Field Security Associate

Overview

Support field operations related to security aspects effectively.

You have:

• 3 years relevant experience with High School Diploma; or 2 years relevant work experience with Bachelor or equivalent or higher
• Certificates and Licenses in Security and Safety
• Excellent knowledge of English and Bahasa Indonesia (written and spoken)
• High level of knowledge in the security field

Deadline for Applications

February 2, 2026Hardship Level

A (least hardship)Family Type

FamilyFamily Type

FamilyResidential location (if applicable)

Grade

GS6Staff Member / Affiliate Type

General ServiceReason

Regular > Regular AssignmentTarget Start Date

2026-03-01Standard Job Description

Field Security Associate

Organizational Setting and Work Relationships The Field Security Associate provides support to all security related aspects of field operations including Staff, premises and asset security. The incumbent is supervised by a Senior Officer (FSA or Head of Office) who defines general work objectives and provides necessary advice and guidance. The incumbent maintains regular contact on a working level on routine issues with other UNHCR staff members, UN agencies, NGOs, implementing partners and Host Government Security authorities (HGS) in the area to facilitate the operation. The duty of the incumbent is to support and monitor the management of security issues.

All UNHCR staff members are accountable to perform their duties as reflected in their job description. They do so within their delegated authorities, in line with the regulatory framework of UNHCR which includes the UN Charter, UN Staff Regulations and Rules, UNHCR Policies and Administrative Instructions as well as relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, staff members are required to discharge their responsibilities in a manner consistent with the core, functional, cross-functional and managerial competencies and UNHCR¿s core values of professionalism, integrity and respect for diversity.

Duties - Provide assistance to the supervisor in evaluating the level of risk and assessing the existing security measures for the UNHCR staff, operations, premises, partners and persons of concern. - Conduct regular security assessment missions to the field as required in coordination with UNDSS/other agencies; gather and analyse information about the security situation during field missions. - Be aware of security protocols and procedures in place in accordance with the UNSMS policies, UNHCR Policies and the, Security Risk Management process for the designated area ; - Conduct checks for compliance and advise management on any deficiencies. - Monitor the physical security of UNHCR premises and reports on deficiencies. - Monitor and supervise the guard force In accordance with relevant UNSMS policies and guidance. - Assist UNHCR Protection Colleagues in efforts to ensure the physical protection and security of refugees and other persons of concern. - Provide support during implementation of security-related projects. - Assist in the monitoring, updating and reporting of security-related events. - Assist in the processing of administrative security issues. - Maintain relations and cooperation with UN security management system actors, local law enforcement agencies, civil authorities and other relevant agencies. - Provide security briefings and training to UNHCR staff, and as appropriate partner staff, on relevant security risk management processes and measures for the country concerned to include security situation updates, , the warden system, communication notification and reporting procedures, travel planning procedures road air and fire safety. - Respond to staff queries on security issues and provide immediate assistance as required. - Provide security-related advice to the manager and other staff. - Maintain liaison and build relationships with Host Government Security Forces and security counterparts.

- Support the identification and management of risks and seek to seize opportunities impacting objectives in the area of responsibility. Ensure decision making in risk based in the functional area of work. Raise risks, issues and concerns to a supervisor or to relevant functional colleague(s). - Perform other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Education & Professional Work Experience Years of Experience / Degree Level For G6 - 3 years relevant experience with High School Diploma; or 2 years relevant work experience with Bachelor or equivalent or higher

Field(s) of Education Not applicable

Certificates and/or Licenses Security and Safety (Certificates and Licenses marked with an asterisk* are essential)

Relevant Job Experience Essential Not specified

Desirable High level of knowledge in the security field

Functional Skills IT-Computer Literacy FS-Field Security Operations FS-Security Analysis CO-Cross-cultural communication (Functional Skills marked with an asterisk* are essential)

Language Requirements For International Professional and Field Service jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English. For National Professional jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English and local language. For General Service jobs: Knowledge of English and/or UN working language of the duty station if not English.

All UNHCR workforce members must individually and collectively, contribute towards a working environment where each person feels safe, and empowered to perform their duties. This includes by demonstrating no tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment including sexual harassment, sexism, gender inequality, discrimination and abuse of power.

As individuals and as managers, all must be proactive in preventing and responding to inappropriate conduct, support ongoing dialogue on these matters and speaking up and seeking guidance and support from relevant UNHCR resources when these issues arise.

This is a Standard Job Description for all UNHCR jobs with this job title and grade level. The Operational Context may contain additional essential and/or desirable qualifications relating to the specific operation and/or position. Any such requirements are incorporated by reference in this Job Description and will be considered for the screening, shortlisting and selection of candidates.

Desired Candidate Profile

Functional Title : Field Security Associate Category & Level : GS Level 6 / Fixed Term Appointment Position No. : 33023221 Duty Station : Jakarta, Indonesia Entry on Duty : 1 March 2026 Duration : Initially for one year with possibility of extension (Subject to Satisfactory Performance & Medical Fitness Report) Annual Salary : starting IDR 338.795.000 (including Medical & Pension allowances) Closing Date : 2 February 2026

Operational Context

The Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees was established on 14 December 1950 by the United Nations General Assembly. The agency is mandated to lead and coordinate international action to protect refugees and other forcibly displaced and stateless persons. It strives to ensure that everyone can exercise the right to seek asylum and find safe refuge in another country, with the option to return home voluntarily, integrate locally or identify a third country solution. UNHCR’s assistance programme in Indonesia started in 1979 at the request of the Republic of Indonesia to respond to Vietnamese boat arrivals. By 1996, over 122,000 Vietnamese refugees found solutions either through resettlement in a third country or voluntary or spontaneous return to their home country. Since then, in accordance with its protection mandate, UNHCR Indonesia has undertaken registration and Refugee Status Determination, facilitated comprehensive solutions, and ensured appropriate protection interventions for refugees and asylum-seekers from more than 50 countries.

The Field Security Associate provides support to all security related aspects of field operations including Staff, premises and asset security.

The incumbent is supervised by a Senior Officer who defines general work objectives and provides necessary advice and guidance. The incumbent maintains regular contact on a working level on routine issues with other UNHCR staff members, UN agencies, NGOs, implementing partners and Host Government Security authorities (HGS) in the area to facilitate the operation. The duty of the incumbent is to support and monitor the management of security issues.

Duties and Responsibilities

All UNHCR staff members are accountable to perform their duties as reflected in their job description. They do so within their delegated authorities, in line with the regulatory framework of UNHCR which includes the UN Charter, UN Staff Regulations and Rules, UNHCR Policies and Administrative Instructions as well as relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, staff members are required to discharge their responsibilities in a manner consistent with the core, functional, cross-functional and managerial competencies and UNHCR’s core values of professionalism, integrity and respect for diversity.

• Provide assistance to the supervisor in evaluating the level of risk and assessing the existing security measures for the UNHCR staff, operations, premises, partners and persons of concern.
• Conduct regular security assessment missions to the field as required in coordination with UNDSS/other agencies; gather and analyse information about the security situation during field missions.
• Be aware of security protocols and procedures in place in accordance with the UNSMS policies, UNHCR Policies and the, Security Risk Management process for the designated area ;
• Conduct checks for compliance and advise management on any deficiencies.
• Monitor the physical security of UNHCR premises and reports on deficiencies.
• Monitor and supervise the guard force In accordance with relevant UNSMS policies and guidance.
• Assist UNHCR Protection Colleagues in efforts to ensure the physical protection and security of refugees and other persons of concern.
• Provide support during implementation of security-related projects.
• Assist in the monitoring, updating and reporting of security-related events.
• Assist in the processing of administrative security issues.
• Maintain relations and cooperation with UN security management system actors, local law enforcement agencies, civil authorities and other relevant agencies.
• Provide security briefings and training to UNHCR staff, and as appropriate partner staff, on relevant security risk management processes and measures, security situation updates, the warden system, communication notification and reporting procedures, travel planning procedures road air and fire safety.
• Respond to staff queries on security issues and provide immediate assistance as required.
• Provide security-related advice to the manager and other staff.
• Maintain liaison and build relationships with Host Government Security Forces and security counterparts.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications/Requirements

Years of Experience / Degree Level For G6 - 3 years relevant experience with High School Diploma; or 2 years relevant work experience with Bachelor or equivalent or higher

Certificates and/or Licenses Security and Safety

Relevant Job Experience Desirable - High level of knowledge in the security field.

Functional Skills IT-Computer Literacy; FS-Security Apparatus Knowledge; FS-Field Security Operations FS-Security Analysis; CO-Cross-cultural communication

Nationality: Citizen of Indonesia; non-citizen with Indonesian permanent residence. Languages: Excellent knowledge of English and Bahasa Indonesia (written and spoken). Core Competencies: Accountability, Communication, Organizational Awareness, Teamwork & Collaboration, Commitment to Continuous Learning, Client & Result Orientation.

Cross-Functional Competencies: Analytical Thinking, Technological Awareness, Planning and Organizing.

Managerial Competencies: Empowering and Building Trust, Judgement and Decision Making

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All UNHCR workforce members must individually and collectively, contribute towards a working environment where each person feels safe, and empowered to perform their duties. This includes by demonstrating no tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment including sexual harassment, sexism, gender inequality, discrimination, and abuse of power.

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Operational context

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Additional Qualifications

Skills

CO-Cross-cultural communication, FS-Field Security Operations, FS-Security Analysis, IT-Computer LiteracyEducation

Certifications

Safety and Security - OtherWork Experience

Competencies

Accountability, Analytical thinking, Change capability & adaptability, Client & results orientation, Commitment to continuous learning, Communication, Empowering & building trust, Judgement & decision making, Organizational awareness, Political awareness, Teamwork & collaborationUNHCR Salary Calculator

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