Field Security Associate (Kassala) – IOM

Job Description

Organization	International Organization for Migration
Job Title	Field Security Associate
Location	Kassala, Sudan
Classification	G5
Type of Appointment	Special Short-term graded contract, six months with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date	As soon as possible
Closing Date	November 26, 2024

Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and
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 security policy
management and Country Office operational support to enable effective implementation and delivery
of IOM programmes and activities, while managing security risks at acceptable levels.
Under the overall supervision of the Field Security Officer FSO in Port Sudan and the direct supervision
of the Regional Coordinator/Head of Sub Office, and the technical supervision of the Office of Staff
Security (OSS) as represented by the Regional Security Officer (RSO) based in the Regional Office in
Cairo, and the administrative supervision of Regional Coordinator in Eastern Region, the successful
candidate will be responsible for providing specialized support to enable IOM’s activities and assist the
Field Security Officer with all aspects of security risk management.
The incumbent will support the Field Security Officer in establishing and maintaining an appropriate
level of security awareness in IOM Kassala sub-offices/premises.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Maintain effective working relationships with country United Nations Department of Safety
   and Security (UNDSS) office, host government agencies, and local authorities responsible
   for security, in order to obtain up-to-date security-related information that is beneficial to
   the Sudan.
2. Assist the Field Security Officer and Hed of Sub Office in collecting, updating, and
   communicating information regarding the security situation in the area.
3. Support the Field Security Officer and Hed of Sub Office in the development and
   implementation of IOM premises security plans including contingency and emergency
   response plans, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), including providing security-related
   inputs into the Business Continuity Plan (BCP).
4. In coordination with the Field Security Officer and Hed of Sub Office, follow up staff
   member’s compliance with safety and security protocols including the completion of
   mandatory security training, and obtaining security clearances as required.
5. Provide support in conducting security survey of offices in IOM Sudan.
6. Support the effective management of the Sub Office Warden system, by maintaining
   updated staff lists, including call sign lists, and ensuring the overall operability of
   communications systems particularly SCAAN. Ensure that all relevant safety and security
   information is disseminated in a timely manner to IOM personnel.
7. Ensure that all safety and security communications equipment is functioning and in good
   condition, with a regular inventory duly maintained.
8. Assist in reporting security incidents affecting IOM personnel, premises, assets, and
   operational activities in the area. This includes providing support in the preparation of
   security reports such as Security Incident Reports and Weekly Reports.
9. Provides support in organizing and conducting training courses on security awareness and
   preparedness and providing security orientation to newly assigned IOM personnel in the
   duty station. Conducts security briefings, as required.
10. Maintain an orderly filing system for confidential correspondence, security files/documents.
    This includes maintaining a database on contact details of the country UNDSS office and host
    country security authorities.
11. Perform such other duties as may be assigned

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• University degree in Security, Social Sciences, International Studies, Communications or a related field from an accredited academic institution, with four years of relevant professional experience; or
• Completed High School degree from an accredited academic institution, with five years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Relevant professional experience in the humanitarian, public, private or corporate sector is desirable.
• Experience in providing security coordination and administrative support for an international organization is desirable.
• Experience in the use of radio communications is desirable, and;
• Successful completion of the UNDSS Field Security Associate (FSA) course is desirable.

Skills

• The ability to collaborate with senior government security counterparts and r relevant stakeholders is an advantage.
• Ability to work effectively with colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds, and;
• Excellent oral and written skills. Listens actively and responds effectively.

Languages

• Fluency in English is required (oral and written).
• Fluency in Arabic is also required (oral and written).

Required Competencies

Values- all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
• Integrity and transparency maintain high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism demonstrates the 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 – behavioral indicators level 2

• 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 of achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action 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 the availability of funding.
• IOM has zero tolerance with discrimination and does not discriminate to HIV/AIDS status.
• This position is open to ONLY Sudanese nationals.
• Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.
• Vacancy close at 23:59 local time Port Sudan, Sudan on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their Resume via email: [email protected] , by
November 26, 2024, at the latest, referring to this advertisement.
Include the code: “SVN 45 2024 – Field Security Associate G5, Kassala” in your email subject.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Posting period:
From 18.11.2024 to 26.11.2024
No Fees:
IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview processing,
training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.