UN World Food Programme Security Associate - Marsabit Jobs in Kenya

About WFP

The United Nations World Food Programme is the world's largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide. The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes. Every day, WFP works worldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly women and children, can access the nutritious food they need.

Organizational Context

The successful candidate will be based in our Marsabit Office and will report to the Head of Field Office.

Job holders at this level demonstrate responsibility and initiative to respond independently to queries with only general guidance. There is a requirement to use judgment in dealing with unforeseen problems on a daily basis. Job holders manage resources. This job may require to report for duty on short notice.

Job Purpose

To perform tasks related to the implementation and assessment of security measures and maintenance of equipment with a view towards providing updates and recommendations to facilitate informed decision-making and secure WFP staff, facilities and operations.

Key Accountabilities

Provide dedicated executive assistant support.

Prepare and/or consolidate comprehensive reports, documentation, correspondence, briefing notes, etc. and conduct research in the area of work.

Actively seek and use feedback to improve business processes and procedures.

Respond to complex business support queries in order to provide a timely and accurate resolution of enquiries for clients.

Oversee the maintenance of records and databases to ensure information is organized and readily available for staff and compliant with all relevant regulations and policies.

Revise and review correspondence and documentation, providing feedback and making amendments where appropriate, to contribute to production of these materials to time and quality standards.

Assist managers in planning, monitoring and reconciling budget(s) to ensure that planned financial resources are used effectively.

Assess and recommend improvements to procedures and practices, to contribute to the effective delivery of business support services.

Provide a full range of complex business support services to staff to contribute to the effective functioning of business operations.

Provide advice, support and/or training to junior support staff in the provision of business support services, in order

to support their learning in providing business support.

Coordinate tasks of junior colleagues to ensure support services are delivered consistently and to the required standards.

Standard Minimum Qualifications

Education: Completion of secondary school education. A post-secondary certificate in the related functional area such as Military or Police Service.

Experience: Six or more years of progressively responsible work experience in security management, investigations, law enforcement or related business stream.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Specialized knowledge of the application of practical methods, techniques, procedures and systems used in security, typically gained through technical training and work experience.

• Broad knowledge and understanding of security logistics, security administration, risk assessment and co-ordination with local authorities and local law enforcement agencies.

• Training and experience in fire and related intervention/evacuation procedures.

• Ability to manage emergency situations and remain calm.

• Attention to detail and constant vigilance in order to promptly detect any breach in security measures.

• Ability to interpret information, use judgement and inform supervisors of any incidents which might impact the UNWFP staff and operations.

• Excellent communication skills in order to maintain frequent correspondence with both, internal staff and external authorities with regards to security advisories and security incidents.

• Willingness to attend security trainings and comply with UNSMS standards.

Language: Fluency in English and Kiswahili.

Desired Experiences for Entry Into the Role

• Has gained sound knowledge of security operations technical processes.

• Has provided technical guidance and training to staff members within area of expertise.

• Has supported research and collation of data which feeds into reports that inform security operations activities.

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; UN World Food Programme Security Associate - Marsabit Jobs in Kenya

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