Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, December 08, 2021 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Local Security Assistant Dadaab

Under the overall supervision of the Head of Programme and Policy Development, the direct supervision of the Head of Sub Office, Dadaab and with the technical supervision and guidance of the Senior Security Assistant in Nairobi, the incumbent will be responsible for producing and maintaining Security Plans for the Sub Office and monitor IOM operations in the area of responsibility and to advise the Head of Sub Office, Dadaab regarding security and safety of IOM staff and property.

CORE FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. In coordination with the Head of Sub-Office, implement the sub-office specific Safety and Security plans by remaining conversant with all procedures and policies of UNDSS and IOM security management system and advising Senior Security Assistant on safety and security issues in the assigned field.
2. Liaise with UNDSS and other security stakeholders to maintain appropriate lines of communications for all aspects of staff safety and security in the Sub Office.
3. Undertake the maintenance of radio communication capabilities to UNDSS, IOM Dadaab if applicable and to other IOM sub-offices.
4. Monitor and track all staff travels with the existing tracking and travel procedures.
5. Ensure all relevant security information is immediately disseminated in a timely manner to the relevant IOM field office and its staff and the Senior Security Assistant.
6. Undertake physical security surveys of offices, vehicles, projects sites and staff residences to verify compliance to minimum Operating Security Standards (MOSS) and Minimum Operating Residential Security Standards(MORSS)
7. Undertake an active role in the development and implementation of evacuation/emergency security plans in coordination with the Senior Security Assistant and in co-ordination with the HSO/Senior Security Assistant undertakes medical evacuations when required.
8. Provide updated security information to all IOM staff and a detailed security briefing to all staff and new staff members, implementing partner Agencies entering or re-entering the mission.
9. In coordination with the Senior Security Assistant, follow up on staff members’ compliance with existing Safety and Security protocols including completion of the mandatory security training and obtaining security clearances as required. Basic and advanced security in the field plus mission movement form.-check vehicles etc.
10. Investigate and report security breaches/incidents within the area of responsibility, works closely with the Government police in efforts to ensure IOM staff, its assets and interests are protected while ensuring strict confidentiality.
11. Respond to security queries and suggest appropriate course of action in coordination with the Senior Security Assistant.
12. Efficiently monitor the local security and political situation and report significant events/incidents to the HSO/Senior Security Assistant.
13. Assist in monitoring the contracted guards in the performance of services, including fire control, first aid procedures, use of equipment and operation of the automated alarm and video surveillance systems if installed. Where training in fire control and first aid is found to be deficient coordinates with the contractor to ensure such training is undertaken.
14. On a daily basis perform round checks within IOM offices to monitor engaged security providers (contracted guards/Police) compliance with Security requirements and liaise with relevant management officials (HSC/Securex) to ensure security maintenance and requirements for the offices are met.
15. In coordination with Senior Security Assistant, attend ASMT meetings to make sure IOM’s interests are addressed.
16. Maintain an orderly filing system for all security files as well as maintaining an updated level of communication documentation and files.
17. Report any discrepancies or breaches in the first instance to the HSO with the Senior Security Assistant in copy.
18. Undertake quarterly road/political/border areas assessments and brief the Senior Security Assistant.
19. Perform other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the Senior Security Officer or Senior Security Assistant.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

Education
• Completed High School Degree/Certificate with Security training and/or certified graduation from Military/Police Academy or a related field from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience.
Or;
• Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent, or Higher in the above fields with three years of relevant professional experience.

Experience
1. Experience in the rank of NCO and above in the armed/police forces and/or experience with UNDSS in an international organization;
2. Good political and social knowledge of the country;
3. Computer literacy with a high degree of proficiency in commonly used applications such as Word, PowerPoint and Excel;
4. Training in emergency and disaster response is an added advantage.

Languages
Fluency in both written and spoken English and Kiswahili is required.

Education Requirement: No Requirements

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure
Interested candidates are invited to submit their application by sending a Motivation Letter and the updated CV to the email address hrnairobi@iom.int  referring to this advertisement.
Closing Date: 21 December 2021
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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