UNICEF Local Security Associates Jobs in South Sudan

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The Local Security Associates will provide technical, operational and administrative assistance on the safety and security of personnel and will safeguard UNICEF premises, assets and resources at the duty station.

The Local Security Associates (LSA) based in multiple Duty Stations in South Sudan will report directly to the Chief of Field Office (CFO) with technical oversight by the Security Manager.

In carrying out their duties, the Local Security Associates are expected to follow instructions precisely and in strict compliance with their supervisor’s instructions and UN Security related policies, rules and procedures.

The Local Security Associate may be required to conduct deep field missions alone or as part of a team to non-SRM compliant locations with minimal facilities or resources.

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Please note:

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.

UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination.

UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.