Introduction
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This Vacancy Notice is part of IOM’s competitive mobility exercise, open for applications from internal and internal-equivalent candidates only.
Organizational Context and Scope
The Office of Staff Security (OSS) is responsible for providing leadership on security policy management and Country Office operational support to enable effective implementation and delivery of IOM programmes and activities, while managing security risks at acceptable levels.
Under the direct supervision of the Director of OSS in Headquarters (HQ), and the administrative supervision of the Regional Director (RD), the Regional Security Officer will be responsible and accountable for providing expert support to enable IOM’s activities in the Regional Office and Country Offices in the Region where they are located with all aspects of security risk management.
The Regional Security Officer will be expected to implement applicable UNSMS policy and design, including security management procedures that will effectively address issues that could and have impact on security of IOM personnel, premises, assets and operational activities.
The Regional Security Officer will, in coordination with the RD and the Director of OSS, provide supervisory and technical assistance to Country Office Security Professionals, Field Security Associates and nominated Organization Country Security Focal Points. The incumbent will be accountable and responsible for security matters related directly or indirectly to IOM personnel and premises in the Regional Office and Country Office that fall under the influence of the RD or Chief of Mission (COM).
Specifically, the Regional Security Officer will support in establishing and maintaining an appropriate level of security awareness throughout the Country Offices in the Region and all the associated programmes within the Region or duty station.
The Regional Security Officer will also ensure that security learning/training activities are carried out professionally and within IOM and UNSMS learning/training standards.
The incumbent will be expected to deploy when necessary to assist IOM Country Offices in the Region.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Education
Master’s degree in Security Management, Business Administration, Political/Social Science, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Law, International Relations or a related field from an accredited academic institution with seven years of relevant professional experience; or,University degree or equivalent in the above fields with nine years of relevant professional experience.UNDSS certification to any of the following: Security Certification Programme (SCP), Security Analysis Practice and Process (SAPP), Hostage Incident Management (HIM), Trainer Development and Certification Course (TDC) and Safe and Secure Approaches in Field Environments (SSAFE) is desirable.Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.
Experience
A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in international relation, disarmament affairs, conflict resolution, crime or terrorism prevention, security, risk, disaster, or crisis/emergency management and preparedness in the public or private service areas, responsible for responding to emergency situations that may directly impact security is required;Experience in planning, design, implementation or review of risk mitigation measures related to operations impacted by insecurity is desirable;International experience is desriable;Management experience in the humanitarian, public, private or corporate sector is desirable;Minimum two years of experience in field operations is desirable;Specialized experience in such areas as security programmes, risk assessments, or analysis is desirable;Experience in using applied analytics, business intelligence, information management to advance decisions, strategies and execution is desirable; and,Operational knowledge and experience of the Region is an advantage.Skills
Ability to collaborate with senior government security counterparts and relevant stakeholders is an advantage;Demontrated bility to manage a high degree of rational behaviour and decision making at all timesAbility to supervise and work effectively with colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds;Excellent oral and written skills. Listens actively and responds effectivelyStrong general analytical skills, and,Ability to manage and collaborate on finance matters.Languages
All IOM staff members in all categories are required to be fluent in one of the IOM's official languages (English, French, Spanish).
For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written).
Working knowledge of Spanish is an advantage.
Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.
Required Competencies
IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.
Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:
Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.Core Competencies – behavioural indicators Level 3
Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.Managerial Competencies – behavioural indicators Level 3
Leadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the Organization’s vision. Assists others to realize and develop their leadership and professional potential.Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.Notes
Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile. Please refer to this link for guidance on IOM Job Category.
Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.
For this staff category, candidates who are nationals of the duty station’s country and who do not have prior experience outside the duty station’s country as staff member in the Professional category cannot be considered eligible.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.
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