. With over 7,000 employees in more than 150 countries, WHO operates in various regions to address global health challenges, including disease outbreaks, health emergencies, and the promotion of health equity. The organization emphasizes the importance of a diverse workforce and is committed to gender parity and geographical diversity.
Job Overview:
The Local security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Security Assistant (LSA) position is crucial for the implementation of security operations within the designated operational area. Reporting directly to the Field Security Officer, the LSA will assist in executing all actions related to the management of security and safety for personnel in the area of responsibility. This role is integral to the WHO's emergency health incident management system at the country level, ensuring that security measures are effectively implemented and adhered to. The LSA will play a vital role in risk assessment, coordination with local law enforcement, and maintaining communication protocols to safeguard the staff deployed in the field.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Local Security Assistant will be responsible for conducting periodic security risk assessments in the assigned area, preparing missions, and accompanying deployed personnel. Key duties include liaising and coordinating with police and military forces involved in field operations, ensuring compliance with United Nations Security Management System procedures, maintaining updated personnel lists, organizing security briefing sessions for newly deployed staff, advising personnel in emergencies according to the operational security plan, monitoring security incidents affecting deployed staff, preparing incident reports, managing the Warden System, and keeping updated information on accommodations for deployed personnel. The LSA will also ensure effective management of communication systems and perform any other relevant tasks assigned by the Field Coordinator or WHO representative.
Required Qualifications:
Essential qualifications include a secondary education diploma and completion of training in security interventions and procedures. Desirable qualifications include experience in coordinating field operations with security partners and prior work experience within the United Nations or another international organization. The candidate should possess strong analytical skills and the ability to work under pressure in challenging environments.
Educational Background:
The position requires a secondary education diploma as a minimum educational qualification. Additional training in security interventions and procedures is essential to effectively perform the duties of the Local Security Assistant. Candidates with higher education or specialized training in security management will be viewed favorably.
Experience:
Candidates must have at least 8 years of experience in security interventions and procedures. Experience in coordinating operations in the field with security partners is highly desirable. Previous work experience with the United Nations or other international organizations will be considered an asset, as it demonstrates familiarity with the operational protocols and standards expected in such environments.
Languages:
Proficiency in French is essential, along with functional knowledge of English. Knowledge of local languages is considered an asset, as it can facilitate communication and enhance operational effectiveness in the field.
Additional Notes:
The WHO is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. The organization encourages applications from women, persons with disabilities, and nationals from underrepresented member states. The WHO has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, and other forms of abusive conduct. All candidates must confirm their vaccination status as required by WHO before undertaking any assignment, with exceptions made only for certified medical conditions. Candidates should be aware of country-specific vaccination requirements for entry or exit, particularly regarding yellow fever and other vaccinations.
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