National Security Specialist

Organizational Setting

On 19 April 2022, within the UN’s overall Flash Appeal, FAO updated its Rapid Response Plan (RRP) for Ukraine, seeking USD 115.4 million to assist 979 320 rural people affected through the end of December 2022. The RRP was formulated to align with priority intervention areas and target beneficiaries articulated to FAO by the Ministry of Agricultural Policy and Food (MAPF); to be consistent with the UN-wide revision of the Flash Appeal covering the period to August 2022; to respond to the differentiated needs of vulnerable agricultural households and small- and medium-sized commercial producers across the humanitarian development peace nexus. In addition, the RRP delineates FAO’s role in generating accurate, timely analysis and evidence of the food security and sectoral situations in Ukraine in order to inform the programming of FAO and other development partners; as well the Government of Ukraine’s policy response and related actions.

Reporting Lines

Under the overall supervision of the FAO DRO/Head of Office in Ukraine and the technical supervision of the Deputy Chief of FAO Security Service (CSLS) at headquarters, the National Security Specialist will enable FAO programmes and projects.

Technical Focus:

The National Security Specialist will be responsible for contributing to the safety and security of all FAO personnel and assets in Ukraine.

Tasks and responsibilities****:

• Apply and monitor the implementation of established Organization and applicable United Nations Security Management System (UNSMS) policies and procedures on Safety and Security Management;
• Ensure FAO compliance with the UN System-wide Security Risk Management Measures (SRM/SRMM) and the Residential Security Measures (RSM);
• Maintain close security coordination with UNDSS at the duty station, security focal points of other agencies and humanitarian partners, and ensure appropriate professional liaison of security matters with local authorities responsible for security;
• Participate at the Security cell Meeting and the Security Management Team meetings, as required;
• Ensure protection of FAO personnel, assets and facilities in accordance with provisions of the UN Security Management System by: strengthening the security arrangements at FAO facilities through appropriate security and contingency planning and, in close cooperation with UN Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS), coordinating 24/7 response to all security-related incidents involving FAO personnel and assets;
• Provide all FAO personnel, particularly external missions, with security briefings, situation reports and other appropriate security-related information and training;
• Ensure the implementation and personnel’s participation in FAO Security Notification System;
• Undertake missions to the program sites and assess prevailing local security conditions, identifying security trends and advise FAO personnel, project personnel and eligible family members on potential security issues;
• Directly supervise security equipment and personnel, including inventory, extended training and performance of security contractors, guards and security escorts personnel, if applicable;
• Plan and coordinate the mandatory safety drills in FAO premises at the duty station;
• Support the deployment and utilization of operational emergency communications systems, including its installation, operation and maintenance;
• Perform any other duties as required by FAO

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements

• University degree in military science, emergency management, social/political science, public administration, law enforcement, law or closely related technical field;
• At least 5 years of security risk management or safety and security service in a national security and/or military/police services;
• Working knowledge of English (level C); fluency in Ukrainian;
• National of Ukraine.

FAO Core Competencies

• Results Focus
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Building Effective Relationships
• Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement

Technical/Functional Skills

• Previous work experience with UN agencies is preferred.
• Able to work with minimum guidance, well organized, attentive and pro-active.
• Excellent communication skills in English and Ukrainian.
• Team player with strong sense of responsibility
• IT Skills: Good knowledge of MS Office applications, Internet and office technology equipment;

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing)
• Incomplete applications will not be considered. If you need help please contact: [email protected]
• Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted
• Please note that FAO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed at http://www.whed.net/
• For additional employment opportunities visit the FAO employment website: http://www.fao.org/employment/home/en/
• Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.