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Field Security Associate Job at United Nations Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS)
United Nations Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS)
Job Description
This position is in Kampala, Uganda. Under the overall guidance and supervision of the Security Adviser (SA) or his/her assigned Officer, the Field Security Associate assists in the implementation of security operations and all matters relating to the management of safety and security for UN personnel in the area or region of assignment.
Summary of key functions:
- Assists the Security Adviser or his/her assigned Officer in collecting, updating, and communicating information regarding the security situation in the duty station.
- Assists in maintaining the Security Plan, including updating staff lists.
- Supports the SA/DSA in carrying out Security Risk Assessments for the duty station.
- Assists in reporting security incidents affecting UN staff, offices, and assets.
- Organizes and delivers training courses on security awareness and preparedness.
- Assists in ensuring the Residential Security Measures (RSM) and office safety, and security preparedness.
- Provides general administrative assistance to the Security Adviser or his/her assigned Officer.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Assists the Security Adviser or his/her assigned Officer in collecting, updating, and communicating information regarding the security situation in the duty station:
- Liaises and coordinates, as appropriate, with the host government security organizations and/or personnel, including national and local provincial authorities, military, and police officers, as well as non-governmental organizations and other non-State actors in the area of operation.
- Helps to assess the security situation at the duty station and ensures adequate gathering and verification of security information that may be required for a proper analysis of the situation by the Security Adviser or his/her assigned Officer.
- Communicates information on security to the heads of United Nations agencies in the duty station.
- Maintains regular contacts with Security Focal Points of UN agencies within the area of responsibility.
- Provides technical assistance at Area Security Management Team (ASMT) meetings and produces minutes for the Area Security Coordinator, always keeping the Security Adviser or his/her assigned Officer well-informed.
- Assists in maintaining the Security Plan, including updating staff lists:
- Helps in the preparation and review of the UN Security Plan.
- Supports actions during the implementation of the Security Plan, as required.
- Assists the Security Adviser or his/her assigned Officer in monitoring compliance with Security Risk Measures (SRM) and Residential Security Measures (RSM) established for the duty station, including Office Security and security preparedness. Also assists with the compilation of data required for the SRM/RSM Self-Assessment Programme.
- Assists in reporting security incidents affecting UN staff, offices, and assets, and assists in the preparation of security reports, such as the Security Incident Report, the Security Assessments, and the Quarterly Incident Report.
- Provides support in organizing and conducting training courses on security awareness and preparedness, and provides security orientation to newly assigned staff members. Conducts security briefings, as required.
- Provides general administrative assistance to the Security Adviser or his/her assigned Officer in support of the Area Security Coordinator
- Maintains routine and confidential correspondence files/documents.
- Maintains a database on contact details in relation to host country security authorities.
- Arranges appointments, receives visitors, places and screens telephone calls, and answers queries with discretion, and takes minutes and/or notes at meetings
Performs other security-related tasks assigned by the Security Adviser or his/her assigned Officer
- Conducts security evaluations and provides advice on security measures for the residences (RSM) of UN staff, as well as on the latest trends and threats to staff safety and security.
- Establishes and maintains a warden system and keeps an update of information related to UN offices and residences.
- Maintains liaison with commercial companies used for UN security at offices and residences, to ensure the effective and efficient use of the guard force.
- The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organisation
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
See all details of the qualifications, competencies and education for this role under the "How to Apply" section below.
All candidates who wish to join the United Nations Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS) should apply online at the link below.
Deadline: 17th March 2026
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