National Security Specialist

Organizational Setting

FAO's office for Sudan is responsible for developing, promoting, overseeing and implementing agreed strategies for addressing countrywide food, agriculture and rural development priorities under Sudan. It develops and maintains relations with the relevant Ministries at country level. This position is based in FAO Representation in Khartoum, Sudan. The main aim of the FAO country offices, which are headed by an FAO Representative, is to assist governments to develop policies, programmes and projects to achieve food security and to reduce hunger and malnutrition, to help develop the agricultural, fisheries and forestry sectors and to use their environmental and natural resources in a sustainable manner.

Reporting Lines

Under the general supervision of the FAO Representative/Deputy Representative and the functional supervision of the RNE Regional Security Advisor.

Technical Focus

The National Security Specialist will contribute to the safety and security of all FAO staff, eligible dependents, assets, programs and property and operations in all locations and at the same time enabling FAO Sudan programme and projects delivery through:

• Ensuring the FAO security support is included in all aspects of the programming process at country office level as well as throughout individual project life cycles, from project identification, planning, budgeting, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and project closure. • Strengthening the security arrangements of FAO offices and Project sub-offices. • Maintaining a security network of international and national security personnel. • Participating as a member of the security cell as established by the UNDSS in country.

Tasks and responsibilities

• Contribute to the security and safety contingency and continuity planning for the office supporting the standardization and implementation of plans and that emergency systems are regularly tested for FAO facilities in-country. • Liaise with United Nations Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS) and the in-country security management apparatus and attend security operations management meetings, to ensure FAO management and staff are fully briefed on security matters in Sudan. • Review the potential impact of current as well as future security factors and trends on FAO planning, programme design and delivery, as well as the possible impact that programme design might have on the stability and security, ensuring that possible support needs are identified and improvements are implemented. • Liaise and coordinate activities of partner organizations and counterparts in the planning, preparation and execution of missions, ensuring the safety and security of FAO staff as the highest priority. • Maintain a security network of international and national personnel. • Conduct a threat and risk assessment of operations in the districts and regions where FAO projects are implemented, identify and implement appropriate risk mitigation measures. • Assist/provide inputs to UNDSS in preparing a comprehensive threat and risk assessment of the country to include all locations where FAO staffs, dependants and equipment are present. • Ensure that FAO procedures conform to the UN Security Framework • Update the FAO component within the country-specific security plan and contingency plans in accordance with UNDSS. • Train FAO wardens and follow up according to their specific needs for both international and national staff. • Facilitate security clearances for all FAO staff covered under the security umbrella when travelling in areas where required. • In conjunction with FAO Security Services, provide operational support to the Country and Field Offices for achievement of Security Risk Management measures (SRM) and Residential Security Measures (RSM) compliance. • Provide support to the management of security budget including procurement planning to facilitate efficient and cost-effective resources management. • Responsible for management of security equipment to ensure it is issued correctly, is in serviceable condition and follows the established security standards. • Collect information about local security developments, issues and potential impact upon FAO operations for supervisor’s attention in order to support security and operational activities. • Prepare accurate and timely reports to contribute to the consistency of information presented to the managers. • Ensure that Country Office management is briefed sufficiently on security requirements in order to make decisions and provide adequate resources so that staff members are provided with and proficient in the use of safety and security equipment, including communications equipment, vehicle emergency equipment and personal security safeguards required for work in the field. • Provide orientation and training to international and national staff members on security guidelines, communication procedures, travel precautions, emergency procedures and existing restrictions in movement, such as curfews, restricted and dangerous areas. • Ensure that FAO programme/project staff members are provided with situation reports and other appropriate security-related information generated by UNDSS in a timely and efficient manner • In coordination with UNDSS in country, establish good relationships with national law enforcement, military and civil intelligence authorities, counterparts in the Diplomatic Missions and municipal/civic/traditional leaders. • Conduct periodic appropriate security assessments of FAO premises and equipment and provide advice on shortfalls in security preparedness with recommended mitigation measures. • Establish and implement access control mechanisms (visitor/vehicle screening) as necessary for FAO Khartoum and project offices based on the local security situation. • Any other security related tasks assigned by the supervisor.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements

• Advanced University degree in Security Management, International Relations or Law Enforcement or other relevant field. • Minimum of 5 years of related work experience progressively responsible professional experience in security management (relevant military, policy or corporate) and/or security risk management, with a background and interest in international humanitarian development. • Full competency and fluency in English and Arabic • National of Sudan.

FAO Core Competencies

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

Technical/Functional Skills

• Demonstrates understanding of strategic approaches to security to identify potential threats. Contributes to the creation and implementation of FAO’s mitigation measures. • Strengthening the security arrangements of FAO offices and sub-offices. • Maintaining a security network of international and national security personnel. • Participating as a member of the security cell as established by the UNDSS in country • Exhibits good understanding of day-to-day security operations. Works within own remit to proactively contribute to solutions to single or multiple elements of organizational security challenges.

Selection Criteria:

• Good theoretical understanding of security management concepts and principals with a knowledge of best practices, techniques and processes. • Ability to assimilate a range of information and make basic analyses to support the development of efficient solutions. • Good communication skills and ability to adapt communication style to different situations and individuals. • Ability to contribute to and/or deliver effective briefing and training, assessing participant needs. • Knowledge of common business principals and processes and the ability to quickly assimilate UN/FAO specific processes and systems. • Demonstrates understanding of key UN inter-governmental body partner agencies. Understands implications of security information and reports and supports in the identification of mitigating actions against threats and vulnerabilities to FAO’s operations • Previous working experience as UN AFPOs’ security and safety personnel is an asset • A Military/Police background • Previous experience of working in a conflict/post-conflict or crisis environment is an asset

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.