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Senior Field Security Specialist at UNDP in Afghanistan, Kabul

UNDP stands for United Nations Development Programme

UNDP stands for United Nations Development Programme which operates in 170 countries and territories with a mission to eradicate poverty and reduce inequality. Through its work, UNDP supports countries in developing policies, leadership skills, partnering abilities, and institutional capabilities to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals and build resilience. Additionally, the organization focuses on sustainable development, democratic governance, and peacebuilding, as well as climate and disaster resilience. Furthermore, UNDP’s vision is to end poverty, promote democratic governance, rule of law, and inclusive institutions by advocating for change and facilitating knowledge, experience, and resource sharing to improve people’s lives.

What are the advantages that come with being employed at UNDP:

  • Allowing employees to contribute to the important global goals and make a positive impact on people’s lives.
  • Providing employees with opportunities for international assignments, cross-cultural experiences, and exposure to diverse perspectives and contexts.
  • Allowing employees to collaborate with professionals from various fields, including government agencies, NGOs, and other UN entities.
Job Details:

Job Title: Senior Field Security Specialist

Unit: UNDP

Job Place: Afghanistan, Kabul

Deadline: 03/07/2024

Education & Qualifications Requirements:

  • Master’s degree or equivalent preferably in social sciences, Management, or related Security Field, or
  • A Bachelor’s degree in combination with two years of qualifying work experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the Masters degree, or
  • A formal multi-year education in security management, such as military or police Command and Staff College (minimum 9 months full-time) with senior level command experience.
  • Formal training in security risk management.

Work Experiences:

  • Minimum of 7 years (with master’s degree) or 9 years (with bachelor’s degree) or formal multi-year security management education) of relevant experience relevant security and development related experience.
  • Previous experience working for a United Nations organization with knowledge of the UN Security Management System as well as UNDP business, operations and programming cycle and Country Office structure/roles and responsibilities is an asset.
  • Experience in the use of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and advanced knowledge of web-based management systems such as ERP.
  • At least 3 years’ experience in high-risk environment is an added advantage.
  • Previous experience working in a conflict/post-conflict or crisis environment is an asset.
  • Proven experience in leading and managing cross-functional teams, demonstrating strong leadership, communication and management skills is desirable.
  • Proven experience and advanced knowledge of Humanitarian and Developmental Security in conflict settings.

Languages:

  • Fluency in oral and written English.

Career Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide leadership support in security management and policy guidance.
  • Work in collaboration with the UN Department of Security and Safety (UNDSS) and lead the country office security team.
  • Provide and ensure timely and accurate security advice and briefings are provided.
  • Oversee security compliance.

 

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